Exer- cise is especially good for people with diabetes. Exercise usually lowers blood sugar. That helps your body use its food supply better. Also, exercise may help insulin work better. If you are overweight, exercise, plus careful attention to diet, can help take off extra pounds.
Exercise is important in many other ways.
It improves the flow of blood through the small blood vessels and increases your heart's pumping power. The right exercise program may make you look and feel better. Your health-care provider can help you decide what kinds of exercise, and how much exercise, are best suited to your needs. If your blood sugar control is poor, do not exercise. Get medical advice first.