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Stay in Control of Your Diabetes
Stay in Control of Your Diabetes
Stay in Control of Your Diabetes
Keep Your Bad Behavior in Check
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Everyday Action Steps
How to Manage Your Diabetes at Work
6 Lifestyle Changes That Make a Big Impact
Exercise.
Regular physical activity helps you feel better. It also improves your sensitivity to insulin, which means it works better in your body.
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Eat a well-balanced diet.
Having diabetes shouldn't keep you from enjoying a bunch of different foods.
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Reduce stress.
If you're stressed, you may exercise less, drink more, and not watch your diabetes as closely.
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Quit smoking.
Kick the habit. It'll give you better control of your blood sugar levels.
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Cut back on alcohol.
If you're on insulin or oral diabetes meds like sulfonylureas or meglitinides, drinking alcohol can drop blood sugar to dangerous levels.
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Take notes.
Keeping a detailed daily log can help you track what affects your glucose levels.
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