How can diabetic patients lower their blood sugar levels?
Disease description:
I have diabetes, and my blood sugar levels have been quite unstable lately. I've been feeling thirsty and fatigued frequently, and sometimes my vision becomes slightly blurred. Currently, I'm taking my glucose-lowering medication regularly as prescribed, but my blood sugar levels are still not decreasing satisfactorily. I would like to ask if there are any other methods that can help lower my blood sugar more effectively?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Feng
Blood glucose control for diabetic patients mainly involves the following aspects:
1. Dietary management: Maintain a balanced diet, limit high-sugar and high-fat foods, and increase the proportion of vegetables and whole grains. Eat at regular times with appropriate portion sizes to avoid excessive hunger or overeating.
2. Moderate exercise: It is recommended to engage in moderate physical activities, such as jogging, swimming, or other aerobic exercises, 1–3 hours after meals. Each session should last 10–30 minutes, with a minimum of 30 minutes of exercise per day. Warm-up exercises are necessary before physical activity to prevent injuries.
3. Medication therapy: When diet and exercise alone cannot effectively control blood glucose levels, hypoglycemic medications such as metformin hydrochloride tablets or gliclazide modified-release tablets may be used, or insulin therapy may be administered.
4. Blood glucose monitoring: Regularly check blood glucose levels to understand glycemic control and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
5. Regular medical checkups: Regularly examine the eyes, kidneys, heart, and other organs to prevent the occurrence of complications.
