4. Protect your sleep
Sleep often gets treated like a bonus, but with diabetes, it is basic care. Getting enough sleep may improve mood, energy, and blood glucose levels. Better sleep can make the rest of your routine feel more manageable, too. The American National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) advises aiming for about seven to eight hours a night, and the CDC notes that poor sleep habits can make blood sugar harder to manage and may leave you feeling more worn down.