November is National Diabetes Month, Let’s learn, understand, manage, and prevent diabetes! Did you know there are over 34 million people with diabetes in the U.S. alone?
1. Exercise, Blood Sugar Control & Orher benefits:
Regular physical activity helps your body use insulin more effectively, leading to better blood sugar control.
Stable blood sugar levels reduce the risk of complications for people with diabetes.
Exercise also helps manage body weight, reducing the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. It can improve cardiovascular health, reduce blood pressure, and lower the risk of heart disease, which is common in people with diabetes.
Dancing and Diabetes! Dance is a fantastic form of exercise that can be both fun and effective for managing diabetes. It combines aerobic and strength training elements and helps reduce stress, which can affect blood sugar levels.
2. Eat healthily:
Exercise, when combined with a healthy diet and medication (if necessary), can lead to better diabetes management. It can also help reduce the need for insulin or other medications in some cases.
3. Diabetes and Sedentary Lifestyle:
A sedentary lifestyle is a significant risk factor for Type 2 diabetes.
In the United States, only about 20% of adults meet the recommended physical activity guidelines, contributing to the diabetes epidemic.
Remember, exercise is a powerful tool for managing diabetes! Join #MoveAThon to start on your healthy journey together!
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