Day To Day Prevention Stategies

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Guidelines
InSIGHT
Your visual guide to the guidelines
Learn more about Incretins
and Weight Management for
Type 2 Diabetes

Managing Diabetes Day-to-Day


FOLLOW AN EATING PLAN BE PHYSICALLY ACTIVE

4
Water or

3
0-Calorie
Carbohydrate
Foods Drink

1 Non-Starchy
Vegetables
2 Protein
Foods
• Get 150 minutes/week of moderate-intensity
physical activity (where you can comfortably talk
but not sing while exercising).
• Incorporate small active moments in your daily
routine, such as taking the stairs instead of the
elevator or going for walks.
• Eat food slowly so you'll enjoy it more and know • Try walking for 30 minutes or take three
when you're full. 10-minute walks a day.
• Focus on eating more whole grains, vegetables, • Try to stand up and move around every
fruits, and nuts. 30 minutes.
• Check nutrition labels and choose nutrient-dense, • Have fun while you're active, try inviting friends or
minimally processed food that will fit into a healthy family to join you.
eating plan.
• Try using a fitness tracker or an app to monitor
your physical activity.

from the ADA’s Standards of Care in Diabetes—2023


This infographic is based on recommendations

Monitor your Take your medication Address your Be aware of signs Get regular
blood glucose as directed, even if stress. Take time of depression, check-ups.
(blood sugar) levels you're feeling fine, for yourself, smile your diabetes care
as outlined in and consult your and laugh, and look team can refer you
your diabetes health care team for support. for support if
care plan. before making you need it.
changes.

Learn more at diabetes.org | 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383)

Supported in part by Incretins and Weight Management for Type 2 Diabetes. American Diabetes Association® (ADA)

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