It may seem strange at first glance, but testing your blood sugar frequently during the day makes a big difference in the occurrence of long-term problems for diabetics.

The key is awareness. By testing, you keep aware of what's going on in your body, just as you might watch your gas gauge and oil light in your car. Over time, you will be more aware of how what you eat affects you, and how your body processes it. You will also see how changes in your weight and activity level affect your blood sugar numbers.

No matter what else you do, keep your testing going!