Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects millions of people.
The treatment of diabetes involves therapeutic lifestyle change including:
- Nutrition
- Exercise
- Stress management
- Weight management
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Possibly the inclusion of medications.
- Good blood sugar management is key in controlling the potential complications of diabetes.
Proper nutrition involves:
- Regular/consistant meals
- Portion control
- Low glycemic, high fiber foods
- Consideration of additional supplements for blood sugar management
Blood Glucose Monitoring:
Free glucometers are available for most participants to encourage home blood glucose monitoring.
Hemoglobin A1C (Hgb A1C) Labs:
Hgb AIC Lab testing available at Nutrition 4 U via a finger stick with immediate results. This test provides an evaluation of a
person’s blood sugar control over the past 2-3 months.