You have been diagnosed with diabetes or someone in your family has been diagnosed with diabetes type 2 and you are wondering how is this going to change my life. Diabetes is a disease that cannot be ignored. It will take complete participation on your part to keep this disease within control.

Medications: must be taken every day exactly as your doctor has prescribed and if you have any questions please call your doctor. Do not skip your medications without notifying your doctor’s office.

Blood Glucose: check your blood glucose level every day. Keep a notebook of your daily blood levels.

Feet: check your feet every day for cuts, scrapes and even sores. Schedule a visit with a podiatrist so he can keep your feet in great shape.

Teeth: brush and floss your teeth every day.

Physical Activity: walk or do some physical activity for a minimum of 30 minutes every day.

Blood Pressure: If you have high blood pressure then it would be a good idea to keep a record of your blood pressure in your notebook.

Weight: weigh yourself every day to know if you are gaining weight.

Meal Plan: know everyday what you are going to eat and keep your allowed foods in your cupboards and keep out the forbidden foods to avoid temptations.

This disease will require planning, but people do it every day and it just becomes a habit. There have been those who have tried the diabetic meal plan and have lost 20 to 30 lbs.

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