Upload
gdelucie
View
183
Download
0
Embed Size (px)
Citation preview
Learning to Live with your Diabetes
Stay healthy by taking care of yourself
You are not alone
Diabetes causes sugar to build up in the blood. If it stays high, it can slowly
damage the heart, kidneys, eyes and feet.
Eat smaller portions Eat fewer carbs(starches and sweets)
Eat more vegetables Drink more water
Read the nutrition panels to avoid foods high in carbohydrates
Too high!
Avoid
Stay active and take walks
Check your blood sugar
This information helps your doctor make decisions for your health
Always write down your blood sugar number and bring it to your doctor
11/25/12: 102
11/26/12: 105
11/27/12: 110
11/25/12: 104
Blood sugar less than 70 is too low
You may feel…Shaky or nervousSweaty or clammyDizzy or confusedTired or hungry
Blood sugar more than 200 is too high
You may feel…
ThirstyFrequent urination
Weak or tiredBlurry vision
Take your pills at the same time each day
Learn about insulin if your doctor prescribes this for you
Don’t skip meals
You can do it and teach your whole family healthy habits for a lifetime!