The document discusses 7 common lies that diabetics tell their doctors and the importance of being honest. It outlines problems such as not regularly checking blood sugar levels, not taking medications as prescribed, lack of exercise, unhealthy dieting, sexual dysfunction, smoking, and undisclosed supplement use. The document stresses that being honest with doctors about lifestyle and medications is important for properly managing diabetes and receiving appropriate treatment recommendations.

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7 lies that the diabetics often talk to their doctor
The trend of regular checkups is more and more common to
everyone. However, not everyone is honest when they answer
about their habits of living. Maybe you think it is not important,
but it really brings a negative impact on your health.
In addition, there are about 90% of potential risky conditions
detected early after your regular health checks. In which, some
diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high
cholesterol, some problems about heart, liver, joints, ... and
some cancers will be diagnosed by the health examinations.
This is also like a responsibility to your health. Therefore, be
honest and avoid the following 7 lies that the diabetics often
talk to their doctor.
Here are some important problems that people with diabetes
should truthfully tell the doctors, such as:
Problem 1: Controlling blood sugar levels
The patient: ‘’ I monitor my blood sugar frequently.’’
Monitoring blood sugar is an important step for keeping your
diabetes in control. However, according to a study of 44,181
people by researchers from California’s Kaiser Permanente
Medical Care Program, 2 out of 3 people with type 1 diabetes
do not exam their blood sugar regularly as recommended. Also,
in a study of 1,480 people with type 2 diabetes by National
Institutes of Health, 24% of those who took insulin, 65% who
took oral medications for diabetes, and 80% who controlled the
blood sugar under a diet and exercise said they tested their
blood sugar less than once per month.
With this problem, if you have type 1 diabetes, you have to test
your blood sugar 4 times a day. Moreover, if you use an insulin

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pump, or three or more insulin shots daily, or are pregnant, you
must check up to 7 times a day. Besides, according to the
American Diabetes Association, as for type 2 diabetes, you
have to check more often if you use insulin, or you are
pregnant,
Therefore, be honest to the doctors and explain why you do not
test as often as recommended. Also, tell them exactly about
your condition. Of course, your doctor will give you a solution.
Problem 2: Taking medications for treatment
The patient: ‘’I take all of my medications, all the time.’’
According to experts from Johns Hopkins University School of
Medicine, about 20 to 40% of people with diabetes did not take
blood sugar-controlling pills or injections under the direction of
their doctor. Besides, they completely blame on side effects,
the price tag, and inconvenience,...
You will not improve your diabetes if you do not use
medications. Besides, taking lots of daily medications can
become confusing. Especially if you have both high cholesterol
and high blood pressure, and you are taking medicines for
those conditions. Also, a study has shown that older adults with
diabetes took an average of 15 medications daily to control
blood sugar, as well as other health problems such as high
cholesterol, high blood pressure, brittle bones, heartburn,
depression, insomnia and asthma. If skip any medication, one
of all of these conditions will become worse.
So, tell your doctor about side effects, financial barriers and
your difficulties. He will give you some advice about some
drugs suitable for your wallet.
Problem 3: Physical training

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The patient: ‘’I do exercise every day’’
There are only 19% of people with diabetes joining in physical
activities they need.
Exercise helps boost insulin sensitivity and promotes your
muscle cells to pull more glucose from your blood. Besides, it
also helps lower blood sugar and the better A1c levels.
Thus, admit that you did not do exercise regularly and talk to
your doctor what you really can do.
Problem 4: A healthy diet for diabetes
The patient: ‘’I have changed a healthy diet for type 2
diabetes’’
In a recent survey of 652 people with diabetes from some
countries in the world, there are 50% those who admitted that
they had not really changed their diet.
In addition, a healthy diet for diabetics has to include a plate
packed with lean protein, vegetables, fresh fruits and some
whole grains, low-fat dairy, good fats. These food can help your
body process blood sugar more efficiently. Besides, a healthy
diet also keeps your blood pressure, cholesterol and weight at
the stable level.
So, ask your doctor for a recommendation about a nutritionist
who will provide you instructions and smart tips in the diet for
diabetes.
Problem 5: Sexual situation
The patient: ‘’ My sex life is still good…can we talk about other
issues now?’’

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In fact, there are up to 50% of men with diabetes have erectile
dysfunction problems. However, after age 75, the number is
90%. Besides, about half of all women with diabetes also
experience from this dysfunction.
Therefore, you need to talk to your doctor the matters that you
are having. He will give you some drugs for treating the erectile
dysfunction.
Problem 6: Smoking
The patients: ‘’I never smoke’’ or ‘’I gave up on it’’
According to statistics, there are about 1 in 5 people with
diabetes smoking. Smoking together with having diabetes lead
to the higher risk for stroke, cardiovascular problems, kidney
disease, the eyes problems, and nerve damages. Besides, it
also causes to reduce blood flow to the legs and feet leading to
sores, infections that are slow to heal and even amputation.
So, quit smoking now. Instead, take nicotine replacement
products, analgesics and other supports.
Problem 7: Supplements and herbs
The patient: ‘’I do not take any supplement or herb’’ or ‘’ I only
supplement a multivitamin’’
In fact, many people with diabetes take dietary supplements.
According to a study in 2011 from University of Washington, a
lot of people with type 2 diabetes had tried out herbal remedies
and other non-vitamin types. They believe that some
supplements that can help control blood sugar such as
cinnamon, fenugreek or bitter melon.
However, these supplements could raise the risk for low blood
sugar if you are using insulin or oral medications that increase

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insulin levels. Besides, some drug interactions, allergic
reactions, or even liver damage may also happen.
Therefore, tell your doctor what you are taking. He can assess
the risk for interactions and side effects.