7 Tips to Help Reverse Type 2 Diabetes

By Mike Lemus  |  2/17/2016

The difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes is that type 2 diabetes can be prevented with a few measures. However, if the person already has type 2 diabetes, it can also be controlled very effectively if you know what to do. Type 2 diabetes can be treated without medication. Type 1 diabetes suffers will need insulin injections for life.

If you have type 2 diabetes, in most cases, your life pretty much looks the same and feels the same. Unlike many diseases, diabetes effects are not felt immediately. It may take years for the diabetes complications to pop up. But when they do, rest assured that you will panic.

Nerve damage leading to amputations, paralysis, strokes, blindness, kidney failure, heart attacks, seizures, etc. are just some of the consequences of diabetes left uncontrolled. Pretending it doesn't exist and will go away on its own will not work.

Diabetes is here for life and you need to come to terms with it if you have it. There are a few things that you can do to minimize your risks and life a fulfilling life despite having diabetes. Many people have done it successfully. Just follow the 7 tips below.

1. Aim for a Bodyweight That is Ideal for You

Overweight people have a much higher tendency of getting type 2 diabetes and those that do get it are more prone to complications. Cut down excess fat and you will reduce your risks greatly.

2. Get Screened By a Qualified Doctor

One of the symptoms of high blood sugar levels preceding the onset of diabetes is frequent urination. If you feel a need to urinate frequently, go for a check up to see if you actually have diabetes. Don't automatically assume you have diabetes when in reality, you just might be having a weak bladder.

3. Exercise, Exercise, Exercise

The human body needs to move and stay active in order to be healthy. Spend 30 minutes to an hour daily doing some form of exercise. It could be resistance training or cardiovascular training. It doesn't matter. What matters is that you stay active.

We live very sedentary lives these days and as a result, obesity has become an epidemic and cases of diabetes have skyrocketed. Currently, over 340 million people worldwide have diabetes. Most of which could have been prevented with a healthy diet and exercise. This brings us to the next point.

4. Your Diet Will Make or Break You

According to the Pareto principle, 80 percent of your results will come from 20 percent of your efforts. Out of this 20 percent, you can say that your diet is about 15 percent. If your diet is outstanding, your diabetes will most probably never be a problem.

Your diet should be healthy and you should eat at regular intervals to prevent your blood sugar levels from fluctuating wildly. Have more fruit and vegetables. Do not eat unhealthy fats, junk food and fast food. Most people know what eating healthy is. They just don't do it.

If you have diabetes, you do not have the luxury of a lax attitude as far as your diet is concerned.

5. Stop Smoking and Reduce Alcohol Consumption As Much As Possible.

6. Stop Watching So Much TV

The less time you spend as a couch potato, the more active you will be. This will have a positive effect on diabetes and your life in general.

7. Lastly, Manage Stress Well

While stress is not a cause of diabetes, if you're overly stressed or depressed, it will be an uphill task to control your blood sugar levels. Meditate or do yoga to relax your body, mind and soul.

That's pretty much it. These 7 tips if followed will work wonders for you. They're simple and with a bit of discipline and determination, anybody can abide by them and keep the ill-effects of type 2 diabetes at bay.