Make An Action Plan

Managing diabetes

Good health begins with your personal plan to manage diabetes. You and your doctor will come up with a plan, possibly with the help of a diabetes teacher or a dietitian.

The goal of treatment is to keep your blood sugar level as close to normal as you can. Changing your eating habits and being more active are very important first steps. But healthy eating and exercise don’t always lower blood sugar enough. You may need to take one or more medicines to keep your blood sugar under control. Many people with type 2 diabetes take medicines. Some take a combination of medicines that work in different ways to help control blood sugar.

Managing type 2 diabetes can be hard work. With support, information, and the help of your doctor, you can do it!

Download the Diabetes.com Type 2 Diabetes Action Plan (PDF Format).