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Exam stress linked to increased blood glucose in medical students
An observational study presented at the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) annual congress in Milan has linked exam-related stress to a significant increase in blood glucose levels in non-diabetic individuals.
The research, conducted on medical students, found that glucose levels rise both during exams and in the days leading up to them. While the average daily glucose levels did not exceed dangerous limits for healthy students in the short term, researchers warn of long-term metabolic implications. Jan Broz of Charles University and Motol University Hospital noted that because medical students face this acute psychological stress repeatedly over many months, it could negatively impact their overall metabolic health.
To mitigate these effects, experts recommend stress reduction techniques, adequate sleep, a balanced diet, regular physical activity, proper hydration, and avoiding excessive caffeine consumption.
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Charles University · European Association for the Study of Diabetes · Jan Broz · Milan · Motol University Hospital
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Exam stress indirectly increases blood glucose levels in non-diabetic individuals. www.inliberta.it · canaledieci.it · www.notizie.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] Prolonged exam stress may negatively impact the long-term metabolic health of students. www.inliberta.it · canaledieci.it · www.notizie.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] Average daily blood glucose levels in healthy students did not significantly exceed the upper limit. www.inliberta.it · canaledieci.it · www.notizie.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] Medical students face prolonged and repeated exposure to exam stress. www.inliberta.it · canaledieci.it · www.notizie.it