Managing Your Diabetes
Finding Your Simple Wins
Having diabetes doesn't mean you can't enjoy life and do everything that you did before you were diagnosed. It does mean that you need to be proactive with your diabetes and manage it to help you live a healthy life. It may be a challenge in the beginning, but by planning ahead and making lifestyle changes, you can make the most of every moment and achieve your simple wins.
You can live well and manage your diabetes better by using the resources and tools found here. Learn about the
common types of diabetes, the
kinds of insulin and medication available, and the
complications you need to know about. Find out how to
test your blood sugar ,
talk to your doctor and
how to ask for support from family and friends. Educate yourself through our Diabetes News and
Diabetes Resource links.
Proactive Management
Proactive management is when you take charge of your life and your diabetes. The goal of proactive management is to get your blood sugar as close to normal as possible and to keep it there as often as possible. It won't be easy at first, but it's worth doing. You can live a healthy life with less complications by keeping tight control of your blood sugar and making some smart lifestyle choices. How do you do that? Here's a start:
- Test often.
- Know your blood sugar level targets.
- Exercise regularly.
- Get proper nutrition.
- Practice proper daily hygiene.
- Take extra precautions when you’re sick.
- Follow the advice of your healthcare team.
Proactive management can take you one step closer to achieving your next simple win.