Why - and How - to Squeeze in Exercise for Diabetes

SPECIAL REPORT Thursday, December 18, 2014 Managing Diabetes: Simple Tips for an Active Lifestyle SHARE IT:

Physical activity is important to managing diabetes well. When you're active, you burn glucose (sugar), and burning the calories from sugar is crucial to managing your weight. The math is simple: Burn more calories than you consume and you'll lose weight; stay active and the weight you lost won't creep back on. Another good reason for an active lifestyle? Diabetes can affect your blood vessels and increase your risk for heart disease. The U.S. Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health notes that people who are sedentary are nearly twice as likely to develop heart disease as those who are active. Get two more benefits of exercise for diabetes, along with easy ways to get moving more. Read the full article at EverydayHealth.com »