Diabetes is a chronic disease and if neglected can cause numerous irreversible complications. While we do not have a cure for the disease, there are many changes in lifestyle one can adopt to delay onset of complications. By adopting a positive lifestyle one can live a fruitful life with minimal complications.
Physical activity: Like everyone, all diabetics should exercise on a regular basis. Regular exercise will prevent weight gain and help control blood sugar. For those diabetics who start to exercise, glucose levels should be measured more frequently to ensure that low sugar levels do not occur. A lot of evidence has accumulated in the past decade indicating that exercise leads to better control of not only blood sugar, but also blood cholesterol.
Learn about diabetes: Being knowledgeable about the disease can help one appreciate the disorder and adjust accordingly. All diabetics should regularly see an endocrinologist and a nutritionist. The more one is educated about the disorder, the better treatment they can receive.
Wear a medical bracelet: This important tag will ensure that all health care workers know your condition, will immediately identify and treat any serious complications that may arise.
Glucagon: All diabetics should keep a glucagon kit nearby in case of low blood sugar emergency. Make sure those around you know how to use the kit. Low blood glucose problems are more common in type 1 diabetics.
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