Tremors
The stress of sugar withdrawal and the resulting reduction in blood sugar is a common cause of tremors. Problems manifest physically because the body wants more sugar to stimulate dopamine release. An overwhelming desire or cravings may cause tremors and other involuntary movements. Lethargy, ascribed to sugar detox, dehydration, and a lack of essential nutrients, can also contribute to tremors and shakiness.
Additionally, hormones like adrenaline and norepinephrine are released in response to low blood sugar levels. These hormones are crucial to maintaining adequate blood sugar levels in the brain. High adrenaline levels and norepinephrine are associated with increased muscle tension, leading to tremors. Additional symptoms include perspiration, fast pulse, anxiety, and hunger pangs, all of which are triggered by the production of these hormones. In addition, epinephrine and glucagon are released quickly, followed by cortisol and growth hormone, in reaction to low blood sugar. The stress hormone cortisol modulates processes involved in fat accumulation, food intake, and food cravings. Other symptoms of high cortisol levels include shakiness, tremors, and arrhythmia.
