Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease that requires an integrated approach and constant control. As the saying goes: “Diabetes is not a disease, but a way of life.” This means that a person with diabetes should be especially attentive to their health.
- sugar level in Blood:
In a healthy person on an empty stomach – 3.3-5.5 mmol/l.
In type 2 diabetics: before meals – 4-7 mmol/l, 90 minutes after meals – not higher than 8.5 mmol/l.
- Physical activity in diabetes plays an important role:
Sugar control: Regular exertion makes cells more sensitive to insulin and helps lower glucose levels.
Weight loss: Particularly relevant in type 2 diabetes.
Improvement of fat metabolism: helps to reduce total and “bad” cholesterol (targets: total – < 4.5 mmol/l, LDL – < 2.6 mmol/l), which is especially important in diabetic angiopathy.
Heart and vascular support: Activity reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications.
Improving mood: Movement promotes the production of endorphins – “happiness hormones,” which helps to cope with stress and normalizes pressure.
Even simple walks can be extremely useful – the main thing is regularity and an individual approach to loads.
