Diabetes is a serious yet manageable disease. With right care and monitoring, it can be effectively managed.
Here are simple tips to avoid complications from Diabetes
Quit Smoking
Have an Exercise Routine
Pick an activity of your choice such as walking, jogging, dancing or cycling. Working out at least for 30 minutes a day can help lower your cholesterol levels and even blood pressure.
Lose Weight
Shedding a few pounds can enhance body’s ability to utilise insulin. It can help lower your glucose levels and control Blood Pressure & triglycerides
Get Enough Sleep
Too much or too little sleep can increase your craving for foods that are high in carbs. This could cause weight gain thereby raising your risk of heart disease Seven to eight hours of sound sleep cuts down your risk drastically
Monitor Glucose Levels Regularly
Regular monitoring can help you understand how food, exercise & medications are affecting your glucose levels and if your treatment approach is working.
Cut down on Salt
Reducing salt intake can help manage your blood pressure effectively and even protect your kidneys
Protect yourself from Bruises
Diabetes slows down healing and increases your risk of infection. As such cleaning any wounds properly and using antibiotics and sterile bandage is of utmost importance.
Diabetes care is not too complicated and is within your control. Follow these simple tips and diabetes will not come in the way of a healthy and happy life.