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Diabetes Management: Pattern Management and Carbohydrate CountingNow, a Health Minute.To help manage your diabetes, you can use a method called pattern management.Pattern management means keeping track of your blood sugar results and information that may affect your blood sugar, like: how much carbohydrate you eat and when; how often you exercise; what medicines you take, including insulin; and if you are sick or stressed.This information will help you identify patterns in your blood sugar levels so you can figure out why your blood sugar is out of your target range at certain times. Then you can take steps to correct it.How often you check your blood sugar depends on your goals and care plan. It's better to check your blood sugar at key times rather than checking a lot.Talk to your diabetes care team about how often you should check your blood sugar levels and see if pattern management is right for you.This program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.© The Wellness Network
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