Diabetes is becoming a major threat all over the world and India is no exception for the same. Today, even young people are becoming a target of this dreadful disease. Several clinics, independent doctors and hospitals provide diabetes treatment.

One interesting fact about diabetes is that it can be managed well with medication and dedication towards health.

Here are the following few healthy habits, which, if you practice regularly, can keep the ill effects of diabetes Type 2 at bay.

Consume a healthy diet

Include every nutrients like, carbohydrate, protein, fat, vitamins and minerals, in your diet, but in the correct proportions. Eat an ample amount of fibers in your diet as snacks. It is usual to have munchies several times a day being diabetic.  Thus, go for healthier snack option.

Several doctors and clinics offers a diet chart as part of the diabetes treatment.

Exercise daily

Make out time every day for some exercise. Even if you are a busy person, try to dedicate at least 15-20 minutes each day, for at least five days in a week. If you are new to the whole concept, start with the free hand exercise before trying aerobics and other strenuous activities.

Eventually, increase the time and effort for the same.

Keep a track of sugar level

Also keep the blood sugar profile in check every 3- 4 months. Go for a preplanned fasting and PP, instead of a random sugar test for better evaluation. Start, an early screening, in case, any of your parents has diabetes as well. Similarly, ask your children to be more cautious as well, if you have it.

Have an adequate sleep

Sleep at least for 6 to 8 hours daily in order to give time to your body to recover and rejuvenate. For the same, make a sleep schedule and adhere to it for a week. Eventually, your body will adjust with this new sleeping ritual.

Lead a healthy lifestyle

Apart from the diabetic gene, your lifestyle contributes a lot for the same as well. It can delay or even mitigate your diabetes. Some of the healthy habits include Stop smoking and using other tobacco products, limiting the consumption of alcohol, and taking the medications as prescribed by the doctor.