New Delhi: Not only we are suffering the effects of our unhealthy diet and lifestyle, but the coming generations are also getting affected or may get affected by it. Inactive lifestyle is increasing the risk of many diseases like heart problems, diabetes, hypertension. Every disease is dangerous, especially diabetes, whose victims are now falling to children as well.

There are two types of diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2. While Type 1 is genetic, your bad lifestyle is responsible for Type 2. The worrying thing is that the symptoms of Type 1 diabetes are being seen more in children. Type 1 diabetes affects the ability to produce insulin. 

Dr. Rajesh Rajput, Director, Department of Endocrinology and Diabetes, Medanta Hospital, Gurugram, says, "A child suffering from type-1 diabetes can be kept healthy to a great extent by including various physical activities in his routine. Parents should make the child exercise for at least 30 minutes every day. This will not only keep the child's blood sugar under control, but will also improve insulin sensitivity. They will also be able to live a healthy life. Apart from this, parents should also keep a device with them, which can easily check the glucose level. This gives them accurate data about how the child's blood sugar level is changing due to his diet, physical activity and insulin intake.

By following 3 easy steps, you can keep your child suffering from type-1 diabetes healthy and active. Know about it...

1. Check blood sugar regularly

Keep a blood sugar device at home to check it regularly. Such devices connect to a mobile app, so you can see the readings. This makes it easier to monitor what is raising blood sugar and what is helping. 

2. Understand the importance of physical activity

Keep children engaged in fun activities like cycling, dance, cricket or kabaddi. This will not force them to stay fit every day, but along with these activities, it  is also important to get adequate sleep , otherwise it can cause harm instead of benefit. 

3. Keep healthy snacks nearby

In diabetes, it is advisable to have small meals, so keep healthy snack options with you. Things that do not increase the blood sugar level after eating and if the glucose level is falling, then things that can control it should also be kept with you. Popcorn, yogurt, grapes, eggs, all these are good options.  

Children suffering from diabetes can be kept healthy with the help of these tips.