Dawn Phenomenon

[steve.kille]

I was diagnosed with Type 2 a few months back, with glucose level of 10.6. Took metformin briefly and then decided to try diet based on research. Going for low carb with weekly 36 hour fasts. This seems to be broadly working, and my glucose level is usually in 4-7 range. Using pin pricks, measuring a few times per day. Around fasts have dropped below 4 (slightly).

Sometimes over 7, in 7-8 range, almost always in the morning. Later in the day, 5-6 is typical. Morning is invariably 1 or 2 higher than night before.

Is this normal? Is there any useful information on this?

Steve

 

[catinahat]

Hello Steve welcome to the forum
This site will give you everything you need to know about the Dawn phenomenon
https://www.bloodsugar101.com/dawn-phenomenon

 

[ert]

Dr Jason Fung, the author of The Diabetes Code, suggests that as your blood sugars are only elevated for a short time then there's nothing to worry about other than there's more work to be done.

https://idmprogram.com/dawn-phenomenon-t2d-8/
https://www.dietdoctor.com/authors/dr-jason-fung-m-d

 

[steve.kille]

Thanks. Both of these links are most helpful, particularly the IDM one