People who have type 1 diabetes need to work closely with their health professional to find the right balance of diet, insulin, and exercise to keep their blood sugar levels within a target range. That combination will vary over time, especially for children.

Daily treatment for diabetes includes:
Taking multiple insulin injections or using an insulin pump.

Eating a healthful diet that spreads carbohydrate throughout the day.
Getting physical activity.

Checking blood sugar levels several times a day and, when necessary, during the night.

Other steps to take
People with type 1 diabetes also need to:
Wear medical identification at all times so that, in case of emergency, health professionals can see that they have diabetes.

Treat high and low blood sugar levels quickly to prevent an emergency.
Take extra care of their feet, gums, and teeth to prevent problems that may develop because of high blood sugar.

Know how to adjust their diet or insulin doses when they are sick or become pregnant.

Have regular medical checkups to monitor the disease and adjust treatment as needed.