Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 (Insulin Dependent): The name in itself suggests that Insulin is vital in management of the disease. We learnt earlier that due to defects in the Insulin factory of the body, called Pancreas not enough insulin is released or a defective or of insulin is supplied. Therefore the first line of therapy is to provide body with insulin through an injection called Insulin Pen. The amount of Insulin that this injection can deliver depends on the deficiency in the body. The physician will start with a dosage that suits your condition and will ask you to check the sugar levels multiple times in a day like before meals and 1-2 hrs after meal.

Balanced diet based on activity level will keep sugar levels at the right place and will also not cause any weight gain. Excessive intake of sugars that can cause a spur in levels is not recommended. Exercising in itself is a great way as it makes the cells more sensitive to Insulin but any training beyond 30 mins must be managed as it can cause hypoglycemia. A snack bar is a good option to keep levels at a good place.

Diabetes Type 2 (Non-Insulin Dependent): As discussed earlier this type is more about cells becoming resistant to insulin or the liver not converting enough free glucose to storage glucose. There are three ways of managing this condition. Doctors may put the patient into a weight reduction and calories cut-down plan straight away or may choose to add a few medicines to bring the levels down immediately. When it does not work enough the patient might be put on Insulin. In any case diet control and exercise have a profound effect not just on diabetic control but also cardiovascular health

Managing Diabetes is a group effort. It involves your parents, your support and an entire ‘Healthcare Team’ . Diabetic Healthcare team may include a ‘Dermatologist’ to take care of your sugar levels and a ‘Medical expert’ to take care of Diabetic problems, a ‘Diet Educator’ and a ‘Care Coordinator’.

Our Healthcare Plan include all the services and facilities to make sure that your loved ones get the best preventive care and help them in managing Diabetes.

Get your parents registered for our ‘NRI Family Health Plan’ today.
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