At Health Mart, we've created the Diabetes Life Center to give people with diabetes easy access to important information about the disease. In addition to some simple tips outlined below, your local Health Mart pharmacist can talk to you about specific ways you can manage your diabetes.

Taking control of diabetes starts with four simple steps:

1. WEIGHT CONTROL: Life Changes in eating habits, physical activity and attitudes about food and weight are essential to weight management and healthy living.

2. MOVEMENT: One of the top tools available to improve your diabetes control, only physical activity provides a hose of benefits for you quality of life, blood glucose control, and overall mental & physical health

3. SUPPORT: Seek support to maintain control of your diabetes and to enjoy your life to the fullest. Whether your main support comes from your spose, a close friend, your physician, or a diabetes support group, there are people who care and can help.

4. MANAGEMENT & CONTROL: Monitoring your blood sugar levels, managing your diet, medication adherence and a good relationship with a trusted physician are all important in effectivly managing your diabetes

Your local Health Mart has an in-store Diabetes Life Center that includes comprehensive solutions for controlling diabetes, and additional education and resources

Diabetes Visit your local HealthMart Pharmacy for more information aon controlling your diabetes