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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 confident, professional Indian type 2 diabetic woman.
How I communicate my needs as a diabetic, without feeling like a burden
March 2, 2026

As a diabetic, it can feel hard to speak up for yourself and your needs. Here are 5 tips from Lisa, a type 2 diabetic, who learned how to do it.

An Indian type 2 diabetic at home, smiling.
Living and caring in an all-diabetic household
February 16, 2026

Nirvaanika lives in her family home, where everyone has diabetes (herself and both her parents). She’s found that life can be hard. But also rewarding.

A small amount of Indian rupees.
The cost of care – How to manage diabetes on a tight budget
February 2, 2026

Lisa is a type 2 diabetic. When she married, she quickly realised she’d have to work out how to manage her diabetes with her husband, and how he could help.

Diabetes-friendly recipes

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Crumbed salmon with fried vegetables

Crumbed salmon with fried vegetables is a flavourful, satisfying dish that’s perfect for diabetics. It's rich in protein, omega-3, vitamins and minerals.

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.

Artist's impression of instant oats daleem.
Instant oats daleem

Instant oats daleem is a perfect diabetes-friendly recipe for busy individuals. Quick and nutritious, this low-carb dish is packed with protein, fibre and iron.

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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