If you have been diagnosed with adult onset type II Diabetes,

you may be able to control your condition through diet and

exercise. Many people have genetic predispositions for adult

onset diabetes, but the disease is usually brought on by poor

diet and a sedentary lifestyle. It can be hard to reverse the

damage caused by years of unhealthy living, but by changing the

way you eat and exercise, you can help control your disease and

can lead a fairly normal life without the need for

insulin-regulating medicine.

Before embarking on a workout plan or adhering to a new diet,

you should first consult your doctor. He or she will probably

make dietary suggestions and will usually refer you to a

dietician who can help you plan your meals. The dietician will

tell you what you can and cannot eat, and what you can eat in

moderation. You will have to cut out all of the sugar from your

diet. This means drinking diet sodas, if you must drink sodas at

all, and eating sugar free candy on those special occasions.

It is important to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables to

take the place of all of those empty calories and to keep you

feeling full and energetic. You should make sure to take in

enough protein to help your muscles get your through your new

workout schedule, and be sure to drink plenty of water to keep

yourself hydrated. You will want to eat several small meals

throughout the day rather than just eating two or three times

with a lot of time in between. By eating more small meals, you

will keep your blood sugar at a more steady level, rather than

having the ups and downs associated with large meals followed

by gaps in eating.

Once your diet is under control. The next step is to begin an

exercise program. You don’t have to aim for running a marathon

or even a mile. Walking is the most prescribed form of exercise

for diabetes patients. Whether you walk in the mall, around the

neighborhood or on a treadmill, the most important thing is to

get moving and to keep moving for an extended period of time

every single day. Though you may not feel motivated at first,

you will soon start to look and feel better and better. Seeing

these changes will hopefully provide you with enough motivation

to stick to your workout plan.

If find walking boring, try to find a partner who will keep you

motivated. There are also many diabetes support groups that have

walking clubs that meet daily. You can join a club and meet

other diabetes sufferers who will help keep you on the right

track. They can provide inspiration and encouragement by

sharing success stories and by keeping you aware of the

complications that can arise if the disease is left untreated.

Once you get into fairly good shape, you might try playing a

sport that you enjoy, like golf or tennis. You could also join

a gym and participate in some yoga or aerobics classes to add

some variety to your workout plan.

Keep in mind that the best way to avoid diabetes complications

is to change your lifestyle. Many of the common problems of

people diabetes can be avoided by staying away from sugar and

other harmful foods. By exercising and staying healthy, you can

avoid vision loss and circulation problems associated with the

disease without having to use expensive and debilitating drugs

to keep your blood sugar at a healthy level. Remember that your

body is your most important asset, and keeping it working

properly should be your highest priority.