Everyone of us needs to eat right and to get exercise if we want to be as healthy as we possibly can, but for diabetic patients, controlling their diabetes demands that they get and stick to a type 2 diabetes diet and exercise routine. The most important part of that statement is the word "routine." The more eating healthily and getting up and moving become "routine" for you, the less likely you are to just skip it, so make a plan and stick to it. It will be annoying at first, more than likely, but after a while you will get quite used to it and maybe even enjoy it.

Go to your nutritionist, doctor, or other health care professional, and get cleared for exercise. Especially if you have been basically inactive, it is important that you let your doctor know you want to exercise and get his or her advice and health clearance. Once you have that, it is time to get off the couch and make exercise a part of your life. The type 2 diabetes diet and exercise plan says you need to exercise about thirty minutes a day. The best, cheapest, and easiest types of exercise are walking, dancing, or even gardening. If you have access to a swimming pool, get in; it is a great way to exercise if you have joint concerns. You don't have to sign up for a gym membership.

The type 2 diabetes diet and exercise plan also requires you to eat right. Eat fresh fruit and vegetables, and pay attention to the portion control sizes. Your doctor can give you a chart so you know how much a "serving" really is. Avoid man-made, refined stuff like cakes, cookies, doughnuts, fried foods and similar items like the plague.