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Effective Diabetes Management For Health And VitalityIt was earlier believed that the long term complications of diabetes which includes retinopathy, nephropathy, neuropathy and heart diseases were a part of this condition and hence they were unavoidable.
Later research however, proved that diabetes complications can be reduced or completely avoided with good glucose control and the proper management of diabetes.
Managing diabetes involves a three pronged approach-medications, regular physical activity and diet. Every diabetes management program will however, require a change in lifestyle and mindset. Listed below are some simple ways to manage your diabetes:
Make a commitment to yourself that you will follow the advice and instructions of your health professional.
According to the severity and type of diabetes, your health professional will decide if you require insulin injections or pills. Make sure to take all your diabetes medications on time.
Dietary Changes For Effective Diabetes ManagementBesides, taking medications on time, the most important step in managing diabetes is to make healthy changes in your diet and lifestyle.
This will include managing diabetes through your diet and setting a regular exercise regime. A registered dietician can help you to manage your blood glucose levels by planning a healthy diet plan according to your age, sex, height, weight and many other factors. In general, a diabetes diet is no different from a healthy diet plan. It includes the consumption of food low in fats and calories but high in nutrients.
This does not mean restriction of any food in particular but certain foods like sweets, fried foods, foods high in trans fats, saturated fats and cholesterol should be consumed only in small quantities occasionally. The major focus should be on good quality carbohydrates and proteins like fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, cereals and cereal products, nuts, pulses, sprouts, legumes, beans, low fat dairy products, fish, lean meat and poultry without the skin.
Successful management of diabetes including managing type 1 diabetes and managing gestational diabetes will require an increase in physical activity. Regular exercise will not only help to maintain a healthy body weight but will also help in maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. Walking is the best form of exercise which can be done according to your convenience at no cost.
Simple activities like taking a walk instead of driving to a nearby destination or using the stairs instead of taking an elevator can make a lot of difference.
However, if you have any other health problems or are not comfortable with a particular activity then consult your health professional before you go ahead with any sort of exercise change. Along with your medical prescription from your health care team, you can get a diet plan and an exercise schedule from a reliable instructor as this will ensure optimal diabetes management.
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