Planning for Physical Activity

Research has demonstrated the benefits of regular physical activity for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Exercise has been shown to:

  1. improve blood glucose control

  2. reduce the need for insulin and pills for diabetes

  3. improve body weight

  4. improve good cholesterol (HDL) and lower both bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglyceride (blood fat) levels

  5. lower blood …

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