Posted by Health Handouts | Posted in Health Tips, Wellness Tips | Posted on 22-08-2010
Individuals with diabetes are more likely to get heart illness. Here are several things you are able to do to lower the risk –
Be sure to keep your blood sugar level under control
o Make sure to check blood sugar levels
o Make sure to take your diabetes medicines as directed
Maintain a healthy weight
o Follow your diabetes-eating plan
Lower your cholesterol level
o Limit the amount of foods you eat that are high in saturated fat and high in cholesterol
Increase your physical activity
o Be certain to take a walk
o Be certain to take the stairs
Control your blood pressure (BP)
o Be sure to take your blood pressure medicines as directed
o Make certain to check your blood pressure (BP) at home
Stop smoking
o Speak with your health care team when you need help to stop tobacco use
Remember – having diabetes, being overweight, having high blood pressure and getting heart disease are all connected.
Diet and exercise are good ways to keep your blood sugar and blood pressure under control. When diet and exercise aren’t enough, medicines can help. Medicines may be used to help lower your blood sugar levels. They can also help lower your cholesterol levels and blood pressure.