Things to do every day for good diabetes care

• Follow the healthy eating plan that you and your doctor or dietitian have worked out. Eat your meals and snacks at around the same times each day.
• Be active a total of 30 minutes most days. Ask your doctor what activities are best for you.
• Take your diabetes medicine at the same times each day.
• Check your blood sugar every day. Each time you check your blood sugar, write the number in your record book. Call your doctor if your numbers are too high or too low for 2 to 3 days.
• Check your feet every day for cuts, blisters, sores, swelling, redness, or sore toenails.
• Brush and floss your teeth and gums every day.
• Don't smoke.