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Chicago, IL
September 1
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How do I lower my blood sugar?
You can do it Airetta 💪💪💪💕

🛑 FOR PERSONALISED MEDICAL ADVICE 
ALWAYS CONSULT AND TAKE THE ADVICE OF YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL

🟣 HOW DO YOU LOWER YOUR BLOOD SUGAR NUMBERS 🟣 ❓

✅Start a food diary to see what food might be causing your BS to be raised and which might possibly make you feel unwell 

✅Practice portion control. 



✅Eat only Diabetic friendly meals. 
 

✅White foods, sugar, white bread, pizza, pasta, white potatoes and so on will elevate your BS and you will feel unwell. 
 
 

✅ Slowly cut carbs. 
 

✅ If you don’t have kidney problems, hydrate well.

✅ If overweight, you will need to lose. 
 

✅ If you are not exercising, you can start by taking short walks and then extending them, little by little. 


💥 If you continue to feel under par, you should consider making an appointment to see your Health Care Professional, as you might need a reassessment of your meds.

💥 You need to keep your BS stabilised to stop highs and low which will lead to cumulative damage.

🟣 Why are good blood sugar levels important?
It is important that you control your blood glucose levels as well as you can as too high sugar levels for long periods of time increases the risk of diabetes complications developing.


Diabetes complications are health problems which include:
👉 Kidney disease 

👉 Nerve damage 

👉 Retinal disease 

👉 Heart disease 

👉 Stroke 

👉 Amputation

This list of problems may look scary but the main point to note is that the risk of these problems can be minimised through good blood glucose level control.

Small improvements can make a big difference if you stay dedicated and maintain those improvements over most days.💕

September 2
A DiabetesTeam Member

There goes by blueberries with yogut

September 1
DiabetesTeam

Yes, cutting out sugary foods can definitely help lower A1c levels! A1c reflects average blood sugar over several months, so reducing sugar intake can make a real difference over time. Several eating patterns have shown promise for improving A1c levels:

- Mediterranean diet – focuses on whole grains, plant-based foods Show Full Answer

Yes, cutting out sugary foods can definitely help lower A1c levels! A1c reflects average blood sugar over several months, so reducing sugar intake can make a real difference over time. Several eating patterns have shown promise for improving A1c levels:

- Mediterranean diet – focuses on whole grains, plant-based foods, fish, and healthy fats
- Low-carb diet – limits carbs to around 26–45% of daily calories
- Very-low-carb diet – restricts carbs to less than 26% of daily calories
- Low-fat diet – keeps total fat below 30% of daily calories
- Vegetarian or vegan – emphasizes plant-based whole foods

DiabetesTeam members have shared real success stories. One member shared: "My A1c was 6.9 percent. Diet and weight loss got it down to 5.7 percent three months later." That said, diet alone may not be enough for everyone. Some people also need medication or exercise as part of their plan. Always check with your doctor before making big changes to your diet or treatment routine — they can help tailor the best approach for you.

September 1

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