Living well with diabetes

For adults living with type 1 diabetes

Are you a confident carb counter but want to know how high-protein and high-fat meals impact your blood glucose levels? Then this presentation is for you! Join us as one of our experienced dietitians walks you through everything you need to know about high-fat and high-protein meals to manage your blood glucose levels with confidence.

In this 60-minute online session you'll learn:

• how high-protein and high-fat meals affect your blood glucose levels
• the reasons behind delayed and prolonged rises in your blood glucose levels from these types of meals
• approaches to insulin adjustment for high-protein and high-fat meals.

One of our experienced accredited practising dietitians will cover this content in a 40-minute presentation followed by 20 minutes of Q&A.

For adults living with type 2 diabetes

Are you frustrated by conflicting diabetes information? Wondering if type 2 diabetes can be reversed, if it's okay to eat sugar, or if starting insulin changes your diagnosis? You're not alone.

Join our expert-led presentation as they show you how to sort facts from fiction so you can feel empowered with the right knowledge to manage your diabetes with confidence.

In this 60-minute online session you'll learn:

• the truth behind common diabetes myths
• how to find trusted sources of diabetes information
• why individualised approaches are key to managing diabetes well.

One of our credentialled diabetes educators will cover this content in a 40-minute presentation followed by 20 minutes of Q&A.

For adults living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes

Do you feel stressed by the daily demands of diabetes? Are you concerned about how it's affecting your health, especially your diabetes? You're not alone. Join us as our health experts explain why we feel stress and show you practical tools to reduce and manage stress effectively.

In this 60-minute online session, you'll learn:

• what happens in your body when you experience stress
• how stress can affect your diabetes management
• what diabetes distress is and symptoms to look out for
• practical tips for managing and reducing stress
• simple strategies to boost your overall happiness
• where to find emotional health resources and support.

One of our experienced health professionals will cover this content in a 40-minute presentation followed by 20 minutes of Q&A.

For adults living with type 2 diabetes

You probably know physical activity is key to managing type 2 diabetes. But for many, it can be hard to find the time, or even know where to start. If this sounds familiar then please join us as we show you how to easily make physical activity and other healthy habits part of your daily routine.

In this 60-minute online session you'll learn:

• how different types of physical activity can benefit you
• simple but effective ways to be more physically active
• the power of habit stacking and how to do it
• other key healthy habits that help you manage diabetes well
• practical tips to build healthy habits that last.

One of our experienced health professionals will cover this content in a 40-minute presentation followed by 20 minutes of Q&A.

For adults living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes

Do you find the topic of sugar and artificial sweeteners confusing? If so, you're not alone. They have been a topic of hot debate for decades. Join us as we dive into the world of sugar and sweeteners and deliver facts, expert guidelines, and practical advice.

During this 60-minute online session, you will learn:

• the impact different types of sugars have on health
• expert recommendations for daily sugar intake
• how to spot sugar in a typical meal plan
• how different types of sweeteners impact blood glucose levels
• practical tips to identify sugar in packaged foods
• the benefits, drawbacks, and safety of using artificial sweeteners.       

One of our experienced accredited practising dietitians will cover this content in a 40-minute presentation followed by 20 minutes of Q&A.

For adults living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes

As someone living with diabetes, you probably know you have an increased risk for diabetes-related foot problems. But do you know why or what you can do about it?

Join us in this session as one of our leading diabetes educators explains the 'why' and shows you simple foot care strategies that will help protect the health of your feet now and in the future.

In this 60-minute online session, you'll learn:

• how diabetes impacts foot health and what it means for you
• the importance of daily foot checks and what to look for
• practical tips and examples of recommended footcare wear
• what the different foot-risk categories mean and why you should know your risk
• general guidelines on when to have your feet checked by a health professional.

One of our credentialled diabetes educators will cover this content in a 40-minute presentation followed by 20 minutes of Q&A.

For adults living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes

Have you recently started using insulin or perhaps you've been using insulin for a while and want to refresh your knowledge? Then join us in this comprehensive session, where our leading health experts will guide you through everything you need to know about insulin to use it safely and with confidence.

In this 60-minute online session, you'll learn:

• how insulin works in your body to manage your blood glucose levels
• how to recognise and treat signs of low and high blood glucose levels
• strategies to reduce your risk of having a hypo (low blood glucose levels)
• the different types of insulin available to manage your diabetes
• essential tips for insulin storage and safe disposal of sharps
• correct steps to inject insulin safely and effectively
• safety guidelines for driving when using glucose-lowering medication or insulin
• practical advice when traveling with insulin.

One of our experienced health professionals will cover this content in a 40-minute presentation followed by 20 minutes of Q&A.

For adults living with type 1 diabetes

Do you worry about having a hypo when exercising? If so, you're not alone. Join our diabetes experts for this presentation as they guide you through practical steps to manage type 1 diabetes so you can exercise safely and confidently.

In this 60-minute online session, you'll learn:

• how exercise types, intensity, and duration can impact your BGLs
• the best times for checking your BGLs when exercising
• practical steps to manage type 1 diabetes so you can exercise safely
• insulin management tips to reduce the risk of hypos
• how training and hydration can influence your BGLs
• strategies to prevent delayed-onset hypos.

One of our experienced health professionals will cover this content in a 40-minute presentation followed by 20 minutes of Q&A.

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