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Diabetes Focus

Saving lives through diabetes information, education, and support.

The official online publication of Diabetes South Africa, published by Word for Word Media. Our aim is to inform, engage, and motivate people to lead a long and healthy life.
Occasionally English South Africa Health & Fitness · Education
32 Episodes
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Jo-Anne Campbell - my weight loss transformation

Jo-Anne Campbell shares how a major weight loss transformation has given her new-found confidence, motivation, and a love for running. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond…
5 Jun 7 min

Don't let the cold win - exercise

Retha Harmse explores safe outdoor exercise activities to keep you active in the colder months. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that can support…
5 Jun 7 min

The tell-tale signs of the skin

Dr Rakesh Newaj shares the tell-tale signs of the skin that can be indicative of underlying diabetes. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition that…
5 Jun 6 min

The "can you eat that" shame

Monique Marais addresses the shame that people with diabetes can experience when loved ones question or misunderstand their food choices. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond…
5 Jun 5 min

Are moods and blood glucose in children related?

Daniel Sher explores the mechanisms behind the relationship of moods and blood glucose and offers practical advice for parents and caregivers to better support their children. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement…
5 Jun 5 min

The role of the podiatrist

Lynette Lacock, an occupational health sister, highlights the role of the podiatrist in the healthcare team for those living with diabetes. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer…
5 Jun 4 min

Nourish your skin more in winter

Kate Bristow, a diabetes nurse educator, shares easy and practical tips to nourish and care for your skin during the colder months. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to…
5 Jun 5 min

What is diabetic amyotrophy?

Christine Manga, a diabetes nurse educator, clarifies what diabetic amyotrophy is and the necessary information you need to know. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday…
5 Jun 5 min

Unlocking the hidden healing potential of the human body

Veronica Tift enlightens us on the hidden healing potential of the human body and how you can tap into it. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond…
5 Jun 7 min

Navigating the post-meal roller coaster

Dr Paula Diab shares valuable tips for keeping blood glucose spikes in-check to avoid the post-meal roller coaster. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday nutrition…
5 Jun 13 min

Learning about glucagon

Estée van Lingen tells you everything that you need to know about glucagon, the hormone that raises blood glucose to treat a low in diabetes. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is…
5 Jun 7 min

Vaginal yeast infections - all you need to know

Gynaecologist, Sumayya Ebrahim, educates us on vaginal candidiasis, also known as vaginal yeast infections, and its link to diabetes. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated to offer beyond everyday…
5 Jun 5 min

Nathan Hendricks - hard work pays off

Nathan Hendricks will be competing in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. We catch up with the young swimmer to find out what this great achievement means to him. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced…
5 Jun 8 min

Time to understand time in range

Dr Angela Murphy expands on time in range and why it may become the most important of all glucose measurements in the future. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement is scientifically formulated…
5 Jun 9 min

Marilyn Nicolaisen - if you still breathe, there is hope

After a series of major health complications, Marilyn Nicolaisen chooses to focus on the positive with her life motto: if you still breathe, there is hope. This episode is brought to you by Lifegain ALL-IN-ONE Advanced Nutritional Supplement in the interest of education, awareness, and support. LIFEGAIN® Advanced Nutritional Supplement…
5 Jun 4 min

Seven ways to get the most out of apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is a kitchen staple that has several benefits including health, beauty, household, and cooking uses. Estée van Lingen tells us how to get the most out of it. Estée van Lingen is a registered dietitian practicing in Randburg and Fourways, Gauteng. She has been in private practice…
5 Jun 4 min

The merits of good diabetic nutrition

Learn about the six must-have foods for good diabetic nutrition, and when to add a nutritional supplement to fill any nutrient gaps. 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!…
8 Mar 5 min

Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease

Although chronic kidney disease is a progressive disease, the good news is that not everyone will go on to develop kidney failure. Dr Louise Johnson explains the stages, and why screening is imperative for people with diabetes. Dr Louise Johnson is a specialist physician passionate about diabetes and endocrinology. She…
8 Mar 9 min

Addison's disease and Type 1 diabetes

With Addison’s Disease Day on 29 May, Dr Angela Murphy explains the disease and how to manage it if you have Type 1 diabetes too. Dr Angela Murphy qualified as a specialist physician in 2000 and joined the Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital. Currently,…
8 Mar 10 min
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