How to Control Diabetes Without Medication

If you have type two diabetes your goal is to maintain normal blood sugar on a regular basis. But we all know that controlling blood sugar can be very challenging. Some people have to use medications as treatment for type two diabetes. But depending on the results of your diabetes a1c test your doctor may let you attempt to control your diabetes without medication. Following these steps will help you at controlling your blood sugar.

Things You'll Need

• Healthy Foods
• Exercise
• Cinnamon
• Water
• Diabetic testing supplies

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Instructions

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  One of the most important steps you can take to control you blood sugar is checking your blood glucose levels regularly. While diabetic supplies can be expensive it is essential to check to make sure that you have normal blood sugar readings. Depending on your readings you can determine if changes need to be made to your eating or exercise plan.

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  Another great treatment for type two diabetes is exercise. You have to get your body moving to help bring your blood sugar into normal ranges. Set fitness goals for yourself to help stay motivated. Walk every day, join a fitness class, or chase your kids around the yard. Just get moving and break a sweat!

• 3

  Eating a healthy diet is essential in the treatment for type two diabetes. Work with a dietician to develop the eating plan that is best for you. Make sure you eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, and protein. And always check your blood sugar before and after meals.

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  It has recently been discovered that cinnamon has properties that help lower blood sugar. Consider adding cinnamon to your cereal, on fruit, etc. There are also cinnamon supplements you can take if you prefer.

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  If you smoke cigarettes you will need to stop sooner rather than later. Smoking can increase your blood sugar. But if you quit smoking and follow the steps above you will notice a difference in your diabetes a1c test.