We all know that cleaning our fingers before checking our blood glucose levels is very important, but why?  

Cleaning our fingers before checking blood glucose levels is important because it helps to ensure the accuracy of the reading. When our fingers are dirty or greasy, it can affect the way the glucose meter reads the blood sample, resulting in an inaccurate reading. This can lead to incorrect decisions about insulin doses or meal choices, which can have serious health consequences for people with diabetes.

 
Additionally, cleaning our fingers before checking blood glucose levels can help to prevent infection by removing any dirt or bacteria from our skin. Overall, cleaning our fingers before checking blood glucose levels is a simple but important step in maintaining good diabetes management.

Why should we use non-alcoholic wipes rather than alcoholic wipes when we clean our fingers before blood glucose testing?

There are a number of benefits that non-alcoholic wipes provide over alcohol-based cleaning solutions. Here are some of the benefits:

• Non-alcoholic wipes are less likely to cause irritation or dryness on the skin.

• Non-alcoholic wipes are less likely to cause false results

• Non-alcoholic wipes provide a more convenient solution without compromising the importance of having a good finger cleaning routine before checking our blood glucose levels. 

A good example is our packet size Glucology non-alcoholic wipes, which are small and easy to carry with you and can be used anytime, anywhere. 

Overall, using non-alcoholic wipes rather than alcoholic wipes when cleaning your fingers before blood glucose testing can encourage a safer and more accurate option. It can bring convenience to your diabetes management routine, which is always an added bonus!

Please remember, it is important to consult with a doctor or diabetes healthcare professional for personalised advice and guidance on how to manage diabetes. 

Remember to always seek advice from your medical practitioner before changing anything about your diabetes management. The above information is not medical advice.