Diabetes is one of the most common conditions in the Hispanic community, but with the right management you can live a full, active life. This guide explains the essentials in simple terms.
Know your numbers
The first step is knowing where you stand. Your doctor will help you understand:
- Fasting glucose: your sugar level when you wake up.
- Hemoglobin A1c: your average sugar over the last 3 months.
- Blood pressure and cholesterol: these often go hand in hand with diabetes.
Food is your medicine
It's not about giving up what you love, but about balance. Some tips:
- Cut back on sugary drinks and sodas.
- Choose moderate portions of tortilla, rice and bread.
- Fill half your plate with vegetables.
- Drink water instead of juice.
Move every day
A 30-minute walk a day helps lower your sugar and makes you feel better. You don't need a gym: walk, dance or take the stairs.
Follow-up makes the difference
Poorly managed diabetes can damage the kidneys, eyesight and heart. That's why regular follow-up with your doctor is key to adjusting treatment in time.
Count on us
At Clínica Hispana Mangum we have a diabetes management program in Spanish, with same-day lab work and a personalized plan. Call us at (832) 906-8551 and take control of your health.
