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Treating Type 1 Diabetes
The main goals of treating children with type 1 diabetes are:
The key to good diabetes control is a careful balance between food, exercise, and insulin. It's a juggling act to keep blood glucose levels within the target range. Therefore, children with type 1 diabetes must stick to their scheduled blood check, insulin injection, and snack times. Even small changes from a child's diabetes care plan schedule can cause blood glucose levels to rise or fall.
Remember:
Food raises blood glucose levels, while insulin and exercise lower them. A good type 1 diabetes treatment plan includes:
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