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South Africans with Diabetes
Do you want to join South Africa's largest online diabetes community?
You’re in the right place. Sweet Life is an inspiring diabetes community for South Africans with diabetes. We are a registered NPO/PBO with a single focus: to empower people living with diabetes in South Africa.
We do that through creating and testing foundational diabetes education building blocks for those in the public sector, as well as creating a powerful online community for everyone with diabetes.
Just diagnosed with diabetes? Read this article for all you need to know.
Just diagnosed with diabetes? I’ve been there, it’s so hard… Here’s what you need to know right now – and nothing more.
How to reverse Type 2 diabetes: the expert recipe to follow
Do you want to know how to reverse Type 2 diabetes? Read on! We have advice straight from the experts.
What is normal blood sugar? Here’s everything you need to know.
What is normal blood sugar? What should people with diabetes be aiming for? That’s a question we get all the time.
Do you know the 5 symptoms of diabetes?
Knowing the symptoms of diabetes is such important information. Once you understand what to look for, you’ll be able to share this knowledge with others.
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Let’s talk about what people with diabetes ‘should’ eat
If there’s one topic sure to get people shouting in all caps, it’s what people with diabetes ‘should’ eat. Bridget McNulty has a few opinions
Free recipe! Healthy low carb, low cost snack
Snacking with diabetes is hard. What are you supposed to eat that doesn’t spike your blood sugar? That’s why we’re delighted to share this healthy,
Do you have any tips for managing diabetes on a budget?
Managing diabetes on a budget is a challenge! We asked our community for tips – take a look below, and you may be surprised at