Dizziness and Headache in Older Adults: 7 Common Causes and How to Relieve Them Naturally
Cause 3: Unstable Glucose Levels
When the brain runs out of “fuel”
Going many hours without eating or consuming meals very low in protein can cause a rapid drop in blood sugar (hypoglycemia). The brain uses glucose as its main source of energy, so when blood sugar levels drop too low, the following symptoms may occur:
Dizziness.
Blurred vision.
Cold sweats.
Feeling faint or extremely weak.
This can happen in people with diabetes as well as those without, especially if their diet is based on highly refined or sugary products.
How to stabilize glucose levels
Don’t skip meals, especially breakfast.
Include a combination of the following in each meal:
Protein (eggs, plain yogurt, legumes, nuts).
Healthy fats (olive oil, avocado, nuts).
Complex carbohydrates (oats, whole-wheat bread, brown rice).
Avoid overindulging in sweets and sugary drinks as a “quick fix,” because they cause blood sugar spikes that then crash.
Keeping glucose levels stable helps the brain function clearly and reduces dizziness related to prolonged fasting.
Cause 2: Shallow Breathing and Stress
When Air Doesn’t Reach the Brain Properly
In situations of tension, worry, or anxiety, it’s very common to breathe rapidly and shallowly. This pattern, known as chronic mild hyperventilation, alters the ratio of oxygen to carbon dioxide in the blood and can cause:
Dizziness.
A feeling of floating.
Confusion.
Head pressure.
The body enters a state of “permanent alert,” and breathing remains altered even when there is no longer a real reason for danger.
Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercise
A simple practice to improve this is:
Sit comfortably with your back straight.
Inhale slowly through your nose, drawing the air into your abdomen.
Hold your breath for 3 seconds.
Exhale slowly through your mouth.
Repeat 5 times, morning and night.
This type of breathing helps to:
Better oxygenate the brain.
Relax the nervous system.
Reduce the feeling of heaviness in the head.
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