I am taking Glycomet 250 daily once. My fasting suger levels are always below 110 (min) but in the PP test, it is always above 130 but not

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beyond 150. This is my experience for last 5 years when I was detected with diabetes. Can anybody tell me whether I should continue with the medication or try some exercise schedule like walking long distances, gym, etc.

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Your control appears to be good.Medication is not the only solution for managing diabetes.Please consider the following suggestions:

Management of sugar levels is a tough job but is not impossible if you realize that the task is essentially in your own hands. The doctor or dietician may guide you but ultimately it is you who has to put into practice all that has been learnt. Diet control makes maximum difference in a diabetic condition. Avoid sugar,sweets,and any food that is loaded with sugars like mango,banana etc. Also avoid vegetables like potato,beet,sweet potato etc that grow underground. Eat more of sprouts,vegetables and greens that give you fiber,minerals and vitamins. Eat less of rice,wheat and other cereals rich in carbohydrates and demand more insulin for converting to energy. The idea should be to reduce consumption by least 200 to 300 calories per day to gain significant results.

After diet,exercise plays a very important role. Walking or jogging for 40 to 60 minutes a day will improve your glucose metabolism significantly and spend about 200 calories.Management of sugar levels is a tough job but is not impossible if you realize that the task is essentially in your own hands. The doctor or dietician may guide you but ultimately it is you who has to put into practice all that has been learnt. Diet control makes maximum difference in a diabetic condition. Avoid sugar,sweets,and any food that is loaded with sugars like mango,banana etc. Also avoid vegetables like potato,beet,sweet potato etc that grow underground. Eat more of sprouts,vegetables and greens that give you fiber,minerals and vitamins. Eat less of rice,wheat and other cereals rich in carbohydrates and demand more insulin for converting to energy. The idea should be to reduce consumption by least 200 to 300 calories per day to gain significant r

Last but not the least one should lead a stress free life style. Stress is a recognized trigger for diabetes. Practice relaxation techniques like breathing exercises,yoga etc.

You should go for quarterly check ups and annual comprehensive review with an experienced diabetologist and follow the prescriptions scrupulously

Ultimately the most important person in your diabetes management is Y O U.

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Your fasting blood sugar is normal. However you should try to maintain blood sugar level below 100mg/dL.

Your post-prandial blood sugar is normal (<180 mg/dL.) Your target blood sugar level should be <140 mg/dL.

* Avoid single high concentrated meals.

* Small frequent meals, more times in a day.

* Avoid consuming food after 6:00 pm. (Alternate medicine).

* Exercise (brisk walking) daily for about 30 minutes.

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