5 Simple Habits That Will Help You Better Live With Diabetes

Follow these five basics to manage your diabetes and live a healthy and more active life.

1. Monitoring your blood sugar – the first step towards controlling diabetes.

• Choose the most accurate glucometer for regular self-monitoring of your blood sugar.

2. Laziness is comforting. But 30 minutes of activity can be fun too.

• It is important to choose a physical activity suitable to your health condition. 

• Additionally, avoid exercising soon after taking an insulin injection. 
• Follow relaxation techniques like meditation, yoga, and deep breathing exercises to reduce stress.

3. Eat your favorite foods but also add these to your diet.

• Consult a dietician while you continue to eat your favorite foods. 

• Eat baked and roasted foods instead of fried ones.
• Measuring food and watching its effect on blood sugar makes all the difference.

4. Look after your feet.

• Diabetics are prone to foot ulcers that never heal and can lead to foot amputation. 

• Wear the right shoe size and check your feet for any infections, cracks or pain.
• Take extra care of your feet by soaking them in warm water, wipe them dry and then moisturizing them.
• Get foot examination done at least once a year.

5. Eyes are precious.

• Diabetic retinopathy results from damage to the tiny blood vessels that nourish the retina. 

• Other complications include glaucoma and cataract.
• It is advised that diabetics get a thorough eye check-up done at least once a year.
Remember, before you start any medicine, diet or exercise routine, please consult a diabetes specialist.