Follow your prescribed diabetes treatment plan
Take insulin or diabetes medications exactly as directed
Check your blood sugar regularly
Reduce sugary drinks and sweets
Choose high-fiber foods
Eat balanced meals with controlled portions
Limit refined carbohydrates
Stay physically active
Drink plenty of water
Manage stress
Get enough sleep
Avoid skipping meals
Limit alcohol
Maintain a healthy weight
Quit smoking
Treat low blood sugar only if it occurs
Seek medical help if blood sugar stays very high or symptoms worsen