If overweight, a weight loss may reduce the amount of insulin needed. Discuss diet and any reservations about eating certain foods with a physician or dietician. Always keep a snack on hand. Make it a habit to always keep a few hard candies handy for emergencies. Plan all meals beforehand and schedule insulin usage.
Scheduling is of the utmost importance when managing juvenile diabetes.
Do not be lax about checking blood sugar. You may need to perform the test up to four times a day or as your physician instructs. Keep glucose meter and test strips nearby when away from home. Learn how the proper way to give yourself insulin injections. Never inject the same spot twice in a row.