{"id":4135,"date":"2019-11-13T17:07:09","date_gmt":"2019-11-13T11:37:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/?p=4135"},"modified":"2024-01-30T13:22:17","modified_gmt":"2024-01-30T07:52:17","slug":"diabetes-caregivers-7-ways-to-support-a-loved-one-manage-diabetes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-caregivers-7-ways-to-support-a-loved-one-manage-diabetes\/","title":{"rendered":"Diabetes Caregivers &#8211; 7 Ways to Support a Loved One Manage Diabetes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-caregivers-7-ways-to-support-a-loved-one-manage-diabetes\/#How_Can_Diabetes_Caregivers_Help_a_Person_with_Diabetes\" title=\"How Can Diabetes Caregivers Help a Person with Diabetes?\">How Can Diabetes Caregivers Help a Person with Diabetes?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-caregivers-7-ways-to-support-a-loved-one-manage-diabetes\/#1_Encourage_healthy_eating\" title=\"1. Encourage healthy eating\">1. Encourage healthy eating<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-caregivers-7-ways-to-support-a-loved-one-manage-diabetes\/#Read_More_Healthy_Indian_Winter_Vegetable_Recipes\" title=\"Read More: Healthy Indian Winter Vegetable Recipes\">Read More: Healthy Indian Winter Vegetable Recipes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-caregivers-7-ways-to-support-a-loved-one-manage-diabetes\/#2_Offer_diabetes_family_support_and_attend_diabetes_support_group_meetings_with_them\" title=\"2. Offer diabetes family support and attend diabetes support group meetings with them\">2. Offer diabetes family support and attend diabetes support group meetings with them<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-caregivers-7-ways-to-support-a-loved-one-manage-diabetes\/#3_Learn_more_about_diabetes\" title=\"3. Learn more about diabetes\">3. Learn more about diabetes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-caregivers-7-ways-to-support-a-loved-one-manage-diabetes\/#4_Be_observant_and_look_out_for_signs_of_hypoglycemiahyperglycemia\" title=\"4. Be observant and look out for signs of hypoglycemia\/hyperglycemia\">4. Be observant and look out for signs of hypoglycemia\/hyperglycemia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-caregivers-7-ways-to-support-a-loved-one-manage-diabetes\/#_5_Be_positive_and_motivate_them_to_stay_positive\" title=\"\u00a05. Be positive and motivate them to stay positive\">\u00a05. Be positive and motivate them to stay positive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-caregivers-7-ways-to-support-a-loved-one-manage-diabetes\/#6_Dont_blame_or_judge_them_instead_understand_them\" title=\"6. Don\u2019t blame or judge them, instead, understand them\">6. Don\u2019t blame or judge them, instead, understand them<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-caregivers-7-ways-to-support-a-loved-one-manage-diabetes\/#7_Know_when_to_step_back\" title=\"7. Know when to step back\">7. Know when to step back<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-caregivers-7-ways-to-support-a-loved-one-manage-diabetes\/#Diabetes_Caregivers_%E2%80%93_Dos_and_Donts_While_Supporting_Your_Loved_Ones\" title=\"Diabetes Caregivers &#8211; Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts While Supporting Your Loved Ones\">Diabetes Caregivers &#8211; Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts While Supporting Your Loved Ones<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-caregivers-7-ways-to-support-a-loved-one-manage-diabetes\/#Diabetes_Caregivers_%E2%80%93_Dos\" title=\"Diabetes Caregivers &#8211; Do\u2019s\">Diabetes Caregivers &#8211; Do\u2019s<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-caregivers-7-ways-to-support-a-loved-one-manage-diabetes\/#Diabetes_Caregivers_%E2%80%93_Donts\" title=\"Diabetes Caregivers &#8211; Don\u2019ts\">Diabetes Caregivers &#8211; Don\u2019ts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">The possibility of knowing someone living with diabetes is higher. The condition, which affects a significant number in the world, is demanding and at times, needs support from peers and family. In fact, a helping hand at the right moment from loved ones can help to manage diabetes easily and make the journey easy by making them feel they\u2019re not going through it alone. This makes diabetes caregivers an important part of a diabetic person\u2019s journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/beatoapp.com\/\/lps\/inapp-beato-paid-coach-consult-web?id=2400330&#038;campaignid=2400330&#038;source=2400330&#038;utm_content=%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F4135\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png\" class=\" wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-300x88.png 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-768x225.png 768w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-420x123.png 420w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-840x246.png 840w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-150x44.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">\u00a0One thing to understand is the difference between offering support and pestering. Taking an interest in your loved one\u2019s life is one thing; taking control of their lifestyle is another. Therefore, on World Diabetes Day, if you wonder how to help someone with diabetes, we tell you 7 ways to support a loved one, manage diabetes and find a balance between family and diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h.x75h414m9d7g\" class=\"c3 c4\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_Diabetes_Caregivers_Help_a_Person_with_Diabetes\"><\/span><span class=\"c13\">How Can Diabetes Caregivers Help a Person with Diabetes?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"h.qface8bw42x8\" class=\"c1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Encourage_healthy_eating\"><\/span><span class=\"c5\">1. Encourage healthy eating<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">While some people with diabetes manage their condition through insulin therapy and medications, others don\u2019t need to take medications. However, despite this, it is essential to make healthy choices and encourage healthy eating amongst people living with diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">\u00a0The challenge is to make a change in eating habits and restricting choices, especially for someone who is newly diagnosed. Be a source of encouragement by adopting the same habits. Learn the best diets and help them in the transition journey. Do not eat unhealthy foods or sugary drinks in front of them as it might make it hard for them to stick to a nutritious routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"h.tzmvwjjzdev\" class=\"c12\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Read_More_Healthy_Indian_Winter_Vegetable_Recipes\"><\/span><span class=\"c10\"><a class=\"c11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/healthy-indian-winter-vegetable-recipes\/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1648373017077765&amp;usg=AOvVaw1w9-Pmud0ix7Bwk6WYiOrC\">Read More: Healthy Indian Winter Vegetable Recipes<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h3 id=\"h.hu62n1wojy91\" class=\"c1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Offer_diabetes_family_support_and_attend_diabetes_support_group_meetings_with_them\"><\/span><span class=\"c5\">2. Offer diabetes family support and attend diabetes support group meetings with them<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">Diabetes is a progressive condition and can become overwhelming over time. Therefore, it is essential for them to vent out their emotions as and when it comes to a brim. This is where a diabetes support group can be helpful for them. If you are caring for someone with diabetes, encourage them to join a group and offer to attend the meetings with them. Help them in finding the balance between family and diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h.vcqxhkh3uss9\" class=\"c1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Learn_more_about_diabetes\"><\/span><span class=\"c5\">3. Learn more about diabetes<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">There are a lot of myths and wrong ideas that are associated with diabetes. For instance, it is often believed that people living with diabetes must stay away from sugar as much as possible. However, that is not the case. The key to healthy eating is moderation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">\u00a0Learn more about the condition, how it works, how to prevent emergencies or complications, and other pieces of information that are useful. Attend a doctor\u2019s appointment with your loved one if the need arises.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h.p4un1r2y8dx\" class=\"c1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Be_observant_and_look_out_for_signs_of_hypoglycemiahyperglycemia\"><\/span><span class=\"c5\">4. Be observant and look out for signs of hypoglycemia\/hyperglycemia<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">It is quite common to see a drop or a hike in the blood sugar levels of a person with diabetes. The condition, whether hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia, can cause confusion, fatigue, and weakness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">Discuss with your loved ones about the signs in advance so that you are prepared to take action if something happens. Please be mindful of the symptoms and do not mix them with one another.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h.ediazk2ly39b\" class=\"c1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_5_Be_positive_and_motivate_them_to_stay_positive\"><\/span><span class=\"c5\">\u00a05. Be positive and motivate them to stay positive<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">Did you know diabetes is one of the leading causes of deaths in the world? This is one of the reasons why diabetes diagnosis can be scary. As much as it is life-threatening due to the complications associated with it, you should be positive and motivate them to stay positive. Keep the conversations motivating; however, do not preach. Please note you must offer support, not share negative stories.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h.2q9nmvrmn5oi\" class=\"c1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Dont_blame_or_judge_them_instead_understand_them\"><\/span><span class=\"c5\">6. Don\u2019t blame or judge them, instead, understand them<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">If someone in your family is newly diagnosed with diabetes, do not blame or judge them for their lifestyle choices. The last they would want to hear is someone telling them where they went wrong. Diabetes is an autoimmune condition and is least likely caused by just poor lifestyle choices. While Type 1 diabetes is not caused due to lifestyle choices, Type 2 diabetes is definitely influenced by lifestyle choices along with a person\u2019s genetics, ageing, and hormonal imbalance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h.q7fvu124ny2b\" class=\"c1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Know_when_to_step_back\"><\/span><span class=\"c5\">7. Know when to step back<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">Always remember the ordeals a person living with diabetes is going through. It is he\/she who has to manage diabetes, and not you. Therefore, do not try to police meals or second-guess their choices. It is their choice to take assistance or support from you. Encourage loved ones to vent out their frustrations and do not get offended in any way when they do so.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"c3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/R0Qq-t2c2zDvLL-E53JHLKfuU263p0i3we9G2m2nPWIsgz2-_3rMlIoVG2EXVV_Y768H0XzYMnn_E-jKSrbwKW0q0tFr-EmRnuSuAq5nKRRIdwpWGY2FhIyZVwQWoOu1Aqng_ye-\" alt=\"Diabetes Caregivers - Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts when supporting your loved ones\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h.qulb034uti21\" class=\"c14\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diabetes_Caregivers_%E2%80%93_Dos_and_Donts_While_Supporting_Your_Loved_Ones\"><\/span><span class=\"c8\">Diabetes Caregivers &#8211; Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts While Supporting Your Loved Ones<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">While this is just like a summary of the above-mentioned ways, here are some dos and don\u2019ts that can help you in offering diabetes help:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h.van0xy6txpoe\" class=\"c12\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diabetes_Caregivers_%E2%80%93_Dos\"><\/span>Diabetes Caregivers &#8211; <span class=\"c13\">Do\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">&#8211; Do tell them that you understand that diabetes management is a full-time job and you support them<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">&#8211; Make sure you do diabetes sessions with the doctors\u2019 and accompany them in making healthy choices<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">&#8211; Do ask how you can help instead of assuming what they need. However, check what that person wants<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">&#8211; Do show your care by small gestures such as listening to them, learning more about the condition, doing things together, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h.2xwbb8jdr0mo\" class=\"c12\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diabetes_Caregivers_%E2%80%93_Donts\"><\/span><span class=\"c13\">Diabetes Caregivers &#8211; Don\u2019ts<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">&#8211; Do not play doctor and give them advice, especially if you don\u2019t know enough about the condition<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">&#8211; Do not share other people\u2019s diabetes story to them as it might not help them but make them more anxious<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">&#8211; Do not make them uncomfortable when they are checking for their sugar levels by staring at them. Instead, encourage them if they feel shy to do it in public and make them understand that it is important<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">&#8211; Do not give orders. Make them understand the repercussions of making that choice. Try giving recommendations or making suggestions instead of forcing diabetes help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"c3\"><span class=\"c2\">\u00a0World Diabetes Day is observed to spread awareness about the condition. 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