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10 steps to good health with diabetes

Having diabetes requires a long-term commitment to manage your wellbeing.

Good diabetes management requires you to follow a healthy lifestyle that includes regular physical activity, healthy eating and regular appointments with your diabetes team.

What can you do?

Step 1
Follow a healthy eating plan which is low in fat, particularly saturated fat, high in fibre and includes carbohydrates in each meal.

Step 2
Participate in regular planned physical activity - aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise on most days.

Step 3
Monitor your blood glucose levels and aim to keep them in your recommended range. Your range and the frequency of testing should be determined by your diabetes team.

Step 4
Have your blood pressure and cholesterol checked and treated as required.

Step 5
If you drink alcoholic beverages, do so in moderation.

Step 6
Don't smoke.

Step 7
Check your feet daily for any changes.

Step 8
Have regular eye examinations.

Step 9
See your doctor regularly.

Step 10
Maintain a positive 'stay well' attitude.

How we can help

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Page last updated: 17 March 2008