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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 young Indian type 2 diabetic woman looking out from behind a veil.
‘Ineligible for marriage’ – A single, female, Bengali diabetic’s counter-argument
March 16, 2026

Nirvaanika is a single, female type 2 diabetic. She’s often heard that being diabetic makes her less eligible for marriage. She disagrees, and so should you.

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.

Diabetes-friendly recipes

Artist's impression of apple halwa.
Apple halwa

This apple halwa is a delicious dessert that offers the complete package for diabetics. A mouth-watering treat, it's guaranteed to satisfy your sweet craving.

Photo of vegetable smoothie (cucumber, carrot, lemon, ginger, spinach).
Vegetable smoothie (cucumber, carrot, lemon, ginger, spinach)

This vegetable smoothie is a refreshing detox drink that’s perfect in the summer. It’s also a great option for diabetics, helping to lower blood glucose levels.

Photo of buckwheat dosa with beetroot chutney.
Buckwheat dosa with beetroot chutney

South Indian-inspired, buckwheat dosa with beetroot chutney is tasty and nutritious. High in protein and fibre, it's a great addition to a diabetes meal plan.

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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