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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…

Cook, eat, enjoy magic Mushrooms

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

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COOKING All our recipes are designed for a

5 Days 5 Dinners

Five gluten-free flavoursome and nutritious weeknight meals, already planned for you!

Beat The Clock

Turn back time with these quick and simple 15-minute recipes designed for big impact with less effort

Totally tasty Traybakes

Minimum fuss, maximum flavour. For easy prep and fast cleanup nothing beats a savoury one-pot dinner. Pile everything into one pan and let the oven do the work

Super Savers

Budget or bust? Here’s how to stay out of the red with these smart twists on meals that never stint on flavour

Flipping Good Omelette Fillings

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Gluten Free Express

These five quick and delicious recipes prove you can go gluten-free without fuss

A Splash Of India Paneer

Deeply flavourful and super nutritious, this easy lentil curry with extra greens and paneer will brighten your dinnertime

Asian infusion

These light and fresh dishes are packed with goodness and irresistable flavours – a little bit sweet, salty, sour and spicy – great for weekend lunch

Single Suppers

Forget picky plates and fridge tapas! You deserve a proper meal, even if dining solo. These quick, nutritious recipes hit the spot

Snack Attack

We all know that feeling! Try these when you just need

Casey Donovan More Than a Number

THE THEATRE HAS BECOME HOME FOR CASEY. ‘

Decoding The Ndss

The National Diabetes Services Scheme (aka the NDSS) provides access to a range of government-subsidised products, support and information services and programs to eligible Australians living with diabetes. Diabetic Living dietitian Dr Kate Marsh explains the benefits of joining the NDSS, how to register if you haven’t already, and the products, services and programs available.

7 Quick Fixes To Make life a bit better (Right Now)

Life can feel a little overwhelming sometimes. But the good news? You don’t need a total overhaul to feel better. Sometimes small, meaningful actions can lift your mood, help you feel more connected and remind you that you’re doing just fine. Here are seven quick emotional pick-me-ups that are simple to do – and can make your day noticeably brighter.

Your Diabetes Toolbox

We’ve got eight essential habits for long-term management and confidence

Keeping It real

Why it’s important to (re)set goals that actually fit your life.

Let’s Make A Plan

Planning for weight loss, rather than leaving things loose, can make a real difference on the scales explains CSRIO Total Wellbeing Dietitian Nicole Pritchard

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There’s no place like home

If, like many Australians, you’d like to spend your later years in the familiarity of your own home, we’ve got some ideas to help make that possible.

Health Overwhelm

Here’s how to cut through the noise and feel better

Stepping Out

Why walking might be the most powerful diabetes medication you’re not taking

my story “I Never Wanted To Be A Scared Little Kid Saying ‘I Can’t Do That’. If You Start Putting Limitations On Yourself, You Can’t Live The Life You Want.”

ANNIE HENDRIE, TYPE 1 W hen I was