If you have been recently diagnosed with having sugar diabetes, also known as Type 2 diabetes, it is extremely risky to leave yourself open to complications if you leave your blood sugar levels unchecked.
Even though you are you are probably feeling scared right now and do not like the way that diabetic drugs are making you feel, don't let your constant fear and emotions rob you of making the effort to control your blood sugar.
It is vitally important for you to keep your blood sugar levels in balance.
Reduce your risk to extreme consequences and follow your doctors recommendations until you can gain control of the shock you are feeling right now.
Once that is accomplished you can find out some alternative but very effective strategies for maintaining normal blood sugar levels without the need for taking a lot of insulin shots.
You CAN learn some healthy lifestyle changes and diet advice that will help you stay in control so you can lead a healthy normal life.
For right now though, you should know that you are at risk for some very damaging conditions that can arise out of unchecked blood sugar levels..
Step # 1 The first step to take to minimize your risk of complications is to make a commitment to yourself to manage your diabetes.
Your doctor and other health care professionals on your team will help you learn what the basic necessary care is that you need to take.
They will be there for you to offer their support.
Step# 2 Learn all you can about diabetes.
Learn what healthy eating habits are and what types of physical activities you need to participate in on a daily basis.
Learn how to monitor your blood sugar levels and what the healthy target range is.
You can learn all about diabetes by asking your doctor or by reading information in various ebooks that have been written especially with you in mind.
There is a ton of information about diabetes that can easily be found online.
Step # 3 Guard the health of your teeth.
If you have diabetes you will be prone to gum infections that can lead to complications.
Reduce your risk for gum disease by brushing your teeth twice a day.
It is vitally important to floss your teeth at least once a day.
If you gums begin to look red or swollen or they begin to bleed, schedule a dental appointment for a check up.
Talk to your dentist about the fact that you have diabetes; he can offer some good advice on better dental care.
Step # 4 Take special care of your feet.
Letting blood sugar levels go unchecked can cause the nerves in your feet to experience a reduced blood flow because your veins and arteries can narrow.
Do not leave cuts and blisters untreated.
There is a great risk of gangrene setting in for those who have diabetes.

• Wash your feet daily in lukewarm water.
  
• Dry your feet gently, especially between the toes.
  
• Moisturize your feet and ankles with lotion.
  
• Check your feet daily for blisters, cuts, sores, redness or swelling.
  
• If you have a sore or other foot problem that doesn't start to heal within a few days go in and have your doctor look at it.
  

Step # 5 Remember to keep yearly regular eye exams.
Routine eye exams are vitally important if you want to reduce your risk of going blind due to complications arising out of continued high blood sugar levels.
Your eye care specialist will be checking for signs of retinal damage, cataracts and glaucoma that can respond to treatment if caught in time.
If you are like other diabetics, the experience of reduced circulation and vision and constant need for insulin shots can serve as a constant reminder that you have this disease, almost like you have a warm gun at your head all the time.
The worst risk you can take is that of leaving your diabetes unchecked.
There are ways to balance your body to a normal blood sugar and healthy insulin level.
The biggest step of all is discovering ways to naturally control these levels by the foods you eat the diet you keep.