The Diabetes Diet Guide
Eating right is key when you’ve got diabetes. Too much of the wrong stuff, and your blood sugar can go haywire. It’s important to stick to set eating times to keep your blood sugar levels in check, but It’s not just about when you eat, but what you eat. Carbohydrates (carbs) for example, make your […]
Diabetes: The African Connection
Diabetes is a serious disease that can affect anyone, but studies show that people of African descent face a higher risk, particularly when it comes to type 2 diabetes. Even with this increased risk, YOU have the power to make better choices for your health. Let’s take a closer look. The Numbers & Why In […]
Diabetes: Understanding glucose levels
Managing diabetes can seem overwhelming, but understanding your blood glucose levels makes it much easier. Let’s break it down in a way that’s easy to follow and even easier to stick with. Why Testing is needed Testing your own blood sugar is a key part of managing diabetes and it’ll become part of your […]
The Diabetes Diet Guide
Eating right is key when you’ve got diabetes. Too much of the wrong stuff, and your blood sugar can go haywire. It’s important to stick to set eating times to keep your blood sugar levels in check, but It’s not just about when you eat, but what you eat. Carbohydrates (carbs) for example, make your […]
What’s the deal with Diabetes?
Diabetes is a topic that’s important but often misunderstood. You might be surprised to learn that in Africa, a whopping 24 million adults are living with diabetes, and half of them might not even know it. Let’s chat about what diabetes is and how we can tackle it together. So, what is Diabetes? Diabetes […]
Common Diabetic Disorders of the Skin
In 2021, it was reported that 1 in 22 adults in Africa, aged between 20 and 79, are living with diabetes. This equates to 24 million people. (1) If you have diabetes, you are likely to develop certain skin problems. Some skin conditions you may be prone to include, but are not limited to, the […]