Endocrinology and Complications of Diabetes

• Rapid-acting insulin starts to work within 15 minutes and its effects last for 3 to 4 hours
• Short-acting insulin starts to work within 30 minutes and lasts 6 to 8 hours
• Intermediate-acting insulin starts to work within 1 to 2 hours and lasts 12 to 18 hours
• Long-acting insulin starts to work a few hours after injection and lasts 24 hours or longer
• Get at least 150 minutes per week of aerobic exercise, such as walking or cycling
• Cut saturated and trans fats, along with refined carbohydrates, out of your diet.
• Eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains
• Eat smaller portions
• Try to lose 7 percent Trusted Source of your body weight if you’re overweight or obese.
• These aren’t the only ways to prevent diabetes. Discover more strategies that may help you avoid this chronic disease.

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