Can Diabetics Actually Fast? Here's What Your Doctor Isn't Telling You #sugarmd

Can diabetics actually fast?

If you have diabetes, you may have heard that fasting can improve insulin sensitivity, lower insulin levels, support weight loss, and potentially improve blood sugar control. But there’s an important side of the conversation that often gets overlooked: fasting can also become dangerous when combined with certain diabetes medications.

In this video, Dr. Ergin explains who may be able to fast safely, which medications require special caution, and the warning signs you should never ignore.

We’ll cover:

• How fasting affects insulin and blood sugar
• Why insulin users can be at risk of hypoglycemia while fasting
• Why sulfonylureas such as glipizide and glyburide require caution
• Why metformin is generally considered lower-risk during fasting
• The specific concern with SGLT2 inhibitors such as Jardiance and Farxiga
• Why euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a concern with prolonged fasting
• Why people with Type 1 diabetes need much closer medical supervision
• Who should avoid fasting or only consider it with medical guidance
• How to approach a 12–14 hour fast more cautiously
• Why monitoring your blood glucose is especially important when starting
• The difference between time-restricted eating and extended fasting

IMPORTANT MEDICAL DISCLAIMER

This video is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice.

Do not change, reduce, or stop insulin or other diabetes medications based on this video. If you have diabetes and are considering fasting, discuss your plan with your doctor or diabetes care team first.

Fasting is not one-size-fits-all. Your diabetes type, medications, kidney function, history of hypoglycemia, and overall health can all affect whether fasting is appropriate for you.

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