In a recent finding, low blood sugar levels overnight may trigger prolonged slow heart rates during sleep in people with diabetes. This could lead to abnormal heart rhythms, which increase risk for heart attack.
If you have diabetes (especially if you also have cardiovascular disease): Talk to your doctor about way to stabilize your blood sugar overnight, such as adjusting the timing, dose and/or type of medication you take.
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