Type 1, Type 2, and Gestational all have specific treatments for their types, but they also share similar treatments. For all types of diabetes, the main focus for the patients is to start eating healthy. There is no specific diabetes diet to follow, as long as you center your diet around fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains, as well as foods that are high in nutrition value and fiber and low in fat and calories it can help you towards a healthier life long term. As well as eating healthy, physical activity is another treatment that works well with all types of diabetes, as everyone needs exercise to lower blood sugar levels so the sugar moves into their cells and uses it for energy. Specific treatments are available for each individual type of diabetes, they are: • Type 1 Diabetes Treatment Type 1 diabetes’ main focus for treatment is insulin injections or the use of an insulin pump. Patients with type 1 diabetes will have to frequently check their blood sugar levels and carbohydrate counts to maintain healthy levels. • Type 2 Diabetes Treatment Treatment for type 2 diabetes mainly involves lifestyle changes, monitoring your blood sugar, and taking your diabetes medications and/or insulin regularly. • Gestational Diabetes Treatment Gestational diabetes treatment is focused on controlling your blood sugar levels and keeping your baby healthy while avoiding any complications during delivery. Other treatments include maintaining a healthy diet while exercising and your treatment plan may also include monitoring your blood sugar levels and in some cases using insulin or oral medications. While gestational diabetes usually goes away once you have given birth, you may still be at risk of developing type 2 diabetes later on in life.