Annually 14 November is World Diabetes Day, which was proposed in 1991 year by the International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organization to draw the attention of the world community to the widespread increase in the incidence of diabetes mellitus.

Diabetes – chronic illness. Unfortunately, At the moment there are no ways to completely get rid of this serious illness. But, fortunately, diabetes can be treated quite successfully. The main secret of success – timely diagnosis, providing adequate treatment, following doctor's recommendations and supporting loved ones.

Support from loved ones is a necessary condition for successful treatment.

Support from others can ease feelings of fear or frustration, which often accompany the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus. Research has shown, that patients with diabetes mellitus, who have social support (families, friends, colleagues), cope better with their illness.
Diabetes is a disease, which requires changing a number of habits, as the patient himself, and his surroundings. First of all, it's about proper nutrition. Patients with diabetes mellitus it is necessary to minimize the consumption of sweets and reduce the content of animal fats. Increase your intake of healthy foods, especially fresh vegetables, whole grain products. In overweight patients, the daily caloric intake should be about 1200 — 1500 calories. Need to remember, that you should never go hungry. It is important to comply, so-called, "plate rule". Try to mentally divide the plate in half. Divide one half in half again - we have created three zones, which we will fill with food. Half the plate should be fresh vegetables, a quarter - whole grain products - buckwheat, rice, cereals, porridge, and a quarter - products, containing protein - lean fish, meat, legumes. Such nutrition will benefit not only those with diabetes., but also to all members of his family. All family members are required not to have pity and sympathy for the patient, and active support. Instead of sitting in front of the TV, Invite your relative with diabetes to go for an evening walk together and do some exercise at the same time.. Moderate and dosed physical activity is recommended for patients with diabetes mellitus, walking, ball games, badminton, swimming, cycling, skating and skiing, etc. d.

If your loved one has been diagnosed with diabetes, visit your doctor with him. According to the survey, only 1/5 patients come to the doctor for consultation together with their relatives. It would also be a good idea to take a co-ed diabetes school. This is important, because in class the doctor will tell you, how and what to do.

When a patient has complete information about the disease and methods of treating it, this strengthens his confidence in himself and in the success of treatment. And here, not only doctors should be allies, but also the patient’s relatives.