Clear the Air. Control Your Blood Sugar.
Smoking not only damages your health, it substantially elevates your chances of developing type 2 diabetes. Nicotine prevents proper insulin absorption, making it difficult for you to effectively control your blood sugar levels and requiring higher insulin doses to maintain optimal bodily functions. If you smoke or use nicotine, quitting now can help you improve blood glucose control, reduce your risk for complications such as heart disease and stroke, and enhance your overall well-being.
Effective Smoking Cessation
We design our smoking cessation program with expert advice, guidance and resources that support you in quitting nicotine for good.
Behavioral Support
Our team offers personalized counseling and support to address both the psychological and behavioral aspects of nicotine addiction.
Lifestyle Modifications
Together, we develop strategies that help you adopt healthier habits and coping mechanisms to manage triggers and stressors associated with smoking.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy
We can help you choose which nicotine replacement products, such as patches, gum or lozenges, could help you quit nicotine while managing withdrawal symptoms and cravings.
Medication Therapy
If necessary, we can prescribe medications that further support your efforts to quit smoking.
Medical Nutrition Therapy Might Be Right for You If:
- You have diabetes and currently smoke or use tobacco products
- You’re concerned about the impact of smoking on your diabetes management and overall health
- You’ve experienced challenges with blood glucose control that might be exacerbated by smoking
- You’re interested in support and resources to help you quit nicotine
- You’d like to adopt a healthier lifestyle and reduce your risk of complications
Our Services Can Help You:
Improve Blood Glucose Control
Quitting smoking can lead to better insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism so you can improve your blood sugar levels.
Reduce Risks
Now you can lower your risk of many health complications related to diabetes, including cardiovascular and kidney disease, nerve damage and poor circulation.
Enhance Lung Health
When you quit smoking, you improve lung function and reduce the risk of respiratory infections and other pulmonary conditions.
Schedule an appointment with one of our providers.
At SHA Diabetes Center, we’re dedicated to helping you understand how to live a healthy life every day.
Call 334-778-7090 to make an appointment with our caring team, or click the button below to contact us online.