Tips For Type 2 Diabetics In The Coming Months
Considering recent events, those with health issues such as type 2 diabetes may be feeling especially anxious, so we asked Dr Brewer for some advice…
To help support you, Dr Brewer working in association with CuraLin – the all-natural supplement that helps balance blood sugar levels – shares her tips to put your mind at ease.
Keep a healthy routine
It’s likely that you will be at home for most of the day, and whether you’re working or not it’s so important to keep occupied. Boredom can lead to snacking and comfort eating, which can wreak havoc with your levels.
You should aim to exercise as much as possible at home, and there’s never been a better time, with so many famous names in the exercise world running live streaming or youtube classes. Google to find out what’s available, everything from Joe Wicks to chair yoga or aerobics, but make sure it’s a suitable level for your fitness.
It is imperative that you check you have enough medication and request new supplies in plenty of time to avoid any delays. Due to COVID-19 challenges, some pharmacies are taking over a week to turn around prescriptions.
Keep in touch with family and friends as best you can to avoid loneliness, too.
Incorporate a Vitamin D supplement
When staying indoors more, consider taking a Vitamin D supplement that’s recommended for your age group. Vitamin D is important when you have little sun exposure especially as it plays a role in immunity.
Boost your immunity
In order to boost immunity, make sure you’re eating a healthy diet providing plenty of fruit and veg. It’s also critical that you get sufficient sleep to avoid tiredness which can have a detrimental effect on immune systems. Keep as active as possible during the day so you’re ready for a quality night’s sleep. Staying in daily contact with friends and relatives via phone, email, text or Skype will help lift your mood, which is so important for your overall wellbeing.
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Safe to leave the house?
It’s always best to follow government and NHS guidelines, or find out more from organisations like Diabetes UK. The advice can change frequently so make sure you’re keeping up to date! Ask family, friends or neighbours to bring you food and essentials, or look out for leaflets from local organisations who can help.
Exercise is still important
Exercise is essential for maintaining heart and lung health. If you can’t easily get out, walk around the house as much as you can, or try some of the sitting exercises mentioned earlier. Ideally you should aim for at least 30 minutes a day on most days, but this can be broken up into 3 x 10-minute routines.
Opt for diabetic-friendly non-perishable foods
Soups, brown rice, wholegrain pasta, beans, chickpeas, tinned tomatoes, frozen vegetables, frozen berries and oats are just some of the diabetic-friendly snacks that you might want to add to your shopping list. They all have a long shelf life, too. Remember, portion size is key here!
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If you want to have a drink…
It’s best to follow your doctor’s advice when considering whether to drink alcohol or not. In general, a low sugar drink is best such as a small glass of dry wine or a single measure of spirit with a slimline mixer.
Try an all-natural supplement
CuraLin (RRP £59.00, www.curalife.com) is a specially tailored natural formula that promotes healthy and balanced blood sugar levels and insulin production in those suffering from Type 2 Diabetes. The nutritional supplement is made from a mixture of ten natural ingredients, which work with the body to help balance the blood sugar profile.
Join a community
As people are increasingly advised to remain indoors and health services focus on dealing with the most urgent cases, it’s wise to seek support and comfort from online communities. CuraLife have created Winning Type 2 Diabetes Together, a safe online space of over 8,000 individuals around the world suffering from high or erratic glucose levels or living with type 2 diabetes.
It provides a platform to talk openly about their experiences and help one another with any queries or concerns. If you’re going through something, it’s likely someone else will have too!
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been coping with the condition for years, it’s the ideal place to find support, knowledge, lifestyle tips and recipes. Go to Winning Type 2 Diabetes Together on Facebook to join in.
Allison Hay
I joined the "My Weekly" team thirteen years ago and, more recently, "The People's Friend". I love the variety of topics we cover both online and in the magazines. I manage the digital content for the brands, sharing features and information on the website, social media and in our digital newsletters.
