Taking control of your diabetes will help you head off the complications that can come with it. You can reduce your risk of heart attacks, stroke, damage to your kidneys and nerves, and loss of vision by keeping your blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure in check.
A diabetes educator can help you. They’ll work with you to find the best ways to eat healthy, be active, monitor your blood sugar, take medication, solve problems and cope in a healthy way.
Here are some things you should do to help reduce your risks and avoid other health problems: