Managing diabetes - Diabetes Simplified

Anyone with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes will tell you that the condition becomes a part of your day-to-day life. To live well with diabetes takes discipline, planning, close management of medications and modifications to diet and exercise routines. Check out our info on everything from managing the condition and monitoring blood glucose levels to keeping your kidneys healthy.

Using nutrition and exercise to control diabetes

Smart food choices help keep blood sugar, weight, and cholesterol in better control. Exercise usually lowers blood sugar. It can help insulin work more effectively and improve your health and energy. more >>

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Monitoring blood glucose levels

A blood glucose meter is used to test blood glucose at home and determine whether blood glucose levels are in the target range. Testing glucose levels helps put the person with diabetes in control and be more active in managing their condition. more >>

Managing type 1 and type 2 diabetes
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