Type two diabetes is most often diagnosed later into life. It’s a condition which can be managed through changes in lifestyle which ensure the worst of the symptoms never manifest. Unfortunately, as those diagnosed are older and therefore tend to be much more stuck in their ways than younger people would be, it can be very difficult for them to adapt. Type two diabetics who fail to manage their condition run the risk of contracting some very nasty side effects and eventually dying. Type two diabetes isn’t a condition which should be taken lightly.
Big life changes are never the easiest thing for anyone and it can take a long time before they become normal. For that reason and to generally make your life better we’ve put together a list of recommendations for newly diagnosed diabetics struggling to adapt to their new situation.
– The most important meal of the day
Breakfast will help you to either manage or completely remove the urge to snack through the morning. By filling yourself up on something nice and healthy as you’re getting up, you’ll find that that you won’t be as hungry and that it’ll be much easier for you to get to lunchtime without a mid-morning snack.
– Doctors and Healthcare Specialists
They’re there to help and you should be working with them to get your condition under control. It’s no good them giving you a meal plan you’re not going to stick to. Talk to them about your concerns and what would be your ideal, you may not get it but at least that way both sides can work towards it.
– Check, check and check again
Your new religion is blood-sugar and your new idol is your blood-sugar meter. To start with you’ll need to keep constant tabs on your blood-sugar levels so you can get a feel for how your body reacts to foods or any exercise you may do. Though the frequency of testing will eventually diminish you’ll still need to keep a close eye on your levels to make sure your condition is kept safe and under control.
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