Can you control Type II diabetes with diet?

The secret to managing type 2 diabetes isn't found in a pill. In most cases, the best way to treat type 2 diabetes is by practicing healthy habits on a regular basis. read more

You can also call on a partner to help you stay the course. Whitney Bischoff, a registered nurse in Seguin, TX, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at age 48. Now 61, Bischoff says her disease has changed how she and her husband spend time together. read more

Deciding when diet and exercise are not enough (and when medications are needed) will be up to your healthcare provider. If you have pre-diabetes, diet and exercise would be a good option to help prevent diabetes. read more

Exercise Regularly as Part of Your Type 2 Diabetes Treatment Plan. Even without losing a pound, you can help keep type 2 diabetes under control with exercise. “When you do physical activity, such as walking, your muscle contractions push glucose out of your blood into your cells,” explains McLaughlin. The result: better blood sugar levels. read more