The Checklist
Checklists to allow you to set goals, review and manage diabetes.
Observe to see how different RECHARGE levers impact your blood glucose levels.
Adjust each lever to get to your optimal blood glucose goals.Â
DIABETES MANAGEMENT
RECHARGE Daily Diabetes Checklist - A wholistic approach to diabetes management.
GOAL: Use each of the 8 levers of the RECHARGE framework to experiment and achieve optimal blood glucose levels
How to use:
– Perform a quick review of tasks during the day.
– Observe your blood glucose levels, see what is working and what is causing blood glucose spikes.
– Adjust each of the RECHARGE levers till you get to your target glucose level goal.
| Morning | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Pillar | Focus | Action |  |
| R | Regulate Glucose | Check fasting blood glucose (recommend using CGM). | |
| E | Eat Healthy | Eat a low GI, balanced breakfast with measured carbs. | |
| C | Calm Stress | Meditate or take deep breaths to start the day calmly. | |
| H | Hydrate More | Drink 1–2 glasses of water to rehydrate after sleep. | |
| A | Active Life | Review yesterday’s activity. Set goals for today. | |
| R | Rest Adequately | Review sleep quality: hours, restfulness, interruptions. | |
| G | Gauge Weight | Weigh yourself and log if part of your plan. | |
| E | Ensure Meds | Take your morning medications as prescribed. | |
| Midday to Afternoon | |||
| R | Regulate Glucose | Check glucose before lunch or mid-afternoon. | |
| E | Eat Healthy | Have a low GI, balanced lunch and monitor portions. | |
| C | Calm Stress | Take 5 minutes to breathe, stretch, or walk mindfully. | |
| H | Hydrate More | Drink water (aim for 4–6 glasses by now). | |
| A | Active Life | Engage in light activity – walk, stretch, move purposefully. | |
| R | Rest Adequately | No action. | |
| G | Gauge Weight | No action. | |
| E | Ensure Meds | Take midday medications if prescribed. | |
| Evening to Night | |||
| R | Regulate Glucose | Check glucose after dinner or before bed. | |
| E | Eat Healthy | Have a light, balanced dinner with portion control. | |
| C | Calm Stress | Unwind with reading, music, or calming breathing. | |
| H | Hydrate More | Finish remaining water (target 8 glasses/day). | |
| A | Active Life | Walk after dinner or light evening movement. | |
| R | Rest Adequately | Wind down. Aim for 7–9 hours of restful sleep. | |
| R | Gauge Weight | No action. | |
| E | Ensure Meds | Take your evening medications as prescribed. | |
RECHARGE Monthly, Quarterly & Annual Diabetes Care Checklist
✅ Monthly Diabetes Care Checklist
- Review your weight, blood pressure, and symptoms
- Refill prescriptions or supplies (test strips, lancets, insulin, etc.)
- Clean and calibrate glucose meter or CGM
- Check expiration dates of meds and insulin
- Reflect on any challenges or changes in routine
✅ Quarterly or As Recommended
- A1c test (every 3 months or as advised)
- Meet with your diabetes educator or care team
- Review and adjust care plan or medication if needed
✅ Annual Diabetes Care Checklist
- Complete a full physical exam
- Eye exam (dilated retinal exam)
- Dental check-up
- Comprehensive foot exam by a healthcare provider
- Lipid panel (cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides)
- Kidney function tests (urine albumin, serum creatinine)
- Flu shot and any recommended vaccines (e.g., pneumonia, COVID, Hep B)
