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This approach is all about eating foods that don’t spike your blood sugar quickly
Lead with empathy, involve other caregivers, and teach them how insulin helps them live a long and healthy life
You can use this index to help identify which foods can cause wild swings in your blood sugar
Diet adjustments and exercise can help, as can asking your doctor about medication changes
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