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By Debra Manzella, R.N., About.com Guide to Type 2 Diabetes

Exercise is the Power Tool for Managing Diabetes

Wednesday November 21, 2007

Exercise is an important part of a healthy life, but when you have diabetes, exercise is essential for helping you manage the disease. Regular exercise helps you lose weight and keep it off. It also can help you lower your blood glucose levels and help prevent serious complications, such as foot and lower extremity problems, eye disease and kidney disease.

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