Weight Loss And Exercise For Diabetics
I'm sure you are quite aware of the fact that if you are overweight your odds of developing Type 2 Diabetes goes up dramatically. You also know that we aren't talking about a few extra pounds; we are talking about 20 plus pounds. In other words we are talking about being obese. One of the best ways for you to lose weight and lower the odds of being diagnosed with Diabetes is exercise. If you have already been diagnosed with Diabetes, a proper exercise program and diet are even more important. Exercise for diabetics is critical.
Although Type 1 Diabetes is genetic and cannot be prevented, exercise is a phenomenal way to help control insulin sensitivity throughout the body. The exertion from the exercise causes the muscles to burn the glucose more efficiently. But a great side effect of the exercise is that it will cause your metabolism to speed up, which in turn will burn calories, thus helping your body to shed those extra pounds and build healthy muscle rather than stored fat.
It is possible to prevent Type 2 Diabetes. One of the first steps you must take to prevent it is to commence a weight loss program that combines exercise and healthy eating. You should then follow up step 1 with the proper vitamins and herbal supplements, which in turn reduce insulin sensitivity and help in maintaining a healthy weight.
Recent studies have determined that a thirty minute walk every day can dramatically decrease the possibility of an overweight person's contracting Type 2 Diabetes. The natural swing of the arms and legs will increase the circulation to the heart and lungs. This in turn will reduce the chances for heart disease and help avoid the possibility of losing circulation in the lower extremities, which is an often deadly side effect of Diabetes.
Diabetics and overweight people often suffer from high blood pressure. This as you no doubt know causes a shrinking of the blood vessels and restricts blood flow to the extremities of the body, particularly the lower ones. Exercise of course lowers the blood pressure and in doing so opens the blood vessels. Thus increasing the blood flow to the lower extremities; which in turn prevents the terrible damage to the toes and feet of a diabetic or overweight person.
However, this does not happen overnight and an ongoing proper exercise program is imperative to your weight loss and the prevention or control of Diabetes. There are, however, some inherent risks of exercise if you have health problems. The good thing is if you are aware of these dangers you can stay ahead of the game.
1. If you are diabetic or borderline diabetic exercise will lower your blood sugar levels and you may become hypoglycemic. If you exercise alone, always have a candy bar or a natural juice (orange juice) or other fruit juices available which can quickly restore your blood sugar level.
2. Closely monitor how you feel physically during and after exercise. If you notice that you are feeling weak and drained or experience a sudden onset of hunger it's possible your blood sugar levels are dropping below the safe level. Again go for the candy or the juices.
Weight loss and exercise for diabetics go hand in hand. It is important you work with your doctor or other professional health provider to make sure you are doing things right. You can control both weight loss and Diabetes, don't let them control you.
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