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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