Regular exercise and a healthy diet are the foundation of diabetes management and require long‑term adherence.Exercise helps improve cardiorespiratory endurance, increase energy, enhance blood glucose control, reduce insulin resistance, optimize lipid profiles, lower blood pressure, and maintain a healthy body weight.Exercise should be suspended in cases of severe hypoglycemia, diabetic ketoacidosis, proliferative retinopathy, etc.When blood […]
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LDL-Cholesterol Targets for People with Diabetes
Patients with diabetes combined with dyslipidemia have a significantly increased risk of cardiovascular disease.Among these, poor control of low‑density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL‑C) is recognized as the primary risk factor.For people with diabetes, individualized LDL‑C targets should be set based onwhether they have atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) and their age.Patients without atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease Patients with […]
Diabetics Should Not Ignore Blood Pressure Control
People with diabetes often have high blood pressure. If left uncontrolled, it can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.Studies show that active treatment of high blood pressure can significantly reduce the incidence and mortality of cardiovascular diseases, as well as the risk of microvascular complications.Therefore, people with diabetes should monitor their blood pressure […]
How to Tell If Your Blood Glucose Is Well‑Controlled?
At present, whether blood glucose meets the target is mainly judged by two indicators:Glycated Hemoglobin (HbA1c) and Time in Range (TIR).Glycated Hemoglobin (HbA1c) Time in Range (TIR)For most patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes: These data can be obtained through Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM).
Addressing Mental Health in People with Diabetes: Diabetes Distress and Depression
Mental health challenges are a natural consequence among people living with diabetes and seem to interfere with nearly everything we do. Life with diabetes is not easy; every meal and every activity requires putting one’s condition first, leading to a sharp rise in stress.People with diabetes are more likely to experience depression—a diagnosable medical condition […]
How Can People with Diabetes Use Digital Tools for Self-Management?
There is no shortage of diabetes health education available. However, for many older patients with diabetes, reading information does not always mean understanding it, and understanding does not always translate into real action.The challenge of blood glucose control is not lack of willingness, but lack of support. This is where digital blood glucose management plays […]
Why Are People with Diabetes Prone to Mouth Ulcers?
Are you often troubled by recurrent mouth ulcers?Do they sting painfully when you eat and even affect your speech?This is not accidental.Medical researchers have found that people with diabetes have a higher risk of mouth ulcers, which tend to recur frequently and be slow to heal, seriously affecting quality of life.Today, we help you deal […]
Easy Ways for People with Diabetes to Increase Physical Activity in Daily Life
Do you find it difficult to set aside special time for exercise? Don’t worry! Here are practical tips to sneak exercise into your daily routine and increase activity effortlessly.Increase daily activitiesIf the distance is not too far, choose to walk instead of driving when running errands.For example: walk to buy groceries, walk to work.When driving […]
Secrets to Improving Sleep Quality for People with Diabetes
Getting enough sleep and improving sleep quality is a major concern for many people with diabetes. But what can you do specifically?Develop a regular routine — Three steps to reset your body clock Create a quiet, comfortable sleep environment — Build a “five-star” sleep room Exercise moderately — Follow a safe exercise plan Avoid sleep […]
5-Minute Self-Test for Sleep Quality
How long should people with diabetes sleep? And how can you tell if you’re sleeping well? China’s Core Information and Interpretation of Sleep Health provides the answers.For adults, a healthy schedule means 7–8 hours of sleep per day, falling asleep between 10:00–11:00 PM and waking up between 6:00–7:00 AM.Older adults can sleep slightly less, about […]