Why should diabetics exercise?

Exercise is good for everyone and is an important tool in managing your diabetes. It can be just as useful as diabetes medicine or planning your diet.
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Improves blood sugar control and regulation
Improves blood sugar control and regulation
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Improves physical fitness
Improves physical fitness
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May help reduce the amount of oral insulin medication needed
May help reduce the amount of oral insulin medication needed
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Increases your strength and ease of movements
Increases your strength and ease of movements
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Improves blood circulation
Improves blood circulation
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Reduces risk of heart disease
Reduces risk of heart disease
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Decreases blood pressure
Decreases blood pressure
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Helps you lose and maintain weight
Helps you lose and maintain weight
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Gives a feeling of well being
Gives a feeling of well being
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Relieves stress