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A whole new world

Being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes as an adult can be a challenging and confusing time. In this extract from the JDRF's new book, Straight to the Point, they explain what's going on and what to say to people who make uninformed comments about your condition

5 Days 5 Dinners

Weeknights are sorted with these fresh, flavoursome mains, packed with veg!

Fantastic Feta

This soft, white cheese with Greek origins is versatile and packs a flavour punch, with only a small amount needed to jazz up a dish

My story: "I'm proud of the fact that I've gotten hold of my health"

When Natalie Rixon, now 33, discovered she had prediabetes soon after she'd turned 20, it was a shock and a relief all rolled into one. What she did next changed her future.

INTERPRETING YOUR cgm DATA

A continuous glucose monitor is a wonderful source of information but do you really know what you're looking at?

7 NEED-TO-KNOW FACTS ABOUT...diabetes & kidney disease

Diabetes is the most common cause of Chronic Kidney Disease. Learn more about this condition and how to protect yourself from developing it.

GET OFF THE diet ROLLERCOASTER

Dietitian Lyndi Cohen wants you to take a deep breath and think about your weight, and health, in a whole new way.

WHAT IS Wegovy?

Meet Wegovy, the new once-weekly weightloss injection that research shows helps people lose significantly more body weight than those using diet and exercise alone.

MEDICATION & CONSUMABLES

Insulin is available on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).

DOLLARS AND DIABETES

When you have type 1 diabetes, it's important to see a variety of health professionals regularly to keep your health on track.

MISSING THE MARK ON diabetes classification

A diabetes diagnosis may not be as black and white as you think. Diabetes Nurse Educator Jijimol Arun explains how your team might be

COMBAT CRAVINGS

Kickstart your weight-loss goals with these top tips from CSRIO dietitian and health coach Pennie McCoy

10 TIPS FOR HEALTHY EATING ON A BUDGET

The cost-of-living crisis isn't going away anytime soon, so we asked DL's Dr Kate Marsh for her best advice on getting the most dazzle from your food dollars.

Our food explained

Every recipe in Diabetic Living is carefully created to help you enjoy a healthy, balanced diet

Plan your week, it's easy!

Wondering what to eat this week? Try these delicious meal ideas

COOK, EAT, ENJOY

Discover our supermarket favourites, learn kitchen hints, try some quick and easy recipes, all from food editor Alison Roberts

HOMEMADE Heroes

Nothing tastes better than homemade, so get in the kitchen and cook up a storm with these mouthwatering mains.

LOVE YOUR LEFTOVERS

Not sure what to do with the remaining food? inspiration from these tasty tips Take

HERE TO HELP

Whether you're newly diagnosed with diabetes or need some support or information having lived with it for some time, there are organisations that can help, including...

JUST diagnosed START HERE

A diagnosis of diabetes can be scary at first - don't panic, we're here to help

my story "I can run a pretty tight ship without having to do a whole lot"

After living with type 1 diabetes for two decades, 30-year-old Jeremy Morris feels like the future looks brighter - and healthier - than ever, thanks largely to technology. He shares his journey and what he, and his family, have learned along the way.

HOW TO Save YOUR brain

In her new book, Save Your Brain, Dr Ginni Mansberg explains dementia and the steps you can take to minimise your risks. Regular check ups are a good place to start!

Should you eat RED MEAT?

Plant-based diets have been increasing in popularity over the past few years. At the same time, many people are adopting a keto diet and some, the more extreme carnivore diet. So which approach is the right one for your health? DL mag dietitian and diabetes educator Dr Kate Marsh explores the research on red meat and diabetes to help you decide where meat fits into your eating plan.

REDUCING DECISION FATIGUE

Living with diabetes sometimes feels like everyone else is driving an automatic and you are in manual mode. There are so many extra things to consider and so many daily decisions to make for things to run smoothly.

IT ALL POINTS TO dessert

Enjoying the occasional dessert doesn't have to mean blowing your day out of proportion!

fire IT UP!

Your new go-to BBQ recipes for easy outdoor summer entertaining

MEAT-FREE dinners

Trying to include more vegies in your diet, or perhaps going meatless once a week? We've got you covered with these tasty plant-focussed meals.

in season: SPINACH

Next time you're brunching, try these spiced green pancakes for great taste with the added benefits of iron and vitamin K

PRIMAVERA pasta

Commonly considered a comfort food, you can enjoy these pasta dishes without the side-serving of guilt

Love your leftovers

Not sure what to do with the remaining food? Take inspiration from these tasty tips