One of the most important things you need to do to manage Type 2 Diabetes is watching what you eat. Counting calories and eating smaller meals more often throughout the day will help keep your blood glucose levels more regular and eating healthier with more vegetables and fruits will help maintain weight. Eating no sugar or low sugar items, counting carbs and eating lower fat items are also necessary. There are many sources online to help you regulate your eating habits by offering low sugar, low fat recipes and menu plans. Eating leaner buffalo meats has been adopted by some Indian tribes as part of their diet as they have high rates of Type 2 Diabetes among their people. Buffalo burger can replace beef burger in any recipe and also helps lower cholesterol. Range fed Elk meat is also a low fat substitute for beef.

Exercise is the next most important factor to regulate diabetes. Walking is easy and studies have shown that over time walkers will catch up to joggers in weight loss as the joggers will hit a peak. There are also diabetes medications that can help you feel better and help maintain your heath.