How to Treat Type 1 Diabetes at Home

You can treat your Type 1 diabetes at home by taking your insulin shots daily as prescribed by your doctor to keep your blood glucose level within range. Check with your doctor before making any changes in your medication dosing schedule.

Have a proper diet by measuring your daily food intake for each meal, such as carbohydrates, protein, fruits and vegetables. Avoid eating fatty food and less salt. Limit your alcoholic intake.
 
Have a regular exercise. After consulting with your doctor walk everyday for 20 or 30 minutes. Always carry something to eat when going for a walk in case your blood sugar starts to dip.
 
Check your blood glucose levels as often as your doctor recommends, such as  measuring the blood glucose levels at different times of the day and recording such measurements. These recorded measurements will allow you and your doctor to understand how your body reacts to your different food intakes.
 
Take care of your feet by washing your feet daily and always check for cut or injury. Avoid walking barefoot even indoors.
 
Stop smoking to prevent other disease as a complication of diabetes.
 
Have a regular medical checkup and eye exam. Have your eyes check for vision deterioration.
 
Joining support group is beneficial to diabetics. These groups include health professionals as well as people who have diabetes.
 
Wearing a medical identification at all times is necessary. In case of emergency, it lets people know that you have diabetes and they can give appropriate care.

To your health,
Alma
www.diabetestomorrow.com