Insulin plans
Everyone who takes insulin needs a personal insulin plan. Your plan will help you take insulin the way your body would make it if you did not have diabetes. It will include what type of insulin to take, how much insulin to take, and when to take it.
Your plan will be based on:
- When and how much you eat
- Your current blood sugar level
- Your level of physical activity
- Your lifestyle
Your body’s need for insulin goes up and down all day. Your need for insulin depends on what you are doing and how much sugar is in your blood. For instance:
- You need more insulin after you eat (especially about 1 hour after a meal, when blood sugar is highest)
- You need less insulin when you sleep
Your diabetes care team will help you develop an insulin plan that's right for you and your lifestyle. Between visits, it's a good idea to keep notes about how you're doing so you can share this information with your team. Be sure to check with your doctor and your diabetes care team before you make any changes in your insulin doses.
