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DIABETES, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1
Diabetes treatment can include a combina- tion of strategies, such as the following nondrug remedies.
Diet
Diabetics can work with their doc- tors and nutritionists to come up with an effective diet. Some advocate for eating foods that are low in carbohydrates or ones with a low glycemic index. Others say it is more important to restrict caloric intake rather than sugar intake.
Work with a professional to create a healthy diet, and follow it as closely as possible. Eat meals at the same time each day to better reg- ulate blood-sugar spikes and lulls. Skipping meals may cause you to overeat later in the day, which can throw glucose levels off kilter.
Exercise
Many people with Type 2 diabetes are car- rying around extra weight. Exercise can help them shed pounds and maintain healthier weights.
But exercise does more than just help
you lose weight. Strength-training exer- cises can be an important component of workouts. By maintaining lean muscle mass, you can get rid of a larger amount of glucose in the bloodstream, thus helping manage diabetes. Get at least 20 to 30 minutes of moderate activity several days per week.
Supplementation
Some people find that certain natural ingre- dients can help regulate blood-sugar levels. For example, pure, organic apple cider vine- gar taken over time can help people with di- abetes manage their blood-sugar levels more effectively.
A small amount of cinnamon per day may be able to reduce fasting glucose levels by any- where from 18 to 29 percent, according to a study in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. Always speak with a doctor before trying any home remedies to treat diabetes or exploring any alternatives to traditional diabetes treatments.
— Courtesy of Metro Creative and Saline Memorial Hospital with contributions by Cody Graves, special sections writer
It’s important for diabetics to regularly monitor their blood sugar, whether it be done by themselves or by a nurse or physician.
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did you know?
According to the National Diabetes Education Program, diabetes is the seventh-leading cause of death in the United States and affects one out of four people over the age of 65, and half of people over 65 have pre-diabetes. Adults with diabetes are nearly two times more likely to die from heart disease or stroke than adults without diabe- tes. Diabetes also is the leading cause of nontraumatic lower-limb amputations in the U.S.
— Courtesy of the National Institute of Health