Diabetes Management
Besides medication diabetes can be controlled by what?
Diabetes can be controlled by diet, exercise, and glucose monitoring.
If you’re thirsty, you’re already a little dehydrated.”
fact- Thirst is a sign your body needs water.
This fruit is known for keeping doctors away?
What is an apple.
Walking helps your body and also lifts your ___.
What is mood.
This type of exercise improves cardiovascular health.
What is aerobic exercise?
Is Type 2 Diabetes only treated with insulin?
No
Type 2 diabetes can be treated with pills, insulin or both. Type 1 diabetes is treated only with insulin.
Watching TV in bed helps you fall asleep faster.
Myth – Screens can keep your brain awake and make it harder to sleep.
Eating too much sugar can make you feel this way.
What is tired or sluggish.
This kind of movement is fun and often done to music.
Stretching before and after workouts helps improve this.
What is flexibility.
Prediabetes is when a person's blood sugar level is ____ than normal, but not enough for diagnosis.
Higher
Adults need at least 7 hours of sleep each night.
Fact – Sleep helps your body and brain recharge
This is a healthy snack that’s crunchy, stalk-like, and green.
Stretching helps your muscles feel ___.
What is relaxed.
The CDC recommends this many minutes of moderate exercise per week.
What is 150 minutes.
No
Some individuals with type 2 diabetes can potentially stop insulin therapy, especially if they achieve significant improvements in blood sugar control through lifestyle changes or other medications.
You need to exercise for hours every day to be healthy.
Myth – Just 20–30 minutes a day of movement can make a big difference.
You should eat this many meals a day to stay energized.
What is 3.
Doing this outside gives you fresh air and sunshine.
What is a walk.
This mineral is crucial for oxygen transport in the blood.
What is iron.
Name 3 diabetic superfoods.
Berries, Dark green leafy vegetables, Beans, Citrus Fruits, Fish, Nuts, Sweet Potatoes, Whole Grains, Tomatoes, Milk/Yogurt
Exercise can help improve your mood.
Fact – Physical activity releases feel-good chemicals like endorphins
This colorful vegetable is good for your eyes.
What is Carrots.
Exercise helps your brain release this “feel-good” chemical.
What is endorphin?
This hormone regulates sleep-wake cycles.
What is melatonin.