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If you have diabetes, are sick, and have trouble keeping water down, what does the ADA suggest?

Take small sips about every 15 minutes throughout the day.

  1. Stop drinking until you feel better
  2. Drink one big glass all at once
  3. Take small sips about every 15 minutes ✔

Why: Getting enough fluids matters when you're sick. Small sips every 15 minutes or so can help. If vomiting keeps going, call your care team.

Huh, didn't know that: ADA recommends a yearly flu shot for people with diabetes.

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Sources

  1. ADA, Planning for Sick Days https://diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/sick-days
  2. ADA, Planning for Sick Days https://diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/sick-days

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