Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus

Lifestyle Modifications:

1. Reduce weight if overweight.
2. Physical activity most days of the week.
3. Reduce dietary fat (<30%) and protein (10-20%).
4. Increase dietary fibre (20-35 g/day).
5. Limit carbohydrate intake (50-60%).
6. Quit smoking.
7. Limit alcohol consumption (<2 drinks/day in males and < 1 drink/day in females.
8. Diligent foot care.

Type 1 Diabetes Medication Use Guidelines

Management of Hyperglycemia in Type 2 Diabetes