ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – Health experts say physical activity is one of the pillars for diabetes management.
According to UW Health Nurse Practitioner Dhara Mehta, exercise improves blood sugar control by improving how well the body responds to insulin. She says that’s key to allowing the muscle cells to absorb glucose and convert it into energy. This leads to improved blood sugars and overall A1c.
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) emphasizes both aerobic and resistance training, along with flexibility and balance exercises for both adults and older adults…