Diabetic Living Australia

Diabetic Living features information on living well, exercise, news in the world of diabetes, real life stories and the popular and delicious recipes featured in every issue. It is the healthy lifestyle magazine focused not only on preventing and controlling diabetes but also providing readers with the latest news and products for their wellbeing.

Editor's Note

Just diagnosed • A diagnosis of diabetes can be scary at first – don't panic, we're here to help

Your healthy life • The latest global diabetes news

Here To Help • Whether you’re newly diagnosed with diabetes or need some support or information having lived with it for some time, there are organisations that can help, including…

5 Days Dinners • It's easy being green with these quick prep, no-cook, veg-forward meals!

Summer Colours • Make the most of the freshest seasonal ingredients such as silverbeet, zucchini and raspberries to make these vibrant summer dishes. Using produce that is currently in-season not only ensures you are getting fruit and veg that is superior quality, it is also likely to be grown locally and cheaper as it’s in peak supply.

Using Your Gadgets • Are your appliances hiding in cupboards or lurking in dusty corners? Pull them out and make them earn their keep!

Ready, Veg, Go! • Many of us automatically include vegetarian recipes in our weekly repertoire these days. It’s healthy, as well as being good for the finances. Whether you’re a fully-fledged vegie or you simply want to try something different, let these easy recipes give you some meat-free inspiration.

4 ways With Feta • Make one of our speedy feta-based meals – all on the table and ready to eat before you know it!

Fresh From The Can Fish • Canned tuna might not seem exciting, but it’s nutritious, delicious, and something that most people have sitting in their pantry

Winner, Winner • Our herbs and spices aren’t secret, but this glazed chicken dinner is still finger lickin’ good!

Stovetop Sensations • Keep the heat down and your energy costs low with these quick and easy stovetop meals, no oven required!

Let ’s Do Lunch • Say goodbye to dry, boring sandwiches! These healthy and delicious lunchbox ideas are perfect to take to work or school, or as a make-ahead option to grab from the fridge at home.

Fresh ‘N’ Fruity • Is there a more enjoyable way to get your daily servings of fruit in, than to include them in a dessert? Dive into these fresh and summery finishes!

Cook, eat, enjoy • Discover our supermarket favourites, learn kitchen hints, try some quick and easy recipes, all from food editor Alison Roberts

Plan your week, it’s easy! • Wondering what to eat this week? Try these delicious meal ideas

Our food explained • Every recipe in Diabetic Living is carefully created to help you enjoy a healthy, balanced diet

Diabetes And Coeliac Disease • Coeliac disease is more common in people with type 1 diabetes, and while not associated with type 2 diabetes, it can still develop in some people living with type 2. DL Magazine dietitian and diabetes educator, Dr Kate Marsh, explains what coeliac disease is, why it is more common in those with type 1, and how it can be managed alongside diabetes.

The Fastest Diet • In this extract from new book, The Fastest Diet, Dr Krista Varady shares her research about why intermittent fasting really works

Heart Health On a Budget • February is REDFEB: heart awareness month. In addition to encouraging people to wear red and donate, Heart Research Australia is raising awareness about how Australians can take control of their cardiovascular wellbeing without breaking the bank.

The Mediterranean diet • There’s a reason the Mediterranean diet continues to be popular....