Surprising Cause of SUDDEN Confusion
By
Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Posted August 10, 2023
I have a good friend who is in his mid-sixties. Recently he experienced a terrifying bout of confusion.
He spent a few days in a fog and couldn’t drive a car or go to work.
Naturally, he and his loved ones feared the worst. Everyone wondered if the confusion was a sudden sign of dementia.
But it turns out that wasn’t his problem at all.
In fact, the issue was a common problem that any one of us could fall victim to.
My friend was battling LOW blood sugar.
We all know having HIGH blood sugar is bad for us. Over time, elevated blood sugar can lead to a LOT of health problems, including kidney, heart, and brain issues.
And left unchecked, those can become long-term illnesses.
But most folks aren’t familiar with low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and its symptoms.
Low blood sugar typically occurs suddenly triggering confusion and other brain symptoms.
You see, your brain’s primary energy source is sugar or glucose. But when blood sugar levels drop below normal, the brain may not receive an adequate supply of fuel, causing cognitive and neurological effects.
While most people don’t see any obvious symptoms of high blood sugar, low blood sugar is usually noticeable… when you KNOW what to look for.
Other common low blood sugar symptoms include:
- shakiness or tremors
- sweating
- dizziness or lightheadedness
- fatigue or weakness
- Irritability or mood changes
- blurred vision
- headache
- intense hunger
If you experience a bout of low blood sugar and develop confusion, it’s essential to address it immediately. Eating or drinking something higher in sugar, such as juice or a piece of candy, can help raise your levels quickly.
Also, it’s important to identify the underlying cause of recurrent low blood sugar episodes. They could be the result of a medication side effect, for example.
If you frequently experience low blood sugar or if symptoms persist despite trying to raise your glucose levels, seek medical help.
P.S. One tiny change to your routine could reward you with better blood sugar control ALL DAY LONG. CLICK HERE for the trick.
Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.
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