Should you have sugar after a shock?
                                
                                
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                                According to the American Institute of Stress, approximately 77% of adults experience physical symptoms from stress, a response that can sometimes be mistaken for shock. The question of whether you should have sugar after a shock is a common one, stemming from outdated or misunderstood first aid practices.