Podcast PTA FUNK: Einfach Englisch lernen – Type 2 diabetes

Dialogue

Customer: Hello, my doc has just diagnosed me with type 2 diabetes and he’s given me a precription.

PTA: May I see? OK it’s for Metformin tablets. That’s the usual medication to start with.

Customer: I’d rather not start taking tablets. Once you get started, there’s no end to it. There was nothing wrong with me before I had the check-up!

PTA: Yes, people can live with type 2 diabetes for years and not know it. Symptoms such as increased thirst, tiredness or frequent infections are often put down to other factors. But diabetes needs to be taken seriously because it can cause a great deal of damage to the body.

Customer: What other options do I have aside from the tablets?

PTA: Have you tried making lifestyle changes?

Customer: Not really.

PTA: You’d need to do that in order to reduce your blood sugar levels.

Customer: What would that involve?

PTA: Adjusting your lifestyle to include physical activity, restraining from smoking and a well-balanced diet. Do you eat at regular times?

Customer:I just have a cup of coffee before I start work. I don’t eat breakfast. In my lunch break I usually have some kind of snack and I often eat out in the evenings.

PTA: The aim is to avoid secondary damage to the heart, the kidneys and the nerves, so the food you eat is really important. It should be as fresh as possible, low in sugar and with plenty of fibre and healthy fats. Try to avoid processed foods.

Customer: That’s going to be difficult. I don’t know much about food and I can’t cook.

PTA: Then perhaps you could arrange to go to one of our consulting sessions. You would learn which foods to use and which to avoid as well as tips regarding preparation. Physical exercise is another way to reduce blood sugar. Does your job involve a lot of sitting down?

Customer: Yes, I’m at the computer most of the time. I’m aware that I need to lose quite a bit of weight but doing sports just isn’t my thing.

PTA: You don’t have to be good at it and it doesn’t have to be anything extreme. It’s the movement that counts. You could try swimming, cycling or Nordic walking. There are groups that you can join to make it fun and you’d be doing your heart a favour.

Customer: I suppose I could give it a try.

PTA: I think your best option is to start with the prescribed tablets and at the same time improve your eating habits and get more exercise. By the time you go for your next doctor’s appointment, there should be a difference in your blood sugar level. You can then discuss the future plan of action and hopefully prevent the disease from progressing.

Customer: Yes, I guess you’re right! How do I take the tablets?

PTA: They are best taken during or after meals and I have an information leaflet here that I suggest you read. There are several links to diabetes websites that you might find helpful.

Customer: Thank you.

PTA: You’re welcome!

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