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Managing blood sugar levels is essential for individuals with diabetes. Adjusting your management plan can help you achieve your blood sugar goals and improve overall health. Regular monitoring and consultation with healthcare professionals are key components of effective management.
Understanding Blood Sugar Goals
Blood sugar targets vary depending on individual health conditions and age. Typically, fasting blood sugar should be between 80 and 130 mg/dL, and post-meal levels should be below 180 mg/dL. Setting realistic goals with your healthcare provider helps guide adjustments in your plan.
Monitoring Your Blood Sugar
Consistent monitoring provides insight into how your body responds to different foods, activities, and medications. Using a blood glucose meter or continuous glucose monitor (CGM) can help track patterns and identify areas needing adjustment.
Adjusting Your Management Plan
Adjustments may include changes in diet, physical activity, medication, or insulin therapy. It is important to make changes gradually and under medical supervision to avoid hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.
- Incorporate balanced meals with controlled carbohydrate intake.
- Increase physical activity levels regularly.
- Review and modify medication doses as advised.
- Manage stress through relaxation techniques.
- Maintain consistent sleep patterns.