Center on Psychiatric Disability and Co-Occurring Medical Conditions

Foot Care

An annual foot exam should test for diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) and
diabetic autonomic neuropathy (DAN)

Foot care

Taking care of your feet

Diabetic nerve damage

Healthy toot

Lifestyle change in nutrition & exercise

What is healthy eating?

Diabetes super foods

What are carbohydrates?

How many carbs in a day?

Eat more vegetables

Drink more water

How much water?

Understanding portion sizes

Using the plate method

Eating well on a budget

Read your food labels

Fast food alternatives

Controlling blood sugar

What affects blood sugar?

Signs of high blood sugar

Know the symptoms of
hyperglycemia

Signs of low blood sugar

Know the symptoms of
hypoglycemia

Common diabetes medications

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