Veteran actor Jide Kosoko shares 30-year diabetes management tips, urges regular health checks

Jide Kosoko revealed he's lived with diabetes since 1996, managing it through regular medical tests, medication adherence, and lifestyle awareness. Speaking on Biola Adebayo's 'Talk To B' podcast—which went viral earlier this week—the 72-year-old stressed that understanding your body's signals is crucial, noting he knows 'when to take sugar and not to' and refuses to believe herbs can cure diabetes.

He shared that his experience inspired him to consider establishing a foundation to help less privileged colleagues access medical tests like colonoscopies, pledging to cover costs for those who cannot afford them. Kosoko urged Nigerians, especially those aged 40 and above, to prioritize regular check-ups to detect hidden conditions early, stating illness can affect anyone but proactive care prevents complications.

His practical advice includes allocating 20% of earnings to health maintenance, using prescribed medication consistently, eating moderately, and avoiding alcohol and cannabis. He emphasized that good health depends more on following basic guidelines than wealth, saying 'whatever amount you are making, 20% of it is not too much to take care of yourself.'

With diabetes requiring lifelong management, Kosoko's openness aims to reduce stigma and encourage timely medical action. Will you schedule that overdue check-up, adjust your health budget, or start paying closer attention to your body's warning signs?

SOURCE: https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/918092-how-ive-managed-diabetes-for-30-years-jide-kosoko.html