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STEADY AS SHE GOES
Our resident type 1 columnist Rob Palmer reckons his seafaring grandfather was onto something when it came to life advice
'I tried to do the right thing, but nothing worked'
Jess Storey was diagnosed with type 2 when she was 21 but, after almost a decade of struggling with HbA1c levels, she was re-diagnosed with LADA
'Diabetes hasn't ruined me, it's saved me'
Robyn Goulter discovered she had type 2 diabetes four months after her 45th birthday – and the day after she’d had a stroke. At the time, it was the least of her health concerns, but 10 months later it’s the reason she’s turned her health around
Ask An Expert
Accredited practising dietitian Savina Rego answers your questions about weight loss, including the impact dropping weight quickly can have when you’re living with type 2 and the role meal replacement shakes can play
To The Future!
In a world where social distancing has become the phrase of the year, Rob Palmer knows there have been plenty of reasons that you may have taken your eye off the once primary challenge of managing diabetes.
Feel Better In 5
Big changes start with simple steps. Try these ideas to help improve your wellbeing
Being Told I Had Diabetes Was The Best Thing That Could Have Happened
When 48-year-old Ros McClintock discovered she had type 2 diabetes one year ago, it was exactly the catalyst she needed to turn her life around. What she’s achieved in just 12 months is inspirational!
A New Place To Land
Jeremy Robertson, type 1, is paving the way for Australian pilots requiring insulin therapy
I Wish I'd Spoken To My Doctor Sooner
Being told he had type 2 turned out to be good news for 48-year-old Norm Midcalf. He shares why, and what he’d do differently if he had his time over
Christmas Day Dishes That Are Designed To Impress!
Whether you're entertaining guests or sharing a favourite with loved ones on Christmas Day, these dishes are designed to impress!
Coping With Cravings
Everyone has food cravings. Here’s how to better understand yours – and to satisfy them in ways that support your health
Dental Health And Diabetes
Taking care of your teeth and gums is a crucial part of your diabetes management plan. Award-winning dental hygienist Tabitha Acret explains how you can put your best tooth forward
Pizza In A Parcel
Try this Italian-inspired snack for a working lunch or a picnic
Sue Was Not Cruising In Quarantine - Type 2
Cancer survivor Susan Lister, 70, shares her experience of cruising in the time of a pandemic with type 2 diabetes
Stress-Less Cooking
Say goodbye to stress and hello to a super zen dinner. We’ve shared our favourite recipes to whip up in one pan or make ahead and freeze portions, to reduce the food prep required on a busy weeknight
Quick & Easy Breakfasts
Start your day off right with a nutrient-packed beverage or bowl
Is It Ever Too Late To Improve Your Health?
Worried you’ve missed the boat in terms of adopting healthy habits that give everything from your brain to your bones a boost? The good news is, you haven’t!
Souper POWERS
These filling bowls contain plenty of iron, plus vitamin C in the form of citrus and capsicums, to help your body absorb the benefits
WINTER warmers
Treat your tastebuds with bold bakes, warming soups or an enticing stew
DECISIONS DECISIONS
Living with diabetes can mean making dozens – even hundreds – of different choices a day related to your care. Here’s how to strengthen your problem-solving skills
Decadent desserts
From plump puddings to juicy berries, indulge your sweet tooth with a light or luscious last course
COPING WITH CGM Challenges
If you’ve started using a CGM, you may have encountered a few challenges. DL diabetes educator Dr Kate Marsh discusses the highs and lows of CGM technology
Don't Be Afraid To Do Your Own Research
When 46-year-old Mel Davis was told she had type 2 diabetes, she had no way of knowing it was only the beginning of a journey to convince her doctors they had gotten it wrong. This is her story
Planning For Pregnancy With Diabetes
DL diabetes educator Dr Kate Marsh explains the steps you can take to give you and your baby the best chance of a healthy pregnancy
Bone Health And Diabetes
As we age, our bones may begin to lose their density, putting us at risk of fractures. But when diabetes is thrown into the mix, things get even more complicated. DL diabetes educator Dr Kate Marsh explains why
PUT YOURSELF FIRST - IT'S OK!
Taking time for yourself can help diabetes care feel less stressful. But actually making yourself a priority? That’s easier said than done. Here’s how to pinpoint your needs and find the time for self-care
I see each day as a new opportunity to get things right
Having lived with diabetes for almost three decades, 41-year-old Kate Stevens has learned a lot about how to look after herself, both mentally and physically. This is her story
Walking FOR A BETTER FUTURE
Since 28-year-old Eliza Bartlett was diagnosed with type 1 at the age of nine, she has used her diabetes as a driving factor to raise more than $100,000 for JDRF research.
Managing DIABETES and depression
According to Beyond Blue, in any one year, about 1 million Australian adults have depression. But did you know that having diabetes could increase your risk of developing depression and that having depression increases the risk of developing type 2? DL diabetes educator Dr Kate Marsh discusses the symptoms of depression, the link with diabetes and steps you can take to improve your emotional wellbeing
How to lose the FIRST 5KG
Changing ingrained habits can be hard work, so here are six simple eating strategies to tackle the first steps of you weight-loss journey