Follow your diabetes medication plan exactly as prescribed
Ask your clinician whether your medication needs adjustment
Cut out sugary drinks, juice, and sweetened coffee or tea
Reduce refined carbs like white bread, white rice, pasta, pastries, and chips
Build meals around non-starchy vegetables, lean protein, and healthy fats
Keep carbohydrate portions smaller and more consistent
Choose high-fiber carbs like beans, lentils, vegetables, and whole grains
Avoid late-night snacking
Walk for 10 to 20 minutes after meals
Aim for at least 150 minutes per week of moderate exercise
Add resistance training 2 to 3 times per week
Lose excess weight if recommended by your clinician
Check blood sugar regularly to see what raises it
Sleep 7 to 9 hours per night
Manage stress with breathing, meditation, or other calming routines
Limit alcohol
Stop smoking
Treat any infections or other illnesses promptly
Keep follow-up appointments and repeat A1C testing as directed