Ang mga taong may diabetes ay puwedeng mabuhay nang mahaba at malusog. Isang napakagandang simula ang pagkontrol sa tatlong kondisyong ito:
- Blood sugar (glucose)
- Presyon ng dugo
- Mga antas ng cholesterol
Maraming tao ang nakakaranas ng lahat ng kondisyong ito. Kapag may diabetes ka, mas mataas ang tsansa mong atakihin sa puso, ma-stroke, o pumalya ang bato. Pero kaya mong kontrolin ang iyong blood sugar, presyon ng dugo, at cholesterol. Mababawasan nito ang peligro mong magkasakit.
Itanong sa Iyong Primary Care Physician (PCP) ang Mga Tanong na Ito:
T. Ano ang ibig sabihin ng aking mga numero sa glucose, presyon ng dugo, at cholesterol?
T. Ano dapat ang mga ito?
T. Anong mga hakbang ang dapat kong gawin para maabot ang mga target na ito at mapanatili ang mga ito?
Magtabi ng Record.
Subaybayan ang iyong blood sugar (glucose), presyon ng dugo, at mga antas ng cholesterol.
Kumilos Ngayon.
- Kumain ng tamang dami ng mga pagkain gaya ng mga prutas, gulay, beans, at whole grains
- Kumain ng mga pagkaing hindi masyado maalat at mataba
- Magkaroon ng kahit man lang 30 minutong pisikal na aktibidad kada araw
- Magpanatili ng malusog na timbang. Itanong sa iyong primary care provider (PCP) ang iyong body mass index (BMI) at alamin kung pasok ito sa normal
- Huminto sa paninigarilyo. Itanong sa iyong PCP ang tungkol sa mga paraan para huminto
- Gumamit ng pillbox para makatulong sa regular mong pag-inom ng gamot araw-araw
- Magtabi ng updated na listahan ng lahat ng iyong medikasyon sa iyong purse o wallet
- Inumin ang mga gamot ayon sa direksyon ng iyong PCP o espesyalista. Kung sa tingin mo ay hindi umaayon ang isang gamot sa iyong katawan, sabihin ito sa iyong PCP
- Itanong sa iyong PCP ang tungkol sa araw-araw na pag-inom ng isang dosis ng aspirin
- Humingi ng tulong sa iyong mga kapamilya at kaibigan para sa mga pagsisikap mong maging malusog at manatiling malusog
Magtakda ng Mga Layunin.
Itala kung kailan tiningnan ng iyong doktor ang iyong paningin, paggana ng bato, at mga paa. Makipagtulungan sa iyong PCP, mga espesyalista, mga kaibigan, at mga kapamilya para abutin ang iyong mga layunin.
Huwag kalimutang kunin ang mga pagsusuring ito:
Blood Sugar (glucose)
Kilala rin ang A1C test bilang Hemoglobin A1C. Sinusukat nito ang iyong average na blood sugar sa nakalipas na tatlong buwan. Magpasuri sa loob ng kahit man lang dalawa hanggang apat na beses kada taon, depende sa iyong kalagayan. Iminumungkahing target na blood glucose: 7 pababa para sa A1C test.
Presyon ng Dugo
Nakakatulong ang pagdidiyeta at pag-eehersisyo. Posibleng kailangan mo rin ng gamot. Magpatingin sa bawat pagbisita. Puwedeng mag-iba-iba ang mga target na presyon ng dugo depende sa edad at kalusugan. Itanong sa iyong PCP kung ano ang tama para sa iyo.
Cholesterol
Ang cholesterol ay isang uri ng fat sa dugo. Nakakatulong ang pagdidiyeta at pag-eehersisyo. Puwedeng kailangan din ng gamot. Magpasuri sa loob ng kahit dalawang beses kada taon. Puwedeng mag-iba-iba ang ideyal na cholesterol ayon sa tao. Itanong sa iyong PCP kung ano ang tama para sa iyo.
Mga Regular at Dilated Eye Exam
Magpasuri nang isang beses kada taon sa isang espesyalista sa mata.
Pagsusuri para sa Sakit sa Bato
Magpasuri para sa protein (Albumin) sa iyong ihi at magpasuri para sa buildup ng mga substance sa iyong dugo nang kahit man lang isang beses kada taon.
Mga Pagsusuri sa Paa
Ipasuri ang iyong mga paa kada pagbisita.
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What You Need to Know about Cholesterol
Too much cholesterol can lead to heart disease. But it’s never too late or too early to manage your cholesterol levels.
Talk to your doctor to get a screening. Also ask about ways to take care of your heart and live a healthier life.
The facts
Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance in your bloodstream. It’s used to build new cells and digest food. Some is good. But too much is bad.
Q. Where does cholesterol come from?
A. Some of it comes from foods like whole milk, cheese, meat and butter. Heredity (genes) also can play a role. For example, if some of your relatives have or had high cholesterol, you may be at a higher risk.
Q. What are the different types of cholesterol?
A. The different types are:
Too much cholesterol can lead to heart disease. But it’s never too late or too early to manage your cholesterol levels.
Talk to your doctor to get a screening. Also ask about ways to take care of your heart and live a healthier life.
The facts
Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance in your bloodstream. It’s used to build new cells and digest food. Some is good. But too much is bad.
Q. Where does cholesterol come from?
A. Some of it comes from foods like whole milk, cheese, meat and butter. Heredity (genes) also can play a role. For example, if some of your relatives have or had high cholesterol, you may be at a higher risk.
Q. What are the different types of cholesterol?
A. The different types are:
- TC (total cholesterol): The total amount of all cholesterol in your blood — too much increases your risk of heart disease
- LDL cholesterol: Known as “bad” cholesterol, LDL can attach itself to the walls of your bloodstream, causing blockage that can lead to heart disease or stroke
- HDL cholesterol: Known as “good” cholesterol, HDL flushes away the LDL cholesterol
- TG (triglycerides): The body’s storage form for fat
Exercise: You can do it
Regular exercise can help. It raises the “good” (HDL) and lowers the “bad” (LDL). Try to get 20 minutes of moderate activity three days a week.
Tips to increase activity
• Start small. Work up to increasing the duration and intensity of activities.
• Choose fun activities. Add variety so you don’t get bored.
• Walk as often as possible. Park farther away or take the stairs, not the elevator.
• Vacuum or do yard work. These and other household chores are exercise too!
Remember to ask your doctor what exercise is right for you.
Tips for healthy eating:
Good Foods to Eat
Daily eats Healthy snacks When dining out
• Whole-grain cereals
• Fresh fruit and vegetables
• Fish
• Chicken • Fruits and vegetables
• Unsalted pretzels
• Low-fat microwave popcorn
• Juices, sorbets, nonfat yogurt • Choose broiled or baked foods, not fried
• Avoid creamy salad dressings
• Ask for sauce or gravy on the side to avoid excess portions
Medications you need to know
Even when you change your diet and exercise habits, you may need medication. There are many medications available to help you save money and lower cholesterol levels, such as:
Regular exercise can help. It raises the “good” (HDL) and lowers the “bad” (LDL). Try to get 20 minutes of moderate activity three days a week.
Tips to increase activity
• Start small. Work up to increasing the duration and intensity of activities.
• Choose fun activities. Add variety so you don’t get bored.
• Walk as often as possible. Park farther away or take the stairs, not the elevator.
• Vacuum or do yard work. These and other household chores are exercise too!
Remember to ask your doctor what exercise is right for you.
Tips for healthy eating:
Good Foods to Eat
Daily eats Healthy snacks When dining out
• Whole-grain cereals
• Fresh fruit and vegetables
• Fish
• Chicken • Fruits and vegetables
• Unsalted pretzels
• Low-fat microwave popcorn
• Juices, sorbets, nonfat yogurt • Choose broiled or baked foods, not fried
• Avoid creamy salad dressings
• Ask for sauce or gravy on the side to avoid excess portions
Medications you need to know
Even when you change your diet and exercise habits, you may need medication. There are many medications available to help you save money and lower cholesterol levels, such as:
- Simvastatin
- Lofibra® or Fenofibrate
- Gemfibrozil
It’s important to get your cholesterol checked. Talk to your doctor to find out how often you should be tested and what steps you can take to improve your levels.
TOTAL CHOLESTEROL
Desirable......................Less than 200 mg/dL
Borderline High............200–239 mg/dL
High..............................240 mg/dL and above
LDL CHOLESTEROL
Remember: The lower the LDL, the better!
Optimal.........................Less than 100 mg/dL
Near Optimal................100–129 mg/dL
Borderline High.............130–159 mg/dL
High...............................160–189 mg/dL
Very High.......................190 mg/dL and above
HDL CHOLESTEROL
Tandaan: Kung mas mataas ang HDL, mas maganda!
Mababa.................................40 mg/dL
Mataas................................60 mg/dL pataas
Source: National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP)
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