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Why is educating patients an important part of diabetes management?

Educating patients is an important part of diabetes management, since nutrition and exercise has a direct impact; organization is also crucial to managing the disease. Endocrinologist Reza Yavari, MD, discusses why diabetes education is vital.


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  • How important is a proactive attitude for my diabetes management?

  • Why should I see an endocrinologist if I have diabetes?

  • Who should be on my diabetes healthcare team?

  • How can I communicate best with my diabetes care providers?

  • Why is healthy muscle mass important if I have diabetes?

  • How can I avoid emotional eating if I have diabetes?

  • Are whole body exercises useful for people with diabetes?

  • What are the best foods for lowering blood sugar?

  • How is my body mass index (BMI) related to my risk of diabetes?

  • 3 reasons to try a type 2 diabetes self-management education program

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