{"id":1309,"date":"2020-09-17T09:56:17","date_gmt":"2020-09-17T09:56:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.blog.kayawell.com\/?p=1309"},"modified":"2025-09-10T10:45:25","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T10:45:25","slug":"diabetes-types-causes-symptoms-treatment-prevention","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/diabetes-types-causes-symptoms-treatment-prevention","title":{"rendered":"Diabetes: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\r\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\r\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\r\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\r\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/diabetes-types-causes-symptoms-treatment-prevention\/#What_is_diabetes\" title=\"What is diabetes?\">What is diabetes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/diabetes-types-causes-symptoms-treatment-prevention\/#Types_of_Diabetes\" title=\"Types of Diabetes\">Types of Diabetes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/diabetes-types-causes-symptoms-treatment-prevention\/#Symptoms\" title=\"Symptoms\">Symptoms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/diabetes-types-causes-symptoms-treatment-prevention\/#What_Causes_Diabetes\" title=\"What Causes Diabetes\">What Causes Diabetes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/diabetes-types-causes-symptoms-treatment-prevention\/#Risk_factors\" title=\"Risk factors\">Risk factors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/diabetes-types-causes-symptoms-treatment-prevention\/#Treatments_of_Diabetes\" title=\"Treatments of Diabetes\">Treatments of Diabetes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/diabetes-types-causes-symptoms-treatment-prevention\/#Prevention\" title=\"Prevention\">Prevention<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/diabetes-types-causes-symptoms-treatment-prevention\/#Diet_Plan\" title=\"Diet Plan\">Diet Plan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/diabetes-types-causes-symptoms-treatment-prevention\/#Self-Monitoring_Tips\" title=\"Self-Monitoring Tips\">Self-Monitoring Tips<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_diabetes\"><\/span>What is diabetes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Diabetes <\/strong>is a chronic disease that occurs either when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood sugar. Hyperglycemia, or raised <strong>normal blood sugar<\/strong>, is a common effect of uncontrolled diabetes and over time leads to serious damage to many of the body&#8217;s systems, especially the nerves and blood vessels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Diabetes\"><\/span>Types of Diabetes  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as\ndiabetes, is a metabolic disease that causes high blood sugar. The hormone\ninsulin moves sugar from the blood into your cells to be stored or used for\nenergy. With diabetes, your body either doesn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t make enough insulin or can\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t\neffectively use the insulin it does make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Untreated <strong>high blood sugar<\/strong> from diabetes can damage your nerves, eyes,\nkidneys, and other organs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few different types of\ndiabetes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Type 1 Diabetes <\/strong>is an autoimmune disease. The immune\nsystem attacks and destroys cells in the pancreas, where insulin is made. It\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s\nunclear what causes this attack. About 10 percent of people with diabetes have\nthis type.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Type 2 Diabetes <\/strong>occurs when your body becomes\nresistant to insulin, and sugar builds up in your blood.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prediabetes<\/strong> occurs when your blood sugar is\nhigher than normal, but it\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s not high enough for a diagnosis of type 2\ndiabetes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gestational diabetes<\/strong> is high blood sugar during\npregnancy. Insulin-blocking hormones produced by the placenta cause this type\nof diabetes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Book Now:<\/em><\/strong><\/p><a style=\"background: #f26061;\ndisplay: inline-block;\ntext-decoration: none;\nborder-radius: 30px;\npadding: 8px 20px;\ncolor: #fff;\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/Wellness\/kayawell-lab\/lowest-price\/basic-full-body-checkup-60-tests\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Advanced Full Body Check Nearby you at 50% OFF, NOW (Lowest Price)<\/em><\/a>\n\n\n\n<p>A rare condition called diabetes insipid we are not related to diabetes mellitus, although it has a similar name. It\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s a different condition in which your kidneys remove too much fluid from your body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Symptoms\"><\/span>Symptoms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"781\" height=\"312\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.kayawell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Diabetes-Symptoms.jpg\" alt=\"Diabetes-Symptoms\" class=\"wp-image-1316\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Diabetes-Symptoms.jpg 781w, https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Diabetes-Symptoms-300x120.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Diabetes-Symptoms-768x307.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 781px) 100vw, 781px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/TreatmentPlans\/The-complete-knowledge-of-diabetes-diabetes-type-i-diabetes-type-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"Diabetes: Types Of Diabetes, Causes, Sign &amp; Symptoms And Treatment\">Diabetes symptoms<\/a><\/strong> vary depending on how much your blood sugar is elevated. Some people, especially those with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, may not experience symptoms initially. In type 1 diabetes, symptoms tend to come on quickly and be more severe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Read Also: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/types-of-diabetes-symptoms-and-diabetic-testing-materials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"Types Of Diabetes, Symptoms And Diabetic Testing Materials\">Types Of Diabetes, Symptoms And Diabetic Testing Materials<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Some of the signs and symptoms of type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes are:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Increased\nthirst<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Frequent\nurination<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extreme\nhunger<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unexplained\nweight loss<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Presence\nof ketones in the urine (ketones are a byproduct of the breakdown of muscle and\nfat that happens when there&#8217;s not enough available insulin)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fatigue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Irritability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blurred\nvision<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slow-healing\nsores<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Frequent\ninfections, such as gums or skin infections and vaginal infections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Type 1 Diabetes can develop at any age, though it often appears during childhood or adolescence. Type 2 diabetes, the more common type, can develop at any age, though it&#8217;s more common in people older than 40.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Read Also: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/thyroid-what-are-the-signs-and-how-to-heal-it\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"THYROID: What Are The Signs And How To Heal It\">Why Regular Full Body Checkup Is So Important?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Diabetes\"><\/span>What Causes Diabetes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Type 1 Diabetes<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In type 1 diabetes, your body doesn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t\nmake insulin. This is because the immune system attacks and destroys the cells\nin the pancreas that make the insulin. Doctors aren\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t sure why this happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Type 2 Diabetes<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you eat, your body changes most\nof the food you digest into glucose (a form of sugar). A hormone called insulin\nallows this glucose to enter all the cells of your body. There it is used for\nenergy. Insulin is produced by the pancreas. In someone who has type 2\ndiabetes, the pancreas doesn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t make enough insulin or the body\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s cells can\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t\nuse insulin properly (called insulin resistance). This causes glucose to build\nup in your blood instead of moving into the cells. Too much glucose in the\nblood can lead to serious health problems that damage the blood vessels,\nnerves, heart, eyes, and kidneys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"5 Best Foods for Diabetes Control | Best Diet Tips | Dr. Hansaji Yogendra\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SdxnHXDBOV4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Video Source:<\/strong> The Yoga Institute<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risk_factors\"><\/span>Risk factors  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"781\" height=\"312\" src=\"http:\/\/www.blog.kayawell.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Risk-factors-for-Diabetes.jpg\" alt=\"Risk factors for Diabetes \" class=\"wp-image-1318\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Risk-factors-for-Diabetes.jpg 781w, https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Risk-factors-for-Diabetes-300x120.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Risk-factors-for-Diabetes-768x307.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 781px) 100vw, 781px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Risk factors for <strong>Type 1 Diabetes<\/strong> are not as well understood as those for type 2\ndiabetes. Family history is a known risk factor for type 1 diabetes. Other risk\nfactors can include having certain infections or diseases of the pancreas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Risk factors for <strong>Type 2 Diabetes <\/strong>and prediabetes are many. The following can raise your\nrisk of developing type 2 Diabetes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Being\nobese or overweight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High\nblood pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Elevated\nlevels of triglycerides and low levels of &#8220;good&#8221; cholesterol (HDL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sedentary\nlifestyle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Family\nhistory<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increasing\nage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Polycystic\novary syndrome<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Impaired\nglucose tolerance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insulin\nresistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gestational\ndiabetes during a pregnancy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ethnic\nbackground: Hispanic\/Latino Americans, African-Americans, Native Americans,\nAsian-Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Alaska natives are at greater risk.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Read Also:<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/Food\/7-Healthy-Foods-That-Diabetics-Are-Advised-To-diabetes-type-i-diabetes-type-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"Food To Avoid In Diabetes\">THYROID: What Are The Signs And How To Heal It<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatments_of_Diabetes\"><\/span>Treatments of Diabetes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The major goal in treating <strong>Type 1 Diabetes <\/strong>and <strong>Type 2 Diabetes <\/strong>is to control blood\nsugar (glucose) levels within the normal range, with minimal excursions to low\nor high levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Type 1 Diabetes is treated with:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>insulin,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>exercise, and a<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Type 1 Diabetes Diet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Type 2 Diabetes is treated:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First\nwith weight reduction, a Type 2 Diabetes diet, and exercise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diabetes\nmedications (oral or injected) are prescribed when these measures fail to\ncontrol the elevated blood sugars of type 2 diabetes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If\nother medications become ineffective treatment with insulin may be initiated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prevention\"><\/span>Prevention <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Type 1 Diabetes can&#8217;t be prevented. However, the same healthy lifestyle choices that help treat prediabetes, Type 2 Diabetes and gestational diabetes can also help prevent them:<strong><em><br><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Eat\nhealthy foods. Choose foods lower in fat and calories and higher in fiber.\nFocus on fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Strive for variety to prevent\nboredom.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get\nmore physical activity. Aim for 30 minutes of moderate physical activity a day.\nTake a brisk daily walk. Ride your bike. Swim laps. If you can&#8217;t fit in a long\nworkout, break it up into smaller sessions spread throughout the day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lose\nexcess pounds. If you&#8217;re overweight, losing even 7 percent of your body weight\n\u00e2\u20ac\u201d for example, 14 pounds (6.4 kilograms) if you weigh 200 pounds (90.7\nkilograms) \u00e2\u20ac\u201d can reduce the risk of diabetes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t try to lose weight during\npregnancy, however. Talk to your doctor about how much weight is healthy for\nyou to gain during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To keep your weight in a healthy\nrange, focus on permanent changes to your eating and exercise habits. Motivate\nyourself by remembering the benefits of losing weight, such as a healthier\nheart, more energy and improved self-esteem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes medication is an option as\nwell. Oral diabetes drugs such as metformin (Glucophage, Glumetza, others) may\nreduce the risk of Type 2 Diabetes \u00e2\u20ac\u201d but healthy lifestyle choices remain\nessential. Have your blood sugar checked at least once a year to check that you\nhaven&#8217;t developed type 2 diabetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diet_Plan\"><\/span>Diet Plan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Healthy eating is a central part of managing diabetes. In some cases, changing your diet may be enough to control the disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Read Also: <\/em><\/strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/News\/list-of-best-fruits-for-diabetics-diabetes-mellitus\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>List of Best Fruits for Diabetics<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Type 1 diabetes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your blood sugar level rises or falls based on the types of foods you eat. Starchy or sugary foods make blood sugar levels rise rapidly. Protein and fat cause more gradual increases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your medical team may recommend that you limit the number of carbohydrates you eat each day. You\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ll also need to balance your carb intake with your insulin doses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Work with a dietitian who can help\nyou design a diabetes meal plan. Getting the right balance of protein, fat, and\ncarbs can help you control your blood sugar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Type 2 diabetes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Eating the right types of foods can\nboth control your blood sugar and help you lose any excess weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Carb counting is an important part of\neating for type 2 diabetes. A dietitian can help you figure out how many grams\nof carbohydrates to eat at each meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to keep your blood sugar\nlevels steady, try to eat small meals throughout the day. Emphasize healthy\nfoods such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fruits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vegetables<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whole grains<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lean proteins such as poultry and fish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Healthy fats such as olive oil and nuts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Certain other foods can undermine efforts to keep your blood sugar in control. Discover the foods you should avoid if you have diabetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read Also: <a aria-label=\"Foods to be avoided by Diabetic Patients (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/News\/foods-to-be-avoided-by-diabetic-patients-diabetes-mellitus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Foods to be avoided by Diabetic Patients<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gestational diabetes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Eating a well-balanced diet is important for both you and your baby during these nine months. Making the right food choices can also help you avoid <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/diabetes\/medications-list\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" title=\"A Complete List of Diabetes Medications\">diabetes medications<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch your portion sizes, and limit\nsugary or salty foods. Although you need some sugar to feed your growing baby,\nyou should avoid eating too much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider making an eating plan with\nthe help of a dietitian or nutritionist. They\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ll ensure that your diet has the\nright mix of macronutrients. Go here for other do&#8217;s and don&#8217;ts for healthy\neating with gestational diabetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Self-Monitoring_Tips\"><\/span><strong>Self-Monitoring Tips<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Self-monitoring blood sugar levels are vital for effective diabetes management, helping to regulate meal scheduling, physical activity, and when to take medication, including insulin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Read Also: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/News\/Best-Yoga-Asanas-for-Diabetes-Yoga-Poses-yoga-diabetes-mellitus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"Best Yoga Asanas for Diabetes | Yoga Poses\">Best Yoga Asanas for Diabetes<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While self-monitoring blood glucose\n(SMBG) machines vary, they will generally include a meter and test strip for\ngenerating readings and a lancing device to prick the skin for obtaining a\nsmall quantity of blood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Refer to the specific instructions of\na meter in every case, as machines will differ. However, the following\nprecautions and steps will apply to many of the machines on the market:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make sure both hands are clean and dry before touching the test strips or meter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not use a test strip more than once and keep them in their original canister to avoid any external moisture changing the result.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep canisters closed after testing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always check the expiration date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Older meters might require coding prior to use. Check to see if the machine currently in use needs this.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Store the meter and strips in a dry, cool area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take the meter and strips into consultations, so that a primary care physician or specialist can check their effectiveness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Are You Looking for Diabetes Test at a Low Price?<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Book Now: <\/p> <a style=\"background: #f26061;\ndisplay: inline-block;\ntext-decoration: none;\nborder-radius: 30px;\npadding: 8px 20px;\ncolor: #fff;\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/Wellness\/kayawell-lab\/lowest-price\/diabetes-panel-test-29-tests\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Complete Diabetes Package at 50% OFF, NOW (Lowest Price)<\/em><\/a>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is diabetes? Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs either when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood sugar. 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