60 5 TIPS FOR DIABETIC CARE Do more physical activities Regular physical activities, eg, exercise, jogging, walking or swimming, can help you lose weight, lower your blood sugar and improve your sensitivity to insulin - which helps keep your blood sugar within a normal range. Get plenty of fibre Foods high in fibre such as fruits, vegetables, beans, whole grains, nuts and seeds help to reduce the risk of diabetes by improving blood sugar levels and lowering the risk of heart disease. Go for whole grains Whole grains may reduce your risk of diabetes and help maintain blood sugar level. Try to make at least half your grains whole grains. Lose extra weight If you are overweight, diabetes prevention may hinge on weight loss. Every kilo you lose can improve your health, and you will eventually feel lighter and happier. Eat small, frequent meals Break the traditional three square meals up into smaller meals, taken with a shorter gap in between. Doing so will help manage your blood sugar levels while cutting down on the calories you consume and imbuing the body with energy. Diabetes, often referred by doctors as diabetes mellitus, describes a group of metabolic diseases in which an individual has high blood glucose (blood sugar) either because insulin production is inadequate or because the body's cells do not respond properly to insulin, or both. Patients with high blood sugar will typically experience polyuria (frequent urination); they will become increasingly thirsty (polydipsia) and hungry. Diabetes is one of the primary reasons for adult blindness, end-stage renal disease (ESRD), gangrene and amputations. Obesity, sedentary lifestyles, stress, tension, lack of exercise and family history increase the possibility of diabetes. Diabetes might also lead to kidney failure, cardiovascular problems and neurological disorders. G L Y C E M I C H E A L T H
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