Do your legs feel shaky or crawly when you lie down? Restless legs syndrome, linked to nerve problems associated with diabetes, disrupts sleep. Mark felt this “electric” feeling until a lifestyle change alleviated it. Research suggests 20% of diabetics experience this. Do you have leg tremors? It’s another sign that boosts your energy.

5. Waking up exhausted

Imagine dragging yourself out of bed, groggy despite your eight-hour fast. High or low blood sugar disrupts sleep cycles, according to Mayo Clinic research. Karen felt like she’d “run a marathon” every morning. Still tired? Check your glycemic trends. But there’s a more subtle signal worth picking up.

6. Snoring or pauses in breathing

Imagine your partner nudging you for snoring like a freight train. Sleep apnea, common in diabetes, causes spikes in blood sugar levels, according to a 2020 study published in the Journal of Sleep. Mark’s wife noticed pauses in his breathing; did a sleep study help. Loud snoring? Talk to your doctor. The final symptom? It’s your eyes.