Clinical Decision Support System for Diabetic Patients by Predicting Type 2 Diabetes Using Machine Learning Algorithms

Table 6

Sample of recommendations for the patient with diabetes predicted.

Regular checking	Check glucose level and also meet with the doctor for further instruction.
Glycemic targets	Maintain blood glucose level before a meal: 80 to 130  mg/dL (4.4 to 7.2 mmol/L). Two hours after the start of a meal: Less than 180  mg/dL (10 mmol/L).
Follow doctor’s prescriptions	Should follow the prescriptions of the doctors and take the medications on time and follow other instructions.
Exercise regularly	Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity every week. Break it down into 30 minutes five times a week.
Avoid unhealthy carbohydrates	Eat less salt and be careful of red and processed meat. Drink alcohol sensibly and be smart with snacks and avoid smoking.
Choose healthier food	Start eating more fruit, vegetables, and dairy products like unsweetened yogurt and milk. We need energy, so choose healthier fats such as ghee, butter, lard, biscuits, cakes, pies, and pastries. It is still a good idea to cut down on using oils in general, so try to grill, steam, or bake foods instead.
Cut down on added sugar	Cutting out sugar can be really hard, so instead use low or zero-calorie sweeteners for beginning.

Source: World Health Organization (WHO), American Diabetes Association.