Staying Active Is Key to Diabetes Management

"By taking small steps, you might be able to start moving more and get back to doing the things that matter most to you."

—Kim Lyons, celebrity fitness trainer of The Biggest Loser

If you have Diabetic Nerve Pain, the thought of physical activity may seem hard at first. But even small steps can make a big difference.

First: A Word From Dr. Edelman

Staying active is an important part of any diabetes care program. This is especially true if you have a complication like Diabetic Nerve Pain. Why? Because it may be hard to keep your blood sugar levels close to the normal range without physical activity. In turn, you are more likely to develop more nerve damage if your blood sugar levels are raised over many months or years.

We are lucky to be able to offer great tips from Kim Lyons for adding healthy movement to your day. I hope you can include a few of her suggestions from her “Take the Next Step” video series into your daily lives. But remember to take it slow and easy in the beginning.

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Dr. Edelman is a leader in diabetes treatment, research, and especially education.

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