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.

New you for the new year

OUR EXPERTS

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

Take this to heart

YOUR healthy life • The latest facts & global news that’ll help you take charge of your wellbeing

Q&A ASK ELISSA • My 20-year-old daughter was diagnosed approximately six months ago with type 1. What are some tips or strategies you would recommend when it comes to talking about diabetes?

Q&A ASK DR LINJAWI • I am going overseas on holiday and need some advice as, now on insulin injections, I am worried about travelling.

Q&A ASK DR CLARKE • How do I deal with the ‘diabetes police’?

BIG RED success • A father and son have put in a marathon – and musical – effort to raise funds for research

ASK YOUR pharmacist • TerryWhite Chemmart pharmacist Chris Campbell answers some questions about losing weight, health checks and prescription medications.

Q&A ASK CHRIS • I’m taking a few different medications, and keep missing doses because I can’t keep track of what to take when. How can I streamline everything?

5 days 5 dinners • Spice up your weekday meal times with these delicious recipes

YOUR shopping list

Power lunches • Avoid afternoon blahs with a midday meal that will keep your energy levels fully charged

MAD FOR matcha • Add a healthy flavour hit to your morning yoghurt and fruit with a little green tea powder

Daily bread • Rise to the challenge and bake your own – it’s easy and fun

HEALTHY snacks & nibbles • These nutrient-packed snacks are ideal options if you’re looking for a quick boost in energy levels

RIPE FOR THE picking • Grab these high-fibre fruit delights while they’re farm fresh

FRIDAY NIGHT spicy • Start your weekend right with these delicious and flavourful feasts

TOAST TO SUMMER • These fizzy, fruity and refreshing cocktails and mocktails are perfect for sipping on a beautifully warm day

Enjoy responsibly • If your healthcare provider says it’s OK for you to drink alcohol, then follow these tips to sip safely:

Side hustle • Busy weeknights? Last-minute guests? These ready-in-minutes-sides have you covered

Decadent DESSERTS • You’ll have the festive season covered with these classics with a twist

Drink your veg! • Pack in all the goodness of leafy greens, vegies and fruit, and benefit from all their natural fibre and nutrients, in just one glass

Have your cake & EAT IT, TOO! • Overripe bananas and simple recipe swaps are all you need for better-for-you baking

Lentils • Fast-cooking, fibre-rich lentils lend their nutrition superpowers to this classic Indian dish

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

COMPLETELY crackers • You can still get that satisfying crunch with a lower carb load

Healthy summer • Tuck into warm-weather fruits and veg with these helpful tips and refreshing snacks, all from our food editor Alison Roberts

QUICK FRUITY SNACKS

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

living well

DIABETES summer holiday SURVIVAL GUIDE • Silly season can be a silent nightmare if you’re weight-watching, or have diabetes

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