Things to know :
- Diabetes, often referred to by doctors as diabetes mellitus, describes a group of metabolic diseases in which the person has high blood glucose (blood sugar), either because insulin production is inadequate, or because the body's cells do not respond properly to insulin, or both. 2. 2. For treatments, Lose extra weight. 3. Track your carbohydrate. 4. Check your blood sugar daily. 5. Stick to exercises. 6. Get some sleep and rest. 7. Manage stress.