Interpretation of Chinese Guideline for Exercise in Diabetes

Because diabetes has become a major public health problem in China,there is concern that exercise is cornerstone of diabetic management.However,high-quality guideline on the exercise practice in diabetic management was lacking in China.Recently,The Chinese Diabetes Society of Chinese Medical Association published the Chinese Guideline for Exercise in Diabetes.It was well established that regular exercise improved blood glucose control and could prevent or delay type 2 diabetes.It was benefit to lipids,blood pressure,cardiovascular events,mortality,and quality of life as well.The guideline has also been prepared as handbook based on scientific and professional information known about exercise treatment and monitoring.It will provide reference tool to clinical physician and nurses in diabetic exercise management. Key words: Type 2 diabetes mellitus;  Exercise;  Practice