This pamphlet hits on the basic important health considerations for someone with diabetes. As always, I like to add my personal observations.
Monitoring Blood Sugar: TO take control of your blood sugar, you have to know what is going on. Daily monitoring with a monitor is important. Also long range monitoring is important with the use of the A1C lab teat.
Treating Highs and Lows: You have to monitor to know if you are having a high or low. A little sugar will treat a low. There are also glucose tablets. I don't often have this problems. Treating highs is more difficulty. It could mean cutting back on carbohydrates, could mean increasing exercise, or lastly extra medication.
Taking Medication: I take pills. I have never had to take insulin which is usually injectable.
Staying Active: Walking I have found is the best way to keep blood sugar low. With walking good shoes are important. Also drinking plenty of water is a must.
Healthy Eating: It is important to eat carbohydrates, but in moderation. Balance meals between 1/2 vegetables, 1/4 carb and 1/4 protein. Serving size is important to watch.
Caring for feet with daily self foot exams and regular podiatry check ups. Good foot ware is also important, and avoid going bare footed.
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