From food to travel, here’s how to make daily life easier — and healthier — when you’re living with type 2 diabetes.
Use the ‘plate method’ to create a meal with non-starchy vegetables, lean proteins and carbs
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Prioritize your health by managing stress, strengthening your social connections and getting quality sleep
Track your blood sugar levels and pay attention to any symptoms, like feeling thirstier than normal
Keto can reduce blood sugar, but that doesn’t mean it’s right for everyone
Pack extra medication and supplies, bring healthy snacks and set reminders
Opt for foods that have a mix of protein, fiber and healthy fats
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Prioritize your health by managing stress, strengthening your social connections and getting quality sleep
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/type-2-diabetes-self-care
Track your blood sugar levels and pay attention to any symptoms, like feeling thirstier than normal
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/how-to-know-if-your-type-2-diabetes-treatment-is-still-working
Keto can reduce blood sugar, but that doesn’t mean it’s right for everyone
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/is-the-ketogenic-diet-safe-for-people-with-diabetes
Pack extra medication and supplies, bring healthy snacks and set reminders
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/traveling-with-diabetes
Opt for foods that have a mix of protein, fiber and healthy fats
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/snacks-for-type-2-diabetes
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