Diet
One of the most important ways to combat diabetes and pre diabetes is to change your diet. Cut out, or at least cut down on, refined starches and sugars. Those are the white carbs, like flour, rice and sugar. Eat fewer carbs and your body won’t call for as much insulin. Make each meal half fruits and/or vegetables. Eat more salads and when you cook vegetables, make them roasted or sautéed. Pick lower glycemic index, GI, foods. They are digested, absorbed and metabolized more slowly. Your blood glucose level will rise more slowly and to a lower level. The same with your insulin level. You’ll feel more full for a longer period of time which will help control your appetite.
Water
Drink more water. Studies show that those who drink more water are less likely to develop hyperglycemia, high blood sugar. The reverse is also true — those who drink less water are more likely to develop hyperglycemia.
Exercise
Exercise 30 minutes a day. Do you realize how much of an effect exercise has? Yes, it will help you lose weight. It will also help you lose dangerous belly fat, make you develop more muscle AND make those muscles use more of your body’s blood sugar, and improve your insulin sensitivity.
By the way, one of the best exercises you can do to help you manage your blood sugar is walking. To learn more about how to get started with a walking program click HERE now and get my guide, Walking for Better Health. It includes a 21 day walking challenge that will help you build up your steps and make walking a regular part of your lifestyle.
Sleep
Get better quality sleep. Weight gain and insulin resistance have been linked to poor sleep. Did you know that? Start making sleep a priority. Your brain and body will benefit.
I am constantly asked about natural products, remedies and supplements. Are there any that might help lower your blood sugar? There are a few that seem promising — stay tuned…
