Diabetes is a disease that can have many serious side effects if left untreated.
There is no cure as of yet.
Although many people who are insulin resistant can control and even prevent the illness taking hold by exercise and diet.
Normally in type 2 diabetes.
The patient will be treated with drugs.
These will usually be taken for the rest of his or her life.
Quite often the drugs subscribed will have less effect and the dosage will have to be raised.
As diabetes is all about how much blood glucose levels there are in the blood, it becomes very important for a diabetic to monitor their blood daily.
There are many ways in which to help keep glucose levels at a safe level.
One is through diet.
Staying away from processed foods that are normally loaded with trans-fats and sugar will be a major benefit.
Monitoring blood glucose after eating something different helps to build a picture of what works for the body.
Most diabetics do have different reactions from each other.
What works for one does not always work for another.
Hence the reason for monitoring blood glucose on a regular basis.
Keeping weight down helps as well.
So regular exercise will help keep the side effects of diabetes at bay.
Also the added advantage of regular exercise is not only does the weight stay off, but the body burns glucose as a fuel when we exercise.
Another good tip and often overlooked.
Is the mindset.
A positive outlook will always be of benefit.
When you think about it.
The diet that is important for a diabetic to follow is actually the same diet that everyone should follow.
So seeing this as a wake up call can be a huge positive in your life.