Tip 1: Get a glucose sensor
Not everybody has a glucose sensor yet. They are really helpful. There are lots of different models. In the UK, you can choose for either a FreeStyle Libre or a Dexcom One — they both have advantages and disadvantages.
Dexcom One: - lasts 10 days - shows glucose data in a more convenient way - app does not allow to keep log of insulin or nutrition
FreeStyle Libre 2: - lasts 14 days - app is less convenient - app lets you write down nutrition and insulin events, so it has a better logbook
Tip 2: Check often
With the Dexcom app, it is just as easy to check your blood glucose as it is to check the time on your phone. Do it quickly. The more often, the more likely you can prevent that your blood glucose goes out of range.
Watch our video on what glucose levels you should strive for.
Tip 3: Eat healthy
Eat a varied diet. A healthy diet does the following:
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It gives you the energy you need to normally function
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It gives you the nutrients you need to stay healthy, such as essential vitamins and minerals.
| Very low carb diets are popular in some circles, but not a good idea if you are young and need a lot of energy to get through the day. |
Tip 4: Fruits, vegetables, and fish
Fruits and vegetables are proven to help to achieve a better glucose level. And fish is proven to be good as well, especially if you have diabetes. For example check out these academic articles:
Tip 5: Exercise
Exercise is good for numerous reasons. It does not need to be complicated. Just going for a walk is a good exercise. Exercise can quickly reduce high blood glucose.