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To help strengthen your bones, try the following tips: Eat foods that are good sources of calcium and vitamin D.
People who are not active have double the risk of heart disease and stroke as well as increased risk of diabetes, cancer and dementia. Being active helps your heart, brain, muscles, bones and mood. Exercise is one of the most important things you can do for your health. No matter what your state of health, there is something you can do to stay active.
Learn more about getting active. If you are struggling with your weight, you are not alone. Being overweight can lead to high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes and sleep apnea. Obesity can double your chance of heart disease. Quitting is one of the best things you can do to prevent heart disease and stroke. You might be afraid that quitting will be too hard, but there is lots of help available to you when you are ready. Learn more about quitting smoking.
Heavy drinking and binge drinking are risk factors for high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke. Alcohol may also cause problems by interacting with your medications.
Learn more about your risk and the guidelines for moderate drinking. In people with limited mobility, advice on exercise whilst seated may be appropriate. Above all encourage the individual to choose an activity which they will enjoy.
Coping with Physical Activity For people treated with insulin it is advisable to monitor blood glucose before and after exercise. Blood glucose levels may fall up to 36 hours after exercise, increasing the risk of hypos overnight or even the next day. Additional carbohydrate may be required — quantity, timing, and type of carbohydrate will vary depending on the activity and duration. A reduction in insulin dose may also be required depending on the activity and the duration For people on oral hypoglycaemic agents, it is usually unnecessary to reduce these although people who are tightly controlled on a sulphonylurea may experience hypoglycaemia during prolonged exercise eg golf.
People taking part in high intensity sporting activities may require specialist advice. This group of individuals may find the following website useful; Runsweet. Libya May be restricted in Joining the Police force, although they may be allowed to stay in if insulin becomes necessary after they have joined with certain restrictions on working practices.
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Is associated with poorer glycaemic control Smoking Cessation There is increased evidence of effectiveness for brief advice and referral for smoking cessation. All healthcare professionals should be trained in brief advice. Languages other than English All materials should be available in a form and language that is understood Educational material in several languages is available from Diabetes UK The HCP should familiarise themselves with any relevant cultural issues People with Incapacity It may be necessary to educate carers in diabetes management Carers should have access to appropriate educational materials and support Staff in care homes have a responsibility to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to deliver an appropriate level of care Homeless people Information on local health services and relevant support agencies should be provided.
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