There are some questions that only diabetics know how to ask – and answer… This is your space to ask any questions you like – and give answers to the rest of the community. Image credit Share your experience, your tips and advice, and your challenges with diabetes on this page. Please bear in mind [...]
Check out www.sweetlife.mobi
Image credit Are you on the move a lot of the time? Don’t sit in front of a computer much? Still want to keep up to date with Sweet Life’s community blog? Simply visit our mobi site – www.sweetlife.mobi – on your cellphone, for all the same posts you enjoy right here. Email us any [...]
Effervescent drinks?
Hi there, I enjoy a vitamin effervescent drink in the mornings–like Berocca, superdine, pharmatron ect. My question—are these drinks okay for diabetics? Thank you. – Frank
Type 2 diabetic daily diet
I guess this question should have been forwarded to a Dietician but I am sure you will pass it on. Being a Type 2 diabetic my usual breakfast consists of two slices of low G.I. bread turned into toast with butter and Bovril, only after a Glucophage tablet has been taken. Lunch is also a [...]
Reader recipe: Sweet potato wedges
Image credit One of our readers, Jenna Ferguson, wrote in with this fabulous sweet potato recipe. Here’s what she said: “I have another good recipe that I tried with our Sunday Lunch: Sweet Potato Wedges. Cut sweet potato into small wedges and arrange on baking tray. Drizzle with a little olive oil and salt. Melt [...]
Diabetic dietary changes
Hello, Just found out that my dad in-law has 7.2 count blood sugar. I would like to find out more about how he should change his diet, e.g. – white rice now what should he eat – etc… fruits can and cannot eat, beverages, replacement for sweets biscuits etc… he loves those. In his morning [...]
Metabolic syndrome and diabetes
Hi there, I came across your website while surfing for information. I understand that it’s for people already suffering with diabetes but I am hoping you won’t mind giving me some direction. If one has been warned that the symptoms your bloods uncovered MAY indicate ‘metabolic syndrome’ would it be wise for me to purchase [...]
Carb counting for diabetic kids
Image credit If you’re trying to find a way to put together healthy lunchboxes and snacks that still taste great, check out these great tips from Novo Nordisk: Keeping tabs on children of any age can be a challenge, but keeping tabs on a child living with diabetes adds on to that challenge. One of [...]
Insulin resistant, pre-diabetic or diabetic?
Hi, I have had my fasting blood sugar tested recently and my doctor told me it was too high at 12. He has prescribed Metformin. How does one tell or distinguish if one is: 1. Insulin resistant 2. Pre-diabetic 3. Diabetic Regards, Stefan Note from the Editor: I’m not a doctor, Stefan, but as I [...]
Insulin pumps for children
Hi there, I need to hear from people that have had exposure/ experience with children using insulin pumps for Type 1 Diabetes. How old are the children? How easily have the children adapted to it? Does it control the levels better? Any useful information really when it comes to children that have used insulin pumps [...]
How to get an insulin pump?
Hi, I have extreme problems with high sugar levels. I was recently in Unitas Hospital where Dr Moolman recommended that I must get an insulin pump as soon as possible. The problem is that I cannot afford one. I’m trying now to apply for one the Department of Health but are having problems there as [...]
Sore joints and burning feet
Hi there, My joints are sore, and my feet burn! What can I use? It’s especially bad at night… Thanks! Monica
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