Healthy Habits
Stress and Blood Glucose
Stress hormones can influence glucose availability, while stress can also change sleep, appetite and activity patterns.
Health note: This page is educational and does not diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Supplements can interact with medicines and may not be appropriate for everyone. If you use glucose-lowering medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a medical condition, discuss supplements with a qualified health professional.
Stress has physiological effects
Stress responses can change hormones involved in energy mobilization. The size and direction of glucose changes vary among people.
Look for repeatable patterns
If stress appears connected to persistent glucose changes, discuss the pattern with a clinician rather than relying on supplement marketing.