Exercise, Weight, and Diabetes Control

Your weight is much easier to control when you’re active. For a person with diabetes, the many benefits of losing weight may include:

• Improved blood sugar

• Improved use of insulin

• Reduced need for diabetes medications

• Lower blood pressure

• Reduced risk of heart disease and other long-term problems

• Improved appearance, energy level, and self-esteem

Losing weight slowly — 1/2 to 2 lbs per week — is the healthiest and best way to lose pounds and keep them off.

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