Stress may affect blood sugar levels, particularly if you use sugary snacks as a ?pick-me-up'.

Symptoms of low blood sugar are similar to those of anxiety and include:

• Headaches
• Blurred vision
• Dizziness
• Shakiness/sweating/pallor
• Frequent sighing
• Fatigue and drowsiness/ Exhaustion
• Nervousness
• Fast heart rate
• Tingling
• Numb lips
•  Irritability/ Temper outbursts
• Inability to concentrate /Indecisiveness/ Forgetfulness
• Sleeping difficulties (see below)
• Sensitivity to light and noise
• Depression/ Mood swings
• Negative/ Suicidal thoughts
• Low libido
• Obesity
• PMS or Premenstrual Syndrome

Nighttime symptoms include:

• Nightmares
• Waking up very alert
• Damp night clothes/sheets
• Waking up with fast heart rate
• Restlessness and inability to go back to sleep.