Diabetes updates From the artificial pancreas to new ways of testing blood sugar and more, we take a look at the future for those with…
Month: October 2017
Ask the dietician: Genevieve Jardine From our community: “My average blood sugar over the past few months was higher than it should have been, so…
How to test for diabetes is a big question… But before you start making excuses about not having time to go to your local clinic…
Foot problems are one of the things that those of us with diabetes need to watch out for. We’ve got some top tips to keep a healthy spring in your step.
How to start your own garden Always wanted to grow your own greens? Claire Barnardo gets you started this season. How often have you wished…
“My son has just been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes and we all feel like our world has been turned upside down. But he’s really…
Easy 20-minute workouts Who said getting fit has to be a big project? With these five 20-minute workouts, you’ll be on your way to getting…
The South African obesity statistics are terrifying. The Vitality ObeCity Index analysed data from Discovery Vitality members in six cities in South Africa (Bloemfontein, Cape…
Advice: living well with diabetes From Facebook (Diabetic South Africans): What does living well with diabetes look like for you? Tried changing my way of…
Diabetes symptoms in women Celeste Smith is no stranger to diabetes symptoms in women… She’s had gestational diabetes twice, including during her pregnancy with now-five-year-old…
Are you based in KwaZulu/Natal? If so, take a look at this fabulous Diabetes Ball! I wish I was there so I could go…
Do diabetics need supplements? Nicole McCreedy asks the experts: here’s what they have to say. Do diabetics need supplements? Like many other people with diabetes,…
Ask the dietician: Genevieve Jardine From the community: “I would like to understand the nutritional information printed on food labels – I’m new to it…
We were just sent this advice about raising children with diabetes… It takes a family to raise a diabetic child, as we all know! Do…
The HbA1c blood test is something that all diabetics should have every few months. But do you know what it is? Here are all the…
Want to make a difference in your community? Claire Barnardo shows you how to get involved. To change the world you don’t need to make…
“My son was just diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes and I want to know what to do about children’s parties and play dates? I don’t…
Looking for a sport that’s relaxing and good for you? Yoga is not only a fantastic form of strengthening exercise, it’s also great for calming…
We just heard about new studies at Duke University in the USA that may lead to an injection for Type 2 diabetes that could provide…
From Facebook (Diabetic South Africans): How do you treat yourself when you feel like something sweet? Sugar-free sweets! Keith I only have a tiny…
Diabetes-friendly food inspiration We chat to Ishay Govender, acclaimed foodie writer, about her love of cooking and how to make Indian food just as tasty…
Understanding Prescribed Minimum Benefits (PMBs) Did you know that if you have diabetes and you’re a member of a medical aid, they have to –…
Are there diabetic superfoods? Ask the dietician: Cheryl Meyer From our community: “Sometimes it feels like I’m constantly trying to juggle what I want to…