Hi there, I was wondering if you could be so kind as to assist me in the following request. My girlfriend has been a Type…
Hi there, I was wondering if you could be so kind as to assist me in the following request. My girlfriend has been a Type…
Every Wednesday at 8pm, the Sweet Life diabetes community gathers together on Facebook (over at Diabetic South Africans) to talk about all things diabetic.
Our daughter was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes two weeks ago. Up to then, she spent up to 6 hours a day on the tennis court in her quest to become a pro.
Have you always wanted to see your name in lights? We can’t quite help out with that, but we are looking for some more testimonials to add to our homepage… So we can put your name in Sweet Life lights!
Some tips on exercising with diabetes – what to do with blood sugar, how to snack and exercise and all you need to know as a diabetic who wants to exercise.
This short documentary shows a mother’s efforts to manage her daughter’s daily struggle with a life-threatening condition: Type I diabetes.
Did you miss out on the Durban Diabetes Walk last year? Never fear – it’s going to happen in March this year! Here’s all the info you need…
Here’s a taste of Sweet Life editor Bridget McNulty’s experience with Type 1 diabetes and pregnancy… Published in The Daily News…
This World Diabetes Day, let’s make sure everyone we know is aware of the five symptoms of diabetes and gets themselves tested – share this now!
In issue 12 of Sweet Life magazine we interviewed insulin pump expert (and user) Imke Kruger about her experiences with the insulin pump…
Every year the Sweet Life team is amazed at what the Changing Diabetes Cycle Relay team manage to achieve – And this year is no different…
Sweet Life editor Bridget McNulty was given the chance to test out the latest blood glucose meter on the market. Here’s what she had to say…
One of the questions we get asked all the time is how to treat kids with diabetes… After all, the usual going out for a milkshake doesn’t really apply!
In issue 10 of Sweet Life magazine, we give some great blood sugar testing tips… Here are some more tips to bear in mind from Diabetes Nurse Educator Kate Bristow…
The latest diabetes-related research suggests that those who have Type 2 diabetes may reap more benefit from eating two large meals a day…
Are you a fan of Patrick Holford? Author of Say No To Diabetes: 10 healthy ways to prevent or reverse diabetes; Good Medicine: Safe…
Did you know? There’s an International Footcare Foundation conference taking place in Cape Town in July this year – with a special emphasis on diabetes.…
Hi, My son was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes about a year and a half ago. His HbA1c hasn’t been great for the last few…
Good day Two weeks ago we just found out that my husband has diabetes Type 1. To be honest we were both in shock, especially…
Hello, I am using Lantus Solostar and due to medical aid restraints have to change. I have been given a Lilly Humapen Savvio and would…
Here are some interesting facts and tips from Diabecinn about foot ulcers… See what you think! A recent US study by The Analysis Group showed…
Check out these fantastic footcare tips from Recharge Your Feet and contact them for more details: Website: www.rechargeyourlife.co.za Phone: 0861 477 915 Email: info@rechargeyourlife.co.za
This month, we welcome a new member to our Panel of Experts – Dr. Claudine Lee, a GP from Hilton in KZN with a special…
Here at Sweet Life, we love supporting anyone who is offering free healthcare advice and services to those in need. Take a look at what…
Hi there, all My gorgeous son, David, was diagnosed with Type 1 in January this year. He’s 2 years and 9 months old. I was…
Hello all you diabetics! Firstly, I was diagnosed with Type-1 at the age of 4. I recently turned 31, so 27 years of insulin dependency…
Would you like to stand a chance to WIN a 6 month supply of diabetic supplements? Of course you would! Simply head over to www.sweetlife.org.za/win…
Here’s some advice from Novo Nordisk for teachers with diabetic children in their classroom… One of the many challenges facing busy educators today is how…
Hi, I am a South African grade 1 teacher, with a delightful little diabetic child in my class. I am required to monitor his glucose,…
Hello! My granddaughter who has Type 1 diabetes is going with us for 2 weeks to Mauritius by boat. I am very unsure how to…
Hi there I am new to this site. Last night I was at the casualty section of Wilgeheuwel Hospital in Joburg because my 2 year-8-month…
The festive season is just around the corner – and with it, all kinds of delicious temptations! We asked Sweet Life dietician Genevieve Jardine to share…
Hi. I am a 47 year old man who has been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure since 2010. For diabetes I…
Today we’re joined here on Sweet Life by Keketso Semoko, known to millions as Isidingo’s Ma Agnes, in her new and very important role –…
Did you catch Sweet Life editor Bridget McNulty on Doctor’s Orders on SABC3 this month? No? Missed it? Never fear, we have the clip for…
… Here at Sweet Life is to make sure that YOU are getting your own, free copy of Sweet Life. So tell us: 1. Are…
Tomorrow, Thursday 14th November 2013, is National Diabetes Day: a day to celebrate diabetes! Woolworths is celebrating the day by giving free dietician-led tours of…
From 7th to 9th November 2013, a bit of history is being made on South African soil as an all-diabetic cycling team cycle 1 200km…
It’s National Diabetes Month – the perfect time to get involved in spreading diabetes awareness… Here are some great ways to get involved: Join Sweet…
Here at Sweet Life magazine, we’re always learning new things… As I’m sure you know, diabetes is a condition that has endless layers of information,…
Want to use this infographic somewhere and need it high res? Email us and we’ll happily send it to you – we want to share…
Do you live in Gauteng? Check out this helpful congress next month! “We have an annual congress in October every year for people with diabetes…
Looking for a change in your Type 2 diabetic life? Take a look at this diabetic retreat that one of our Sweet Life diabetes community…
Hello, I have been a diabetic Type 1 for the past 17 years. My levels are up and down but under control. I go to…
Over 60 million people worldwide suffer from glaucoma, and don’t know about it… Eyecare Awareness Month is from 23rd September to 10th October this year,…
Hip hip hooray! Happy 90th birthday to Novo Nordisk, one of South Africa’s favourite insulin manufacturers. Here’s what they have to say about the momentous…
Hello. My 14 year old son was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes last year. I want to bring to your attention an initiative that I…
Did you enjoy the article on trail running for diabetics in issue 6 of Sweet Life magazine? Here are some more fantastic trails for you…
In issue 6 of Sweet Life magazine, our fabulous dietician Genevieve Jardine shared some great ideas for Meals at the speed of life… Looking for…