Diabetes And Exercise - Compatible But Not Always

Physical inability is one of the risk factors when one has the
diabetes disorder, hence, diabetes and exercise must go hand in hand.
The correlation between diabetes and exercise is the ability of the
latter to prolong the life of the afflicted, while the lack of
exercise on the other hand can lead to diabetes.

Diabetes is having high blood sugar level due to the non-conversion of
glucose to energy from the food that we eat like sugar and
starches.Nevertheless we can also high blood sugar levels
(hyperglycemia) if sugar and starches are not burned naturally via
exercise.

*How does a Diabetic Benefit from Exercise?*

1. Improved blood circulation in the arms and the legs.

2. Reduced cholesterol level and high blood pressure. This will
prevent stroke or heart attack.

3. You will maintain the ideal weight by burning the calories or
better yet, lose weight.

4. Helps the body react to insulin which could even lead to the
elimination of medication.

5. Relief from stress brought about by the diabetes disease.

However, before you engage in any particular form of exercise, better
see your doctor for the proper exercise program.

*When is the Appropriate Time to Exercise?*

According to the results conducted by the Quebec Heart Institute,
there is a considerable reduction in the blood glucose if exercise is
done from 4 to 5 hours after eating the last meal.

Therefore, if lunch is taken at 12:00 o'clock noon, the ideal time to
exercise is from 4 to 5 in the afternoon. The research also
discourages exercise before taking your breakfast.

*Diabetes and Exercises that are Best and Effective*

Ideally, diabetics should exercise everyday for at least 30 minutes up
to 1 hour, if possible.

If you're suffering from diabetes, you can choose between aerobic and
anaerobic exercises:

a. Aerobic- In this type of exercise, the body uses more oxygen due to
the steady exercise for a period of time. The results expected are
lower blood lipids, stronger heart and lungs and lower blood pressure.
Other forms of exercises may include swimming, brisk walking, jogging,
cycling, skiing, and dancing.

b. Anaerobic- This exercise relies mostly on muscles at high rate but
shorter period of time hence, the effect on the blood sugar level is
not substantial. Examples are weightlifting, sprinting or any other
sports that require rapid burst of exercise.

*There are 3 categories of anaerobic exercises:*

1. Isotonic- This exercise aims to enhance power, muscle strength and
endurance by means of pulling, lifting or pushing different weights at
steady speed. Examples are lifting of weights or dumbbells; and
springs and bands.

2. Isometric- This is based on muscle contraction on immovable object
to strengthen the muscle tension like pushing a wall. This is
currently used in rehabilitation purposes.

3. Calisthenics- This exercise does not require the use of weights but
helps to be more flexible and boost body strength. Examples are
push-ups, sit-ups and squats.

*When is Exercise not Beneficial to the Diabetic?*

Generally, diabetes and exercises have a compatible correlation.
However, there are times that exercise is not applicable. If your
blood sugar rose higher than your blood sugar level at the time that
your diabetes was diagnosed, it would be better to temporarily suspend
routine exercise and refer the matter to your doctor.

Although sugar levels may vary per laboratory, the normal blood sugar
level is 100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dl). At a pre-diabetic stage
it may range from 100 mg/dl to 125 mg/dl. Persons suffering from
diabetics have 126 mg/dl or higher.

Hence, if in spite of regular exercises your blood sugar level does
not improve or becomes higher, it would be best for you to stop the
exercise routine and consult your physician.

Exercise should also be aided by proper diet to attain good results
and only forms part of a natural cure. Thus, diabetes and exercise
plus a diabetic's diet can prolong and promote a better life despite
diabetes.

*Alvin Hopkinson is a leading health researcher in the area of natural
remedies and diabetes natural treatment. Discover how you can reverse
your diabetes for good using proven and effective home remedies, all
without using harmful medications or drugs. Visit his site now at
http://www.minusdiabetes.com*

_By: *Alvin Hopkinson*_

*About the Author:*

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He had published many health articles online, is a platinum expert
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