Teenager

While most young people with diabetes are likely to suffer from Type 1, an increasing number is being diagnosed with Type 2. Speak to your healthcare professional to find out more about your condition.

Tips & Guidelines:

• You will need to keep your blood glucose levels under control. Use a suitable meter to help you find out how your favourite meals can affect your blood glucose. If it rises too quickly, consider incorporating lower GI foods into your diet.
• If your meal times are irregular, test your blood glucose to see if your levels are safe or if you need a snack to keep going. Ask your healthcare professional how testing can help you balance a smaller food intake with your insulin dose.
• You don’t have to give up your dreams of becoming a professional athlete when you have diabetes. Exercise helps improve your body’s sensitivity to insulin and blood glucose control. Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly and carry carbohydrate snacks as needed.
• Go out and have fun partying with your friends! Be sure to party smart by eating before you drink, and bring a friend who understands your condition so that he or she can watch over you. Keep a snack with you at all times, just in case.