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Your easy guide to all things diabetes.

Your easy guide to all things diabetes.

Stories from the diabetes community

A female Indian type 2 diabetic bride.
The matchmaker rejected me – How diabetes affects marriage proposals in India
July 6, 2026

Because of her diabetes, Nirvaanika was rejected by matchmakers. But she’s come to terms with it and understands her diabetes isn’t a weakness. It’s a strength.

A female, Indian type 2 diabetic starting a new job.
What you need to know when managing a diabetic employee
June 22, 2026

People with chronic illnesses can be incredibly hard workers. Here are 7 tips from a type 2 diabetic to get the best performance from a diabetic employee.

A female Indian type 2 diabetic holding her purse.
Insulin in my purse – Life as a diabetic, professional working woman in India
June 8, 2026

Nirvaanika is a professional working woman in Kolkata. But she’s also a type 2 diabetic. Here’s what she’s learned, balancing diabetes and her career.

Diabetes-friendly recipes

Artist's impression of chicken and zucchini curry with cauliflower rice.
Chicken and zucchini curry with cauliflower rice

Boasting rich flavours, this chicken and zucchini curry with cauliflower rice is a perfect addition to a diabetes-friendly meal plan. Easy to make and low carb.

Photo of diabetes-friendly butter chicken.
Diabetes-friendly butter chicken

Butter chicken is a classic Indian dish. Creamy and flavourful, this diabetes-friendly version uses low-fat yoghurt and coconut milk and is even more healthy.

Photo of masala prawns.
Masala prawns

This masala prawns dish is perfect for indulging in seafood without raising your sugar level. Full of aromatic spices and succulent prawns, but low in carbs.

Diabetes informational articles

A type 2 diabetic donating blood.
Can diabetics donate blood?

Controlling your diabetes and keen to donate blood, but wondering can diabetics donate blood? Learn everything you need to know about diabetic blood donation.

A type 1 diabetic enjoying her travels on a bushwalk in Australia, wearing a continuous glucose monitor.
Diabetes and travel – 17 top tips to travel safe and stress-free

Keen to travel as a diabetic? It’s possible to effectively manage both diabetes and travel. These tips can help keep you stress-free and in control.

A doctor checking a diabetic patient's medical data through their personal health record app.
The importance of a personal health record app in diabetes management

Want to know if a personal health record app could help your diabetes management? Jigar, a HealthTech app developer, gives a comprehensive overview.

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