Take control of your Type 2 diabetes
Proper nutrition, exercise, and medication use is important in
controlling type 2 diabetes. Maintaining control of Type 2
diabetes can be achieved by a combination of a healthy diet,
physical activity, and appropriate medications. Consult your
healthcare provider to plan a diabetes management program
that is best for you.
A Meal Plan
A healthy meal plan will help you:
- Reach and maintain a healthy body weight
- Keep your sugar levels in a healthy range
- Lower blood fat levels (e.g. cholesterol)
An Exercise Plan
Regular exercise can help to:
- Maintain muscle tone and physical fitness
- Improve how insulin works to lower blood sugar levels
- Lower blood fat levels (e.g., cholesterol)
- Aid your meal plan in controlling weight
A Medication Plan
In addition to these healthy lifestyle changes, your healthcare
provider may prescribe a medication plan to further help manage
your blood glucose levels. Compliance is essential to maintain
proper blood glucose levels*.
* Oral diabetes medications are only effective if the pancreas still
makes some insulin. Some people with type 2 diabetes may also
need insulin injections.
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