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CAUTION
Do not try to self diagnose or treat yourself.
Always consult a medical practioner/healthcare provider.
Always advise them of your
-dietary changes
-changes in exercise or activity levels
-if you begin to take supplements (as these can interfere with your medicines)

WEIGHT LOSS

Lose only 10% of your weight and decrease
your risk of dangerous complications !

HELP YOURSELF

Diabetes is like aging 10 years. So do something.

Lifestyle Changes
Changes in diet and exercise are more effective than drugs in lower blood sugar in Type 2 diabetes

Support

Listen to people speak about interesting areas you should know about.
This is a great support Group if you don't have one.

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	Start Early Tightly controlling your blood sugar levels soon after being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes can lead to lower risks of diabetes complications—including heart disease and death—years later.
	Exercise More exercise doesn't mean you need to join a gym - walk a bit to work, park far from the shopping centre, take the stairs, keep moving and be active, that's what the body was designed for !!
	Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes increased hunger increased thirst fatigue increased urination, esp. at night sores that do not heal infections such as thrush or skin infections such as boils or fungal skin infections blurred vision burning, numbness or tingling in the feet or hands weight loss weight gain irritability and mood changes headaches dizziness ED carpal tunnel syndrome and Bell's Palsy (can be caused by high blood sugar) Symptoms of high blood sugar: • Excessive hunger and/or thirst • Weight loss • Excessive urination Symptoms of low blood sugar: • Cool, clammy skin • Hunger • Numbness in your mouth • Fluttering in your chest • Feeling faint Seek medical advice if you think you may have these symptoms
	Health Checks You will need to have the following checks regularly: Blood Pressure Cholesterol HbA1c (sugars in the blood for the last 3 months) Feet Eyes Kidney function (urine test for protein) Teeth and Gums (high blood sugar can affect these)
	Exercise Remember to exercise regularly
	Fats - bad Dont consume trans fats. They are toxic! Look out for them in processed and fast foods.
	Food Labels Learn to read them. A Dietician can teach you.
	Exercise 1 or 2 Days later, the beneficial effects of exercise on Diabetes are lost. So you need to continue exercise regularly - daily or several (4-5 times a week).
	Exercise High blood pressure can make the effects of diabetes much much worse. Exercise also lowers blood pressure!
	Exercise You should exercise 20-40 minutes everday. Or, 5 days a week please. Walking, jogging, cycling, swimming, dancing, tennis weight training and other activities with moving around!
	Family History Dont ignore it ! If a family member has Type 2 diabetes, you may very well get it too. Lifestyle is critical. Watch that creeping weight gain. It can be an indicator that diabetes is on its way. Ask your doctor what you need to do (basically follow this guide: eat healthy, exercise, lose weight (and make sure you lose all fat in your stomach area).
	Family History Tell your children, their children, and their children about the family risk of diabetes, and what they can do to start preventing it.
	Herbal, Vitamin or Nutritional Supplements Some may be useful in helping to slightly lower or manage blood sugar in diabetes. Best is to discuss this with an 'alternative' or complementary health practitioner.

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