So you’re living with diabetes. you got all the information on how to keep it under control, but some days it seems like it’s got you under control. Let’s look at some useful tips for you to keep your diabetes well managed.

If you do not want to develop another medical condition due to diabetes, the primary focus should be to keep your blood sugars under control. If you are obese or overweight you need to address that and get in shape. Once you’re at a manageable weight your blood sugars will not spike as much. It’s important to monitor your progress of your diabetes with your doctor. So make sure you schedule regular appointments.

Don’t be caught unprepared without your diabetic equipment. Find yourself a small bag which you can use to carry your monitor, insulin, test strips and some healthy snacks. Usually purchasing your test strips and Insulin in larger quantities can save you money. There are new Innovations and products for diabetes, so keep aware and keep healthy.

Your diet will need to be adopted for diabetes. Any foods that contain high amounts of sugar, fats or preservatives must be substituted with healthier foods. Stay away from junk foods and sodas and unhealthy processed foods. Replace them with fruits, vegetables, nuts, lean meats, and legumes. Plan your meals to make sure you get healthy quantities of the five food groups.

Plan a regular meal schedule.  Eating your meals at the same time everyday will help you to avoid those blood sugar spikes. You should eat free regular or five smaller meals if your blood sugars get too low in between meals. Add a regular sleep time and try to get your 8 hours of sleep.

Exercise on a regular basis, but to start off by doing simple exercises. make sure you keep yourself hydrated while exercising, and check your blood sugars before exercising. Take breaks if you need to. Find a workout that you like, but don’t exhaust yourself. Make sure you have healthy snacks with you just in case you need to boost your sugar level.

Diabetes, if not controlled, increases your chances of certain medical conditions such as bad circulation, eye sight or hearing loss, skin problems and even heart conditions. Keep aware of the small changes you feel and track how your blood sugar’s levels Spike. By getting a journal and tracking your sugar levels, over time you might see patterns concerning your spikes. If you are concerned of course always check with your doctor.

If over time you realize you’re having difficulty managing your sugars levels from spiking, that might mean you need to use a different approach to controlling the spikes. It’s all very do able. Remember, you are the one controlling your diabetes and therefore controlling your health.  good health!!