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How to Control Diabetes
Diabetes is a serious condition that can have a significant impact on your life. It's a leading cause of blindness, kidney failure, and even death. If left untreated, it can lead to amputations and even heart attacks. There's no easy answer when it comes to controlling diabetes, but there are steps you can take to lessen the risk and improve your chances of success. In this guide, we will discuss some of the most important ways to control diabetes. We hope you find the information helpful.
Take your medication every day as prescribed
If you have diabetes, taking your medications every day can help manage your blood sugar levels. Follow these tips to make sure you take your medicines correctly:
-Take your diabetes medication with a full glass of water.
-Measure the dose of medication using a prescription scale or a kitchen teaspoon.
- Take the medicine with food to avoid stomach upset.
- If you forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you remember, and then continue as usual with your normal diet and exercise plan.
Consider having an insulin pump
If you have diabetes, an insulin pump may be a good option for managing your blood sugar. An insulin pump attaches to your skin and delivers a steady stream of insulin throughout the day. This helps control blood sugar levels without having to check blood sugar regularly using a glucometer.
Exercise
Diabetes is a chronic, life-threatening disease that can be controlled and even reversed through regular exercise and a healthy diet. Regular physical activity has been shown to improve blood sugar control, reduce the risk of heart disease, and decrease the risk of developing other diseases. Diabetes is one of the most preventable diseases in the world, and it's important for people with diabetes to get regular exercise. There are many different types of exercise that are effective for controlling diabetes. The best way to find an appropriate exercise program is to talk to your doctor or diabetes educator.
Here are some simple guidelines for exercisers with diabetes:
1. Start slowly by gradually increasing the intensity and duration of your workouts over time.
2. Make sure you always drink plenty of water while exercising, especially if you're sweating heavily. Dehydration can cause blood sugar levels to spike, which can lead to Type 1 or 2 diabetes complications such as blindness or heart attack.
3. Be mindful about eating before working out; foods that contain high amounts of sugar and carbs will quickly raise blood sugar levels after being ingested, leading to an insulin spike and potential complications down the road (such as gestational diabetes).
4. Choose activities that you enjoy and can keep up with; if you find yourself feeling discouraged or unmotivated during your workouts, it may be because they're not engaging enough for you on an emotional level
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