A spirometer is an apparatus for measuring the volume of air inspired and expired by the lungs. A spirometer measures ventilation, the movement of air into and out of the lungs. The spirogram will identify two different types of abnormal ventilation patterns, obstructive and restrictive.
Non-Starchy Fruits and Vegetables. If you are trying to lower your blood sugar level, add vegetables like cauliflower, broccoli, green beans and other vegetables with a low starch content. Strawberries, pears, oranges and apples are also excellent choices that will help you control your blood sugar.
Diabetic patients must follow a low-sugar, low-fat diet. Tips to healthy eating: 1  Eat a variety of healthy foods. 2  Choose foods low in fat and cholesterol. 3  Eat less salt or sodium. 4  Cut back on sugar and sweets. 5  Eat more carbohydrates (potatoes, rice, pasta, vegetables) and fiber (roughage). 6  Limit portion sizes.