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November is National Diabetes Awareness Month

When managing your Blood Sugar… every choice matters! You can control diabetes with a healthy lifestyle, proper nutrition, and support. Talk to your Doctor about a diabetes management plan today.  

Take Control of Your Diabetes!

If you’re living with diabetes, it’s important for you to KNOW YOUR ABC’s:

• A1C
• BLOOD PRESSURE
• CHOLESTEROL

TARGET BLOOD SUGAR LEVELS:       

• Right Before Your Meal:  80 to 130
• Two Hours After Meal:  Below 180
  

TARGET BLOOD PRESSURE & CHOLESTEROL:

• Target Blood Pressure:  130/80 mmHg
• Bad Cholesterol Under 100 (LDL) 

EXERCISE AT LEAST 30 MINUTES DAILY – Moderate aerobic exercise each day can help reduce the risk for complications. Regular exercise can lower blood sugar and “bad” cholesterol, help you lose weight, keep your heart & body healthy.

TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR – about what works best to manage your diabetes. The proper test, support, and a healthy lifestyle can save your life!

KNOW YOUR NUMBERS – Call Excel Medical Center for your annual exam today @ 267-335-5264.

Resources:

American Diabetes Association
http://www.diabetes.org/

American Heart Association
http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/More/Diabetes/Diabetes_UCM_001091_SubHomePage.jsp

Health Line
https://www.healthline.com/diabetesmine/november-world-diabetes-day-and-diabetes-awareness-month