2019-11-01 Diabetic Living Australia

High levels of stress can

worsen insulin resistance

and blood glucose levels

and lead to weight gain.

Stress can also be a

trigger for emotional

(non-hungry) eating

and, when you are tired,

stressed and rundown,

it can be hard to get

motivated to make the

lifestyle changes that will

help you to lose weight.

Your action plan:

Take steps to reduce

your stress levels and

find ways to manage

stress, including

scheduling time for

rest and relaxation. This

could mean making time

for activities you find

enjoyable and relaxing,

taking up meditation or

yoga, or using a guided

relaxation program at

home. If these don’t

help, consider getting

some professional help

from a psychologist or

counsellor who can assist

with strategies to help

you cope with stress. ■

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