Teladoc | Diabetes and Weight Management Part 2-Managing Diabetes Day-to-Day Infographic

Managing Diabetes Day-to-Day Infographic

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This infographic provides guidelines on how to manage diabetes on a daily basis, based on recommendations from the American Diabetes Association (ADA)'s Standards of Care in Diabetes. It emphasizes the importance of monitoring blood glucose levels as outlined in a diabetes care plan and taking medication as directed. It also highlights the significance of addressing stress and seeking support from a diabetes care team if needed.<br /><br />In terms of diet, the infographic suggests eating food slowly to fully enjoy it and recognize when feeling full. It recommends focusing on consuming whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and nuts, and choosing nutrient-dense and minimally processed foods. It also advocates for checking nutrition labels and following a healthy eating plan. <br /><br />In terms of physical activity, the infographic recommends getting 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week, where one can comfortably talk but not sing while exercising. It also suggests incorporating small active moments into daily routines, such as taking the stairs instead of the elevator or going for walks. The infographic suggests walking for 30 minutes or taking three 10-minute walks a day, and standing up and moving around every 30 minutes. It encourages making physical activities enjoyable by inviting friends or family to join and using fitness trackers or apps to monitor activity.<br /><br />The infographic also provides a visual representation of an eating plan, suggesting including non-starchy vegetables, carbohydrate foods, and protein foods. It suggests drinking water or 0-calorie drinks.<br /><br />Overall, the infographic aims to provide a concise and visually appealing guide to managing diabetes day-to-day, with an emphasis on medication adherence, stress management, healthy eating, and physical activity.

Keywords

Diabetes management

American Diabetes Association

Blood glucose monitoring

Medication adherence

Stress management

Healthy eating plan

Physical activity guidelines

Moderate-intensity exercise

Nutrition labels

Fitness trackers