Ruchi Verma
DIABETES worldwide needs attention and awareness. In India, people suffer from both type 1 and type 2 diabetes as well as some also have symptoms that point to prediabetes.
But there is one thing, if there is proper management of diabetes, it will let you live life fully. Recently I had the chance to attend an event on LIVING FULLY WITH DIABETES.
Here are some of the top facts on diabetes management that I have learned so far, let’s have a check on them.
1. KNOWLEDGE ABOUT YOUR TYPE OF DIABETES
An individual who has diabetes needs to have the proper knowledge about the type of diabetes he/she has, to take the right steps (proper diet, medicine, and exercise) to control it.
2. STRESS CAN LEAD TO DISEASE
In today’s life, the overburden of work, family problems, etc. may often stress us which can lead to a rise in glucose levels. So, we have to always remember to be stress-free by making ourselves busy with the things we like doing or spending more time with our loved ones. It will help us to feel relief and stress-free.
Read Also: How to reduce stress living with Diabetes?
3. FOLLOW A PROPER DIET
Diabetes is manageable with the proper diet and nutrition. You must consult a good dietician or nutritionist as they provide you with a proper diet chart according to your type.
You all must know that the diet plays an important role in every disease so it is very important to have a proper diet according to your problem. It may help you be a healthy person and decrease the chances of getting other diseases too.
Also read: How to control blood sugar level with changes in nutrition?
4. EXERCISE
For a person living with diabetes, they must follow some exercises regularly and lead an active life.
5. MONITORING OF GLUCOSE LEVELS
There are various factors that may affect our glucose level, so we should monitor our glucose level on a regular basis. You can consult a doctor, he/she will guide you the best. Continuous glucose monitoring is a very good option as it gives you data that you and your doctor can analyze. It is also pain-free.
6. GESTATIONAL DIABETES
This type of diabetes may be seen among some pregnant women. They need extra care as the uncontrolled high maternal blood sugar increases the risk to both mother and the baby. One should be under medical guidance to manage it.
CONCLUSION
Diabetes can lead to complications but with the right guidance on diet and exercise as well as close monitoring of glucose levels, it is possible to lead an active life.
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Copyright: © Ruchi Verma
Disclaimer – This article is an advisory piece. Before you manipulate your diet habit and health-related changes kindly consult a medical practitioner or nutritionist.
These are very important parameters one must keep one must have cognisance of if you have anyone with Diabetes at home. Stress is something we all take for granted which in today’s time has become a route cause for many illnesses. This post is very helpful.
Thank you for sharing such important information
The facts you have mentioned are to the point. I feel the most important one is managing the stress. Stress is the root cause of multiple health problems. And it plays an important role in managing diabetes. My mom has the diabetes and I am looking for a GCM device. So I will checkout for FreeStyle Libre.
Such an informative post. Thanks for sharing these facts about managing diabetes. My husband is a diabetic for the last 5 years but he still finds it difficult to manage it properly. I will share these points with him.
My mom in law got diabetes when my father in law passed away. She had responsibility of her children and she couldn’t handle the stress. It has been very difficult for her since the last 26 years now. Her kidney has also been affected, though she has been quite careful about managing diabetes. We learnt a lesson from her experience to make better lifestyle choices and try out ways to manage stress as well.
These tips are so useful for all diabetics! #LivingFullyWithDiabetes
Thank god I my family, no-one is diabetic. But I have friends whose parents have it. Having the proper information can help in handling it a the right time.
These are such important information you’ve shared here. My aunt is an diabetic. Will pass this on so that she can take proper care of herself.
Diabetes is rampant these days, owing to current lifestyles and diets. The management of Diabetes is really imperative and especially lifestyle changes need to be made. Proper medication, diet, and exercise are key for this.
Unfortunately, we have a lot of cases today with people suffering from diabetes. and thankfully unlike old times, people nowadays are aware and working towards better management of diseases. I too feel with proper diet and exercise diabetes can be well managed. great post!
You have clearly pointed out the facts one must be made aware when having diabetes. Also constant monitoring is much needed to take necessary action.. freestyle libre is helpful in monitoring
My father had diabetes and so I agree with all the tips and suggestions you have mentioned here. Following these tips religiously certainly makes a difference.
My mom was a diabetes patient and I agree with all your points here. Knowing the type and following a healthy lifestyle definitely help in controlling it.
Diabetes is the most common disease in India. Many other health conditions are related to it.
Good to know that it’s manageable with proper diet and exercise.
I have no one in my family who is suffering from Diabetes but it is good to know about information that might help in future .These are great information ,
Diabetes is really common now in every family we also have many Diabetic members in our family and this all these points are on point as it is really important to understand the main reason for the cause of diabetes and change your habits and lifestyle accordingly
I agree ,with proper diet, right exercise and prescribed medication with regular monitoring not just diabetes but any other diseases can be cured.
These are really very relevant facts about diabetes. We all know it can be cured completely but certainly, it can be reversed. Going to check FreeStyle Libre.
These are very important facts to know about diabetes. And I think having the right diet and exercising are the key things. Thanks for the informative post.