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South Africans with Diabetes

Do you have questions about living with diabetes in South Africa?

You're in very good company!

Please join us on South Africans with Diabetes where your host, Bridget McNulty, will interview diabetes experts to answer all those questions.
Occasionally English South Africa Health & Fitness · How To
20 Episodes

S1E07 What are the best diabetes medication tips?

Two super-helpful tips for people with Type 2 diabetes, and two super-helpful tips for people with Type 1. These are game changers! We know that a podcast about diabetes medication might not sound too exciting, but this one is! Because we’ve asked SA’s top diabetes experts what they wish people…
15 Apr 2021 11 min

S1E06 Is diabetes and depression common?

The short answer: yes! We unpack why diabetes and depression is so common, and what to do about it. Whether you’re feeling symptoms of diabetes distress or diabetes burnout, or you suspect you might be struggling with depression, we’re here for you. Here are the symptoms to look out for,…
8 Apr 2021 13 min

S1E05 I’ve just been diagnosed with diabetes… Now what?

If you’ve just been diagnosed with diabetes, you’re probably feeling realllly overwhelmed right now. We know, we’ve been there! Here’s only the most important information you need. Being diagnosed with diabetes is probably one of the most overwhelming experiences in life. All of a sudden there are so many rules!…
1 Apr 2021 14 min

S1E04 What is normal blood sugar?

How to find the magic range for normal blood sugar - not too low, not too high. What is normal blood sugar, and how do I get it? That’s the question we get asked all the time on Sweet Life. In this episode, we unpack what magic range we should…
25 Mar 2021 9 min

S1E03 What do I need to know about COVID-19 and diabetes?

All the latest, expert information about COVID-19 and diabetes in South Africa. Nothing else. If you’re feeling COVID fatigue, you’re not alone. But if you’re living with diabetes, it’s important to be informed when it comes to COVID-19 and diabetes: from how it affects diabetics to how to reduce your…
25 Mar 2021 13 min

S1E02 How do I reverse Type 2 diabetes?

There is actually a recipe for reversing Type 2 diabetes. Here it is. A few years ago, the idea of reversing Type 2 diabetes was crazy - now, it’s achievable, if you follow this simple recipe. Simple doesn’t mean easy, though. We break down the essentials of how to reverse…
25 Mar 2021 12 min

S1E01 How do I manage my diabetes?

Probably the most important question you’ll ask about living with diabetes. Here’s a simple answer. We know that managing diabetes can feel totally overwhelming. That’s why we asked SA’s top experts to make it simple for us. And they did! All you need to know is TEEL. Take your medication…
25 Mar 2021 14 min
 bonus  

Welcome to Season 1 brought to you by Abbott FreeStyle Libre.

Do you have questions about living with diabetes in South Africa? Join the club! Bridget McNulty will be answering your questions to help you live a healthy, happy life with diabetes. This podcast is brought to you by Abbott FreeStyle Libre.
1 Mar 2021 1 min