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07 July 2008
Low GI diet reduces cancer risk
 
A new Italian study says a low Glycemic Index diet may reduce the risk of developing cancer.
 
02 July 2008
Medicare item looks to prevention
 
The Federal Government has introduced a new Medicare item aimed at identifying people at high risk of type 2 diabetes and stopping the disease before it is diagnosed.
 
03 July 2008
Diabetes link for men whose sisters have PCOS
 
Men whose sisters have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) are at higher risk of type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome.
 
26 June 2008
People with type 1 satisfied with newer insulins
 
People with type 1 diabetes who take the newer insulin analogues report greater satisfaction and better quality of life.
 

10 steps to good health with diabetes

Having diabetes requires a long-term commitment to manage your wellbeing.

Good diabetes management requires you to follow a healthy lifestyle that includes regular physical activity, healthy eating and regular appointments with your diabetes team.

What can you do?

Step 1
Follow a healthy eating plan which is low in fat, particularly saturated fat, high in fibre and includes carbohydrates in each meal.

Step 2
Participate in regular planned physical activity - aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise on most days.

Step 3
Monitor your blood glucose levels and aim to keep them in your recommended range. Your range and the frequency of testing should be determined by your diabetes team.

Step 4
Have your blood pressure and cholesterol checked and treated as required.

Step 5
If you drink alcoholic beverages, do so in moderation.

Step 6
Don't smoke.

Step 7
Check your feet daily for any changes.

Step 8
Have regular eye examinations.

Step 9
See your doctor regularly.

Step 10
Maintain a positive 'stay well' attitude.

 

How we can help

As another source of information and support, our dietitians, diabetes educators and exercise physiologists are available over the phone during business hours to answer your questions. We also produce a range of printed material and downloads on a large number of diabetes related topics.

For more information please call our Customer Care Line on 1300 136 588 or Contact Us.

Page last updated: 17 March 2008

 

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