by Women's Health | Nov 14, 2017 | FitMama, Health
By Michelle October; photographs by Freepik “I didn’t know I had gestational diabetes until after [my son] was born.” Gestational diabetes is often pushed to the back of the line of important conditions to be on the lookout for. Type 2 Diabetes, The Big...
by Women's Health | Nov 14, 2016 | Health
By Belinda Barrett; photography by Pixabay A type-1 diabetic describes exactly what it feels like to experience hypoglycaemia – a dangerous blood sugar crash – and how to prevent it. First off, there’s a pretty big distinction between type-1 and type-2 diabetes. Put...
by Women's Health | Nov 2, 2016 | Health
It’s actually a complex disease that’s affecting an alarming number of the population. Here’s every myth you’ve ever heard, and what the truth is. The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) estimates that close to 2 million South African...
by Women's Health | Sep 15, 2016 | Health
By Michelle October Will this new medication change the game? If you or anyone you know have diabetes, you should know that it’s a chore. There are injections multiple times a day, carb-counting, and check-ups with doctors more often than anyone would like. But...
by Women's Health | Nov 17, 2015 | Food & Nutrition
It’s International Diabetes Month, so we’re taking a close look at our diets. Here are some easy healthy food swaps to make when you hit the grocery store, which can also help prevent diabetes. 1. Buy sweet potatoes over regular potatoes Sweet potatoes are lower...
