Stretch or Massage your Feet
Consider doing some stretches before bedtime in order to relax your body. It makes it easier for you to fall asleep. You can also take the chance to massage, moisturize and check your feet. This habit helps you prevent and identify skin injuries on your feet to prevent infections. Diabetic peripheral neuropathy often result in numb feet which makes you more vulnerable to feet injuries and infections.
Floss and Brush
Flossing may be a chore for some people, however, once you make it an ingrained habit, you will hardly realize that you are doing it until it is done. This is very important because those with diabetes are usually at high risk of gum disease, and therefore, this must be a lifelong habit.
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