Traveling can present lots of challenges for people who have been diagnosed with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes.
Eating right or healthily and exercising are very important for managing your diabetes, but they can both be a challenge when you're on vacation.
You will likely be eating different food than you would at home, and you may not have access to your normal exercise routine.
Taking diabetes supplies with you and changing time zones can also be difficult.
Here are some ideas to help you stay safe and manage your diabetes when you are on vacation...
Before Traveling.
Before you leave, talk to your doctor and explain your travel plans.
He or she can give you advice on how to adjust your insulin schedule if you'll be changing time zones.
You'll also want to purchase additional insulin and extra supplies of all your medications and take along with you a letter from your doctor explaining you are diabetic.
If you will be flying or traveling on a cruise ship, contact the company ahead of time and request diabetic-friendly meals.
You can also do research on the internet on the surrounding area where you'll be staying to find healthy restaurants nearby to eat, and gyms where you can go to exercise.
During Travel.
For air travel, pack your diabetes supplies in your carry-on luggage in case your checked luggage becomes delayed.
When you go through security, explain you have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes.
You can find a list on the Transportation Security Administration website on what diabetic supplies you are permitted to take with you on the airplane.
While traveling, test your blood sugar more often than normal.
You will also want to pack snacks so you will always have something with you in case you develop low blood sugar and don't have a meal to eat at the prescribed time.
After You Arrive.
Once you arrive, adjust your insulin schedule if needed.
And while you're on vacation, try to stick to your meal plan and exercise routine as much as possible.
Find restaurants with healthy food options that will fit in with your meal plan.
You can still have sweets or dessert once in a while - just have a small portion.
Vacation is also a good time to find fun ways to exercise! Take a walk on the beach or ride a bike around and explore the area where you're staying.
If you have foot complications, pack two different pairs of shoes to prevent blisters and sore spots.
Overall, you should still be able to travel with diabetes.
Keep managing your blood sugar well, and you will be able to enjoy yourself on vacation!
Eating right or healthily and exercising are very important for managing your diabetes, but they can both be a challenge when you're on vacation.
You will likely be eating different food than you would at home, and you may not have access to your normal exercise routine.
Taking diabetes supplies with you and changing time zones can also be difficult.
Here are some ideas to help you stay safe and manage your diabetes when you are on vacation...
Before Traveling.
Before you leave, talk to your doctor and explain your travel plans.
He or she can give you advice on how to adjust your insulin schedule if you'll be changing time zones.
You'll also want to purchase additional insulin and extra supplies of all your medications and take along with you a letter from your doctor explaining you are diabetic.
If you will be flying or traveling on a cruise ship, contact the company ahead of time and request diabetic-friendly meals.
You can also do research on the internet on the surrounding area where you'll be staying to find healthy restaurants nearby to eat, and gyms where you can go to exercise.
During Travel.
For air travel, pack your diabetes supplies in your carry-on luggage in case your checked luggage becomes delayed.
When you go through security, explain you have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes.
You can find a list on the Transportation Security Administration website on what diabetic supplies you are permitted to take with you on the airplane.
While traveling, test your blood sugar more often than normal.
You will also want to pack snacks so you will always have something with you in case you develop low blood sugar and don't have a meal to eat at the prescribed time.
After You Arrive.
Once you arrive, adjust your insulin schedule if needed.
And while you're on vacation, try to stick to your meal plan and exercise routine as much as possible.
Find restaurants with healthy food options that will fit in with your meal plan.
You can still have sweets or dessert once in a while - just have a small portion.
Vacation is also a good time to find fun ways to exercise! Take a walk on the beach or ride a bike around and explore the area where you're staying.
If you have foot complications, pack two different pairs of shoes to prevent blisters and sore spots.
Overall, you should still be able to travel with diabetes.
Keep managing your blood sugar well, and you will be able to enjoy yourself on vacation!
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