Type it up on a screen so bright,
But keep in mind, it's not just sight,
Our bodies need glucose, that's right,
And blood sugar helps us through the night.

Carbohydrates give us energy,
But too much can cause calamity,
Diabetes is a condition you see,
It affects the way we process our tea.

Insulin is a hormone that's key,
It regulates the amount of energy,
So if there's too much glucose, we need,
Insulin helps the excess to be freed.

Diabetes is not contagious,
It's caused by factors that are outrageous,
But with care and management, we can be courageous,
And live our lives with routines that are advantageous.

So let's eat healthy and exercise,
Keep our blood sugar levels wise,
And manage diabetes with compromise,
So we can live our lives with no surprise.

Reflections

1. What is the purpose of glucose in our body?
2. What are carbohydrates and what do they provide for our body?
3. What is diabetes and how does it affect the body's ability to process glucose?
4. What is insulin and how does it regulate glucose levels in our body?
5. How can we manage diabetes and maintain healthy blood sugar levels?