The importance of sport for patients with type 1 diabetes
Professor Ottmar Moser stressed. The importance of sport for patients with type 1 diabetes. As it reduces the risk of death for them.
A German sports medicine specialist explained. It is ideal for type 1 diabetes patients. Combining muscle-strengthening exercises and endurance sports. Walking, jogging, cycling and swimming. This has a positive effect on the important HbA1c value, which indicates a cumulative glucose value.
And to achieve the desired benefit. Exercise at least 150 minutes per week. Taking into account that rest days should not exceed one day only.
In addition to practicing sports. The blood sugar level should also be controlled. By taking prescribed medications regularly. And adjusting the diet.