Three Keys to an Active Life for Americans with Diabetes

For diabetics, nutrition, exercise and the maintenance of optimum blood glucose levels are critical for living a longer, more vigorous life. In fact, nutrition and exercise are proving to be the insulin-builder that actually lowers blood sugar levels.

Cleveland, OH (PRWEB) February 8, 2006 –- According to the American Diabetes Association, there are 20.8 million people in the United States, or 7% of the population, who have diabetes. For these people, nutrition, exercise and the maintenance of optimum blood glucose levels are critical for living a longer, more vigorous life. In fact, nutrition and exercise are proving to be the insulin-builder that actually lowers blood sugar levels.
      
·   Nutrition
To help Americans with diabetes plan a proper diet, a committee of the American Diabetes Association and the American Dietetic Association created “The Exchange List” meal planning system. The foods on the list are divided into six groups: starches/bread, meat, vegetable, fruit, milk and fat. Each list contains the same amounts of carbohydrates, protein, fat and calories to maintain a healthy diet.

It has also been determined that a diet abundant in fish, borax and flax seeds are associated with lower rates of diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory conditions. An increase in those foods decreases insulin resistance and lowers the risk of Type II diabetes.

·   Exercise
Aerobic exercise, strength training and stretching can help lower blood sugar levels. Aerobic exercise is recommended for 30 minutes a day, five days a week. Aerobic exercises include walking, jogging, dancing, biking, swimming, skating, and competitive sports like tennis, basketball and handball.

Strength training doesn’t necessarily mean heavy lifting. Even lighter weights for a home workout will help build stronger bones to fight osteoporosis and burn more calories. To complement strength training, stretching helps keep joints flexible and helps prevent injury during workouts.

·   Blood Level Maintenance
For blood level maintenance, it is essential for people with diabetes to have their supplies on hand, such as test strips, lancets, syringes, insulin, and sugar-free food. Fortunately, people with diabetes can order their supplies on-line from reputable companies, who make it easy to order. Companies like Diabetic Care Services provide personal service that enables people living with diabetes to receive the supplies they need with the minimum investment of time and out-of-pocket cost.

About Diabetic Care Services
Diabetic Care Services is a customer-focused retailer that offers the convenience of one-stop shopping for diabetics supplies, including blood glucose monitors, test strips, lancets, syringes, insulin, lotion and creams, insulin pump supplies, sugar-free food and candies available online and by phone. They also offer a full line of prescription medication available by phone. In addition, Diabetic Care Services handles all insurance paperwork and can answer questions about insurance coverage, including Medicare Part D.

Diabetic Care Services is owned and operated by licensed pharmacists who are committed to provide concerned, personal service that enables people living with diabetes to receive the supplies they need with the minimum investment of time and out-of-pocket cost. They utilize knowledgeable costumer service personnel who are available to answer questions. In fact, many individuals on staff live with diabetes and understand the work they do allows their customers to enjoy a life that's not all about diabetes.

For further information about the company, its products and services, contact Diabetic Care Services: 34099 Melinz Parkway, Unit F1, Eastlake, OH 44095; Telephone: 800-633-7167.

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