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Diabetes & Swimming Health Facts



Diabetes and Swimming Health Facts

When it comes to diabetes and swimming is one of the best exercises that you can do to improve your physical health. However, if you have to treat your diabetes with insult you should talk to your doctor first so you can know what you have to do to manage your insulin while you swim.

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Diabetes & Swimming Health

You also want to check your blood sugar a half hour before you swim. Finally, make sure that you wear the right footwear when being around water so you don't slip.

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Key Takeaways:

  • Swimming can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and assist in managing blood sugar levels.
  • Diabetes sufferers should carry hypo treatments and a diabetes ID, and should check for cuts or scrapes.
  • Diabetes sufferers should be wary of swimming in really cold water and be prepared when swimming abroad.

"Read on to find out more about diabetes and swimming, including what precautions you should take at the pool, and how swimming can help manage your blood sugar levels."

Read more: https://www.swimming.org/justswim/diabetes-and-swimming/

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Richard



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