Diabetes is managed through proper diet, exercise and, if needed, medication. People with diabetes must use home and office tests to monitor the levels of sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides in their blood. Steps are then taken to keep the levels of these substances as normal as possible.
Type 1 diabetes is controlled with:
- Insulin Injections
- Meal planning
- Exercise
Type 2 diabetes is controlled with:
- Diet and exercise
- Oral medications (pills)
- Insulin Injections