Diabetes Focus

Jane Mapfungautsi details how what she thought was a heart attack turned out to be peripheral neuropathy, a complication of poorly managed glucose levels.

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Finding the balance between body positivity and managing your diabetes is crucial, but it’s important to approach it holistically and sustainably. Monique Marais explains further.

Monique Marais is a registered social worker at Care@Midstream sub-acute, specialising in physical rehabilitation for the past 11 years. She has a passion for the medical field and assisting people to understand and manage their diagnoses, and the impact on their bio-psychosocial well-being.

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Nosisana Mankayi handles her diabetes with a calm head and determination to manage it, thanks to her parents showing her that it doesn’t have to be a struggle.

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Is it possible to enjoy alcohol if you have diabetes? Yes, however, the key message is to drink safely and smartly. Dr Paula Diab elaborates.

Dr Paula Diab is a diabetologist at Atrium Lifestyle Centre and is an extraordinary lecturer at the Dept of Family Medicine, University of Pretoria.

This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. Good diabetic nutrition doesn’t need to be tough! LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit Diabetes SA · Diabetes SA Facebook

Kate Bristow, a diabetes nurse educator, gives a rundown of all you need to know about sleep and screen time.

Sister Kate Bristow is a qualified nursing sister and certified diabetes educator. She currently runs a Centre for Diabetes from rooms in Pietermaritzburg, providing the network support required for the patients who are members of the diabetes management programme. She also helps patients who are not affiliated with a diabetes management programme on a private individual consultation basis, providing ongoing assistance and education to assist them with the self-management of their diabetes.

This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. Good diabetic nutrition doesn’t need to be tough! LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that can support chronic illness. Visit Diabetes SA · Diabetes SA Facebook

We learn tips for recording diabetes data, and how digital support, such as smartphone apps, make managing it so much easier. Visit RocheDiabetesCareMEA.com · Visit Diabetes SA · Diabetes SA Facebook

Estée van Lingen, a registered dietitian, explores the potential advantages of apple cider vinegar for diabetes management.

Estée van Lingen is a registered dietitian practising in Randburg and Fourways, Gauteng. She has been in private practice since 2014, is registered with the HPCSA as well as ADSA, and served on the ADSA Gauteng South Committee for 2020 – 2022. Visit SafariVinegar.co.za · Visit Diabetes SA · Diabetes SA Facebook

In a world where sweeteners have become a focus for people living with diabetes or wanting to lose weight, the Huletts EquiSweet range provides sweetness without the drawbacks of traditional sugar.

Estée van Lingen is a registered dietitian practising in Randburg and Fourways, Gauteng. She has been in private practice since 2014, is registered with the HPCSA as well as ADSA, and served on the ADSA Gauteng South Committee for 2020 – 2022. Visit HulettsSugar.co.za · Visit Diabetes SA · Diabetes SA Facebook