1. Managing Type 2 Diabetes
Superior Family Medical Clinic

2. Know Your Diabetes ABCs
A for the A1C test
Shows blood glucose (blood sugar) levels for the last three months
Goal for most people with diabetes is below 7
B for Blood pressure
Goal for most people with diabetes is below 130/80
C for Cholesterol
LDL goal for most people with diabetes is less than 100
HDL goal for most people with diabetes is above 40
KNOW YOUR TARGETS!
Recommended targets from the National Diabetes Education Program

3. Make Healthy Food Choices
Eat variety of colorful vegetables and fruits
Choose foods with high fiber
Look for whole grain cereals, breads, pasta, and rice
Reduce fat intake
Choose lean meats and low- or non-fat dairy
Drink water

4. Brisk walking is great exercise!
Make Time for Exercise
Exercise 30 to 60 minutes daily
Fit more physical activity into your day
Park your car farther from destination
Walk during lunch break
Take stairs instead of elevator
Get friends and family involved
Brisk walking is great exercise!

5. Take Control
PSA, National Diabetes Education Program