ALTERATIONS IN FASTING BLOOD GLUCOSE LEVELS IN INDIVIDUALS EXPOSED TO HIGH PROFESSIONAL STRESS

Dr. FARHEEN FATIMA; Dr. D. JOYA RANI; Dr. B. CHANDINI RANI

Volume : IX, Issue : VIII, August - 2020

ALTERATIONS IN FASTING BLOOD GLUCOSE LEVELS IN INDIVIDUALS EXPOSED TO HIGH PROFESSIONAL STRESS

Dr. Farheen Fatima, Dr. D. Joya Rani, Dr. B. Chandini Rani

Abstract :

Stress refers to processes involving perception, appraisal and response to noxious events or stimuli. While acute stress can activate adaptive responses, chronic stresses are detrimental to health by altering various physiological parameters1. One such change involves blood glucose levels. This study was done to detect any alterations in blood glucose levels on exposure to chronic mental stress. Mental stress was assessed using the Stress scale of the DASS – 42 questionnaire. Correlation between stress perception and altered blood glucose levels was seen. Reasons for this change range from effects of stress hormones on carbohydrate & lipid metabolism to changes in ain which promote stress eating. There is increased risk for obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and Metabolic syndrome in future. Interventions to reduce this risk include lifestyle modifications which include caloric restriction, increasing physical activity and getting involved in customised activities which reduce stress.