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What are some things a diabetic person should do to keep their diabetes under control?

Physical activity is critical for blood glucose management and overall health in individuals with diabetes and prediabetes.


Daily exercise can help overcome the ill effects


2 types of exercises are recommended for individuals with diabetes and those at risk of diabetes Aerobic exercise that includes walking. cycling jogging as well as swimming and resistance training at gym that includes free weight, weight machine, etc.


Be physically active and stay healthy


Decrease the amount of sedentary time


Doing both, aerobic and resistance, exercises daily is beneficial


At least 150 min/week of physical activity can help delay the onset of diabetes


Avoid prolonged sitting. Perform some activity every 30 minutes.


Children and adolescents should do exercise like grown-ups, i.e. 60 min/day


Regular exercise improves bone health, insulin sensitivity, blood pressure and heart health


Speak to your doctor today to know more about benefits of exercise in diabetes


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