LEAD A CONTROLLED LIFESTYLE TO PREVENT DIABETES

  • Exercise regularly.
  • Stress reduction.
  • Maintain your weight and Blood pressure.
  • Quit smoking.
  • Annual risk assessment.
  • Eat a healthy diet:

      -High fibre, low fat and carbohydrates.

      -Have 3-5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day.

      -Don't overeat or over drink.

      -Have small frequent meals.

COMMON SYMPTOMS OF DIABETES

  • Frequent urination.
  • Disproportionate thirst.
  • Intense hunger
  • Weight gain.
  • Unusual weight loss.
  • Increased fatigue.
  • Irritability
  • Blurred vision.
  • Cuts and Bruises don't heal properly or quickly.
  • More skin infections.
  • Itchy skin.
  • Sexual dysfunction.
  • Numbness or tingling, especially in hands or feet.

COMPLICATIONS

  • Heart disease.
  • Nerve damage.
  • Kidney damage.
  • Eye damage.
  • Foot damage.
  • Skin conditions.
  • Hearing problems.
  • Dementia and Depression.
  • Problems in pregnancy.

TO PREVENT COMPLICATIONS

  • Blood pressure check regularly.
  • Lipid profile every 6 months.
  • BMI regularly.
  • Kidney profile every 6 months.
  • Liver profile every 6 months.
  • Eye checkup annually.
  • Foot check up annually.