Diabetes is a serious risk factor for heart disease. It has harmful effects on multiple organs in the body when left untreated, and it can lead to peripheral artery disease, stroke, and other complications. If you have diabetes, manage your condition to prevent heart disease.

Heart disease prevention measures for people with diabetes include:

• getting regular checkups from your doctor
• eating a healthy diet
• exercising

You may need to manage diabetes with medications. You can limit the effects of diabetes and reduce your risk of heart disease by choosing a healthy lifestyle.