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InDiabetes

Your easy guide to all things diabetes.

Your easy guide to all things diabetes.

Stories from the diabetes community

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.

An Indian type 2 diabetic mother with her young daughter.
Planning a family as a type 2 diabetic
January 19, 2026

When Nirvaanika was first diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, she was only worried about her blood sugar. But then she started planning a family.

Diabetes-friendly recipes

Artist's impression of a fenugreek and moong dal salad, with citrus dressing.
Fenugreek and moong dal salad with citrus dressing

This salad is invigorating, fresh and wholesome. Combining nutrient-packed fenugreek, protein-rich moong dal and a zesty citrus dressing it's a flavour delight.

Photo of singhare ka halwa (water chestnut halwa).
Singhare ka halwa (Water chestnut halwa)

This singhare ka halwa is made from dried water chestnut. Gluten free, it tastes great and is a diabetic-friendly option to replace traditional halwa.

Photo of low-fat paneer kheer.
Low-fat paneer kheer

Guaranteed to satisfy your sweet craving, this low-fat paneer kheer with cardamom flavour is a great dessert for diabetics. And it's low in calories and carbs.

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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