Fitness

Researchers from the University of Granada, in Spain recently studied the role of the timing of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity on glucose metabolism.

They found an association between being most active later in the day and having more stable blood sugar levels over a 24-hour period.

Most of us don’t get the exercise we need to stay healthy. For people with diabetes, one of the biggest barriers is low blood sugar.

If you’re living with type 1 diabetes, it is very likely that your healthcare provider or certified diabetes care and education specialist (CDCES) has counseled you on the importance of regular exercise.

Doctors have long extolled the benefits of exercise to help people with type 2 diabetes (T2D) manage the chronic disease and reduce their risk of health complications. Now, a new study published in the journal Diabetes Care suggests that what time of day those with type 2 diabetes exercise helps determine just how much it benefits them. In the study, researchers reported that exercising in the afternoon provided the most dramatic results in controlling blood glucose levels.

Exercise is an important part of any diabetes treatment plan. To avoid potential problems, check your blood sugar before, during and after exercise.

How does diabetes affect exercise? Exercise has numerous benefits for all people with diabetes. If you have type 2 diabetes,