Even now you can help keep your diabetes under control. Take Action!

Keep taking your diabetes medicine

Check your feet every day

• Check for cuts or red spots
   
• Check for blisters
   
• Check for swelling
   

Check your sugar levels 3 or 4 times a day

If your sugar is getting low...

Do ONE of these:

• Take 2 to 3 blood sugar tablets

OR

• Drink ½ cup of fruit juice or soda pop

OR

• Eat 3 to 5 pieces of hard candy
   

Try to eat healthy foods

• Try to eat foods like fruits, beans and vegetables
   
• Try NOT to eat too much salt or sugar or fat
   
• Try NOT to drink alcohol

Ask to see a doctor or nurse to help you with your Diabetes.