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Diabetes type 2
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Hi Urmila, welcome to the forum 🙂 Although it is a serious condition, if well-controlled diabetes does not have to stop your mother from doing anything she wants to. Some things might need a bit more planning, and there may be some modifications to diet, but often this is a good thing - the diet does not have to be restrictive, and a diet which is healthy for people with diabetes is one which is healthy for everyone! Regular, daily exercise is very beneficial.
I would suggest reading Jennifer's Advice and Maggie Davey's letter, and getting a copy of the excellent Type 2 Diabetes: The First Year by Gretchen Becker. These will all give you and her a good grounding in what it is all about, what to expect, and how to deal with things.
Has your mother been given any medication for her diabetes?
I would suggest reading Jennifer's Advice and Maggie Davey's letter, and getting a copy of the excellent Type 2 Diabetes: The First Year by Gretchen Becker. These will all give you and her a good grounding in what it is all about, what to expect, and how to deal with things.
Has your mother been given any medication for her diabetes?
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