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From the thread diabetes and fitness in the Fitness forum:

Exercise is a key component of a healthy diabetes treatment regimen, but when insulin is involved -- even in a person with type 2 diabetes -- precautions should be taken. Before embarking on an exercise program, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) emphasizes that a person with type 2 diabetes should be evaluated for cardiovascular disease or other conditions that might contraindicate certain types of exercise. It is important that the exercise program be individualized on the basis of findings of the evaluation as well as the therapy regimen.

Posted on November 18, 2008 10:16

From the thread What are Your Top 10 Natural/Alternative Supplements for Lowering Blood Sugar in the Food forum:

Drinking plenty of water is another way to lower blood sugar levels. Drinking at least eight glasses of water per day will also flush harmful toxins from the body, help with weight loss, and keep the skin healthy. Recent research has shown that certain herbs can help lower blood sugar levels as well. Taking ginseng after meals has been shown to regulate blood sugar levels. Other helpful herbs include yarrow, huckleberries, cinnamon powder, and licorice extract.

Posted on November 18, 2008 10:03