Diabetes - American Diabetes Association
Establish a relationship with a primary care provider. Frequent visits until symptoms are stabilizeds. Thereafter, every 3 to 6 months to monitor blood sugar, blood pressure , cholesterol .
Take medication as they are prescribed. Do not skip or stop unless directed by the primary care provider.
Vaccines - Flu, Pneumonia, Shingles, COVID-19, Tdap, Td, Hepatitis B Annual screenings for kidney function and vision. Cancer screens for colon, breast, cervical Include non-starchy vegetables, such as broccoli, spinach, and green beans Include very few dishes with added sugar Limit white bread, rice, and pasta Include whole foods, such as multigrain bread and cereals Avoid fruit juice, substitute whole fruit
Learn about Diabetes Self-Management through a class or by reading Know your healthy weight and try to maintain it Be physically active 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week Test your blood sugar and record the results Know the signs of high or low blood sugar and what to do Observe your feet and skin for cuts, scrapes, and wounds. Seek treatment if not healing Manage stress and deal with daily diabetes care Take your medicines every day
Use the Diabetes Plate Method
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