Blood Sugar and Beyond: Managing Diabetes in Later Life

Diabetes affects nearly 30% of Americans over 65, and for many senior men it’s a condition they’ve been living with for years. As you age, diabetes management becomes more complex: blood sugar targets shift, medications interact with other prescriptions, and the risks of both high and low blood sugar become more serious. In this episode, we give senior men a clear, practical guide to managing diabetes in later life: understanding your numbers, adjusting your diet, staying active safely, working effectively with your care team, and avoiding the complications that rob too many men of their quality of life.

Insight Map

Diabetes management changes as you age. This visual maps the key blood sugar targets for senior men, the dietary adjustments that make the biggest difference, the safest forms of exercise for diabetics, and the most important complications to monitor and prevent.

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The Encore Project Editorial Team develops research-based articles and practical guidance designed to support senior men navigating life’s second half. Content is created using advanced research tools and AI assistance under the direction and editorial oversight of founder Bill Leighty. Every article is carefully curated to ensure it is relevant, thoughtful, and aligned with The Encore Project’s mission: helping men remain purposeful, engaged, and resourceful in retirement and beyond. The Editorial Team focuses on topics including financial empowerment, creative pursuits, grief and loss, health and wellness, faith, relationships, and lifelong growth.

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