Diabetes is not just a disease for old people, and it is not a disease that you can hide from. There are many people currently living with it that can back this statement up. This article will go over the symptoms and causes of diabetes and what you can do to ensure you do all that you can to remain diabetes free.
Unless you drive a car that lacks air conditioning in super hot summer temperatures, or are on a safari in Africa, you probably don’t need ice packs for your insulin. If you’re worried about leaving it in the car at the mall, take it with you! I doubt you’ll have so much that it won’t fit in your purse, pocket, or bag.
Keep track of all the medicines you are taking for your Diabetes and any other condition you have in case you ever need to know. You should carry with you information on their names, dosages, and how often you are taking them in case something happens to you when you’re out, or a doctor you’re visiting requests that information.
If you have Diabetes then alcohol is not your friend. Alcoholic drinks are full of sugar and that will not help your blood sugar levels. A glass of wine has more sugar than hard liquor and beer will has less sugar than wine but more than liquor.
If you snore you are twice as likely to develop Diabetes than someone who doesn’t. This might be because most people who snore are overweight, and it’s the extra weight that can lead to Diabetes. Deal with the weight and you’ll conquer both the snoring and the Diabetes!
One word is more important than all others if you have diabetes and that word is lifestyle. If you can lead a healthy lifestyle, you can live a very normal life with diabetes and ultimately, avoid the adverse complications. Use the tips in this article to help you to change your lifestyle and better manage your disease.