Diabetes Information

Cholesterol Control

Heart disease is the number one complication of diabetes. Keeping your cholesterol levels in check - through diet, exercise and medication - is essential.

"Bad" LDL Cholesterol: below 100

"Good" HDL Cholesterol: above 45 for men & 55 for women

Triglycerides: below 150

Check-up Chart

Frequency	What to check
2 - 4 times per year	A1C test
2 times per year	Blood pressure Foot check Weight check
1 time per year	Cholesterol and triglyceride tests Complete foot exam Dental exam Dilated eye exam Flu shot Urine and blood test, to check for kidney problems

Consult your doctor before beginning any weight loss or exercise program.

Nearly 25.8 million Americans have type 2 diabetes or type 1, called juvenile diabetes.

Losing 5- 7% of your body weight can slow the progression or even reverse type 2 diabetes. Research shows that a combination of regular moderate exercise and a healthy diet is most effective in reaching your goals.

Glucose Control

According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), your glucose levels should be:

• Before Meals: 70-130
• 1-2 hrs after the start of a meal: Below 180