You should stop smoking as soon as possible. It's probably okay to drink some alcohol. But it's best not to have more than about 1 serving a day with a meal. If you drink on an empty stomach, you risk causing a drop in your blood sugar. Exercising is especially good for people who have diabetes because it can help the body better use insulin, resulting in a lower blood sugar level.
Exercise also seems to make people feel better about themselves and feel less anxious.
Talk with your doctor about starting an exercise program. He or she can help you make a plan. It's a blood test your doctor may do. One common type of glycosylated hemoglobin is hemoglobin A 1c . A 1c level helps show how well your blood sugar has been controlled during the previous 6 to 8 weeks.