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Living well with diabetes

Diabetes can be challenging, but many people are able to live well with the right support and information.

With clear guidance, taking the time to learn, and a few helpful habits, you can feel more confident managing your health day to day. This section of the website brings together resources that can help with the things that make a real difference such as eating well and staying active in ways you enjoy.

You’ll also find practical information on looking after your wellbeing, knowing how to manage your diabetes, and staying prepared for whatever life brings.

Diabetes is only one part of who you are, and with the right support, you can usually continue doing most, if not all, the things you love.

Explore the topics below to find practical resources to help you take care of your health and live well with diabetes.

 

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Everyday management

Advice about managing your diabetes including regular glucose checks and medication.

Mental health and emotional wellbeing

Steps to help you manage stress and support your wellbeing. 

Healthy eating

Advice on nutrition and planning meals.

Physical activity

Tips for getting and staying active and how this helps with managing diabetes.

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Weight management for type 2 diabetes

Guidance for managing your weight with type 2 diabetes.

Work and education

Managing diabetes in the workplace and in school, college or university. 

Sex, relationships and fertility

How diabetes can affect intimate relationships and fertility.

Pregnancy and diabetes

Planning a pregnancy, managing diabetes when you are pregnant and after your baby is born.

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Driving with diabetes

Tips on staying safe behind the wheel when you have diabetes. 

Travel and holidays

Advice about planning holidays when you have diabetes.