4. Check your feet.
People living with diabetes can develop nerve problems that can get worse over time. Each day, examine your feet for scabs, blisters, wounds and swelling.
5. Exercise regularly.
Generally, adults should workout at least 30 minutes a day. Check on your blood sugar levels before, during and after exercising if you’re on medication that lowers blood sugar. Adjust your insulin dose as needed when exercising.
6. Control blood pressure and cholesterol.
High blood pressure and cholesterol levels can lead to heart disease, which is a common complication of diabetes. Ask your doctor how you can manage these levels and include them in your diabetes plan.
7. Drink alcohol safely.
If you’re taking insulin or other diabetes medicine, drinking alcohol on an empty stomach is bad. Eat a meal before going out for an alcoholic beverage, or drink alcohol while eating to prevent your blood sugar level from dropping. Also, keep in mind that light beers and dry wines have fewer calories and carbs than other alcohol drinks. This could play a factor in your carb count for the day.
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7 Diabetes Management Plan Essentials was originally published on blackdoctor.org
