What is considered a spike?

Question

I forgot to ask my specialist this and was wondering if anyone knew what is considered a “spike” in your sugar levels? I’m diet controlled but occasionally after meals my levels are a little over what they’re supposed to be. I’ve really been slacking the last few days because I’m just starving and exhausted. I’m supposed to stay at 120 or below. I’m just really craving pizza 😩 I’m 35 weeks.

Answer

I’ve occasionally spiked to 160 or 180 was my worst. Usually it’s because we eat out or a hormone surge (in that case o increase my insulin).  I always make a note as to why and my doctor is fine with the occasional spike. Pizza is tricky though, she told me because of the carbs and fat of the cheese, pizza will actually take longer to spike and stays spiked for longer than 2hrs. So exercising before testing at 2 hrs doesn’t always help with pizza.

What is considered a spike?

Let's Glow!

The Top Baby Tracker App: Embrace New Beginnings with Tender Care

The Top Fertility Tracker App: Your Path to Achieving Pregnancy

The Top Pregnancy App: Nurturing Your Journey to Motherhood

The Top Period Tracker for Empowering Your Menstrual Health Journey