You haven't been feeling well and you knew something different was going on in your body. So you go to the doctor and they give you the news: you have Type 2 diabetes! Your first reaction is probably 'AAUGHHH!' But hold on - although Type 2 diabetes is a serious condition, it doesn't have to be that scary.
First, realize your life is not over - not by a long shot. Type 2 Diabetes is often erroneously associated with a decreased lifespan and a state of diminished health for the remainder of your life. That is simply not true. The good news is that YOU control how healthy you are. How good you feel and how long you want to live is determined by you, NOT diabetes.
Second, is to learn everything you can about Type 2 diabetes. The more knowledge you have, the more confidence you will begin to build in knowing you can beat this.
Third, is learning how to choose the most suited blood glucose meter (glucometer) for you. When choosing a meter, you should keep in mind it's not so much the cost of the glucometer itself, it's really about the cost of the strips. You need to choose the right one for you and your needs...
- newer meters are small and easy to use and can fit in your purse or pocket.
- new meters on the market take only seconds to display the results of your test, however, some take more than a minute.
One problem that jeopardizes the health of Type 2 diabetics is trying to determine whether they have blood sugar issues. The diabetic themselves is often not a good judge of whether or not there is an issue. A blood glucose meter can accurately determine that. This is especially true when a diabetic "feels" fine, when, in actuality, they really aren't.
Journaling your blood sugar readings along with your food intake serves two purposes:
- first, it allows you to become familiar with your blood sugar levels, what they mean and how they coordinate with how you feel.
- second, it gives your doctor a detailed account of your blood sugar history.
As a new diabetic, this will be invaluable information in both cases.
You would also greatly benefit from joining a diabetic support group. There are going to be a lot of questions in the early stage pf being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. Support groups are filled with individuals just like you - as well as seasoned veterans who know what you are going through and are there to help.
If your doctor has prescribed medication for you, it is always in your best interest to take it. It is also crucial to take it as recommended. Diabetics have a bad habit of forgoing their medication when they feel fine. This is not a good indicator of whether or not to take medicine - by the time you feel bad, it is too late.
Type 2 diabetes is not a condition you must just live with. By making simple changes to your daily routine, its possible to protect your heart, kidneys, eyes and limbs from the damage often caused by diabetes, and eliminate many of the complications you may already experience.
For nearly 25 years Beverleigh Piepers has searched for and found a number of secrets to help you build a healthy body. Go to http://DrugFreeType2Diabetes.com to learn about some of those secrets.
The answer isn't in the endless volumes of available information but in yourself.
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