For healthy blood sugar with diabetes, learn what makes your glucose levels rise and fall

When you have diabetes, keeping your blood sugar in check means understanding the factors that make it fluctuate.

• Stay mindful of influences on blood sugar like food, exercise, medication, illness, drinking, stress, and pain.
• Track your glucose levels using fingerstick testing or continuous glucose monitoring.
• Work with your healthcare provider to set targets and make adjustments.
• Use your readings to guide your decisions on diet and activity timing.