How should diabetes be treated?

Diabetes mellitus is a group of metabolic diseases characterized by chronic hyperglycemia due to multiple etiologies and caused by defects in insulin secretion and/or utilization. Diabetes mellitus can be treated through diet and exercise as well as the use of hypoglycemic drugs and other ways of integrated treatment, the specific hypoglycemic program need to consult a professional physician. 1. Diet: Diabetic patients need to control the total calorie content of food in their diet, distribute nutrients reasonably, eat small meals, reduce the intake of high-calorie food such as fried chicken, potato chips, cakes, etc., and eat more fresh vegetables and low-glycemic fruits, such as spinach and apples. 2. Moderate exercise: regular exercise can increase insulin sensitivity and help control blood sugar. You can choose aerobic exercise such as brisk walking, jogging, cycling and swimming. 3. Use of medication: Diabetic patients can choose oral hypoglycemic drugs such as metformin and acarbose or subcutaneous insulin injection to control blood glucose as prescribed by doctors. It is recommended that diabetic patients be treated under the guidance of a professional physician.