Diabetes is a problem that causes blood sugar levels to rise to higher than normal. Type 2 Diabetes is the most common form of diabetes.
Type 2 Diabetes — What is it?
Your body does not use insulin properly. Insulin is a hormone made by your pancreas that acts like a key to let blood sugar into the cells in your body for use as energy.
If you have type 2 diabetes, cells don't respond normally to insulin; this is called insulin resistance.
Type 2 diabetes most often develops in people over the age of 45, or those who are overweight, obese or have a family history of diabetes.
Lifestyle Management
Healthy diet-Eat lean proteins, whole grains, fruits, vegetables and healthy fats
Oral or injectable medications
Regular physical activity-work with your doctor to determine a safe exercise plan and then get moving
Getting enough sleep-aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per day
Manage Stress-practice deep breathing and relaxation techniques on a regular basis
Manage your blood pressure and cholesterol-take all medications as prescribed and follow a healthy diet
Test your blood sugar and keep a record of the results
Based on what you learned today, what is one thing you can do to better manage your Type 2 Diabetes?
References:
Type 2 Diabetes. (n.d.) The Centers for Disease Control Web site. Retrieved June 11th, 2019 from https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/basics/type2.html
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