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InDiabetes

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 stuffed cabbage rolls.
Stuffed cabbage rolls

Loaded with fibre, these stuffed cabbage rolls with chana dal and veggies are delicious and healthy. They're also easy to make and diabetes-friendly.

Photo of soy granules kebab with mint yoghurt dip.
Soy granules kebab with mint yoghurt dip

Soy granules kebab with mint yoghurt dip is a great dish for any kind of gathering. They're flavourful, high in protein, and diabetes-friendly.

Photo of chicken curry.
Chicken curry

A symphony of flavours, this chicken curry is a delicate blend of exotic spices. Low in carbs, it's perfect for diabetics and won't harm blood sugar control.

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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