The more you know about your diabetes and how to control your blood sugar levels, the better off you will be. Below are tips for managing your diabetes at your workplace. Organization and planning are important keys.
Never skip breakfast
- Prepare breakfast, either at home or on-the-go, the night before
Educate your co-workers and supervisors on diabetes
- If you experience low blood sugar levels, explain the signs (e.g., shakiness, confusion, sweating) and treatment (e.g., small box of raisins, ½ cup regular soda, ½ cup orange juice, 6 Lifesavers®
Bring your lunch or know the healthy choices at area restaurants or the cafeteria
Bring snacks
- Nuts
- Juice boxes
- Individual fruit cups
- Individual sugar-free gelatin cups
- Sweetener
- Sugar-free chewing gum
Wear a diabetes ID bracelet or necklace
Keep moving
- Leave a pair of walking shoes at work to use at lunchtime
- For sitting jobs, get up every hour and walk for 5 minutes
Manage stress
- Deep breathing
- Meditation
- Short walk