hypoglycemia and work

[tidalpine]

I'm non-diabetic reactive hypoglycemic. And I'm from the US. I recently got a job as a hostess in a bar/restaurant. My hours vary from 3-5-6 hours. I never know what time I'm getting off, for it isn't on my schedule.

My employer was advised about my condition upon applying and being hired. He allowed me to keep snacks very close to me. I'm not allowed breaks. However, I'm really active during my shift and am going up and down stairs and using considerable amount of energy.

I try to eat a full meal before work and I try to snack at work when possible. I've gotten sick nearly every shift for being unable to take a 10 minute break to eat a snack . I tried popping candy to keep it at bay. But it always ends up in a drop in BS a while afterwards .

I've asked about breaks and they've refused. Saying it's not possible. Usually I'm working with 1-2 other people and they always seem to get annoyed when I need to eat. One got angry with me when she asked me to clean the bar and I told her yes, but I needed to eat first. She kept slamming things and rolling her eyes.

I feel bullied, and shamed. and I've become very fearful and afraid of going into work. I spend a lot of time worrying about whether I'm going to be unable to take care of my condition.

Do you think this is wrong, or should something be done? I've told everyone at work and I even offered medical documents and they said they didn't require them.

I'm about to lose my job because I can't perform well, and I'm constantly afraid of hypo episodes.

Advice would be great . Thanks guys

[MikePollard]

If you are constantly snacking on carbohydrate rich snacks you are going to experience sugar and insulin spikes. Candy is the very worst. The high level of insulin will make your blood sugar crash and you will be constantly hungry.

Try cutting down on carbohydrates and increase your fats. Fats will not spike glucose nor insulin. Try keeping a supply of nuts (macadamia are the richest in fat) cheese, olives etc with you, and switch to a LCHF lifestyle.

[tidalpine in reply to MikePollard]

i keep almonds, beef sticks, peanut butter crackers and protein bars with me and cheese.

[bnsb]

Do you go to a gym or work out on your own? Try work outs when you have free time, at least 2 to 3 hours after you have had food. Start slowly and then you increase intensity after some time. Hopefully this should increase your metabolism rate over period of time and help you get over hypo.

[tidalpine]

I've heard that the LCHF can cause some side effects. Is this true? Can it cause hypo episodes as I adjust to the diet?

[MikePollard in reply to tidalpine]

Some might have some issues like headache, but I never did and have been eating like this for years. Any issues you might get are over in a day or two but it's important to remember this is a lifestyle change, not a 'diet' for the short term.

Remember it's the carbs causing your hypos and if you are concerned, just transition gradually.

dietdoctor.com/lchf