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Managing a chronic condition like type 2 diabetes requires your full attention. You need to stay on top of what you eat, how much you exercise—even how much you sleep. And with all those “musts” it can be easy to slip up. Falling into bad health habits can lead to dangerous complications, such as kidney and nerve damage, vision problems, heart health issues and more. That's why it’s crucial to be vigilant and not let a little lapse turn into a routine.
Rosemary Thuet, MSN, RN, registered nurse and Director of Education at MountainView Hospital in Las Vegas, lets us in on why getting a handle on these six not-so-healthy habits can help you better manage type 2 diabetes.
Sources: Mayo Clinic. “Nutrition and healthy eati... + 4
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- Mayo Clinic. “Foods and Sleep."
