How important is a proactive attitude for my diabetes management?

A proactive attitude for diabetes management is crucial, as the disease requires long-term commitment and vigilance; learning to live with it and avoid complications can be empowering. Watch as endocrinologist Reza Yavari, MD, explains this concept.

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Knowing what you're going to have as a snack or a meal, knowing when you're going to exercise and how you're going to do it and with whom,

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it not only gives you more effective results, but it gives you a sense of control and well being. [CHEERFUL MUSIC]

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Diabetes is a chronic condition that requires long-term commitment.

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People with diabetes have to be engaged in their health. And they have to remain proactive forever.

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So learn about diabetes. And learn about how you can be ahead

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of it, such as good nutrition, exercise, the latest developments, the best medications.

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Talk to your doctor and be proactive about what to do. Don't chase the complications of diabetes.

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Be ahead and avoid them. By being proactive, for example, knowing what you're going to have as a snack or a meal,

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knowing when you're going to exercise and how you're going to do it and with whom, it not only gives you more effective results

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but it gives you a sense of control and well being that diabetes did not totally ruin your life,

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that you can learn to live with it and get the best results. Being proactive is often very empowering.