03 Apr

Posted at 15:24h in Blood Sugar Management, Diabetes Education, Diabetes Management, Health Motivation, High Blood Sugar, Insulin Resistance, Lifestyle Medicine, Nutrition & Diet, Preventive Health, Reversing Type 2 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes

Artificial sweeteners are everywhere. If you've picked up a sugar-free yoghurt, a diet drink, or even some chewing gum today, you've probably had them. So what are they, and should you be worried if you're managing type 2 diabetes? I'm Dr Nerys Frater. I'm a GP and founder of The Lifestyle Clinic, and...

21 Mar

Posted at 14:53h in Behavioural Health, Blood Sugar Management, Diabetes Education, Diabetes Management, Emotional Health, Health Motivation, High Blood Sugar, Lifestyle Medicine, Nutrition & Diet, Prediabetes, Reversing Type 2 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes

Many people believe that type 2 diabetes is simply about eating too much sugar — or that it’s something you can’t avoid if it runs in the family. But neither of those things is entirely true. Type 2 diabetes is far more complex, and understanding the real drivers behind it can completely...

09 Feb

Posted at 03:22h in Blood Sugar Management, Chronic Disease Management, Diabetes Education, Diabetes Management, Emotional Health, Health Motivation, High Blood Sugar, Insulin Resistance, Lifestyle Medicine, Metabolic Syndrome, Nutrition & Diet, Prediabetes, Preventive Health, Reversing Type 2 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes

Have you ever felt frustrated by how unpredictable your blood sugar can be? Maybe you’ve tried “doing the right things” with food, but the numbers still won’t budge — or progress feels painfully slow. Here’s the encouraging news: there are simple, actionable steps you can take today that can start improving your...

02 Feb

Posted at 02:07h in Behavioural Health, Blood Sugar Management, Diabetes Education, Diabetes Management, Health Motivation, High Blood Sugar, Lifestyle Medicine, Nutrition & Diet, Prediabetes, Preventive Health, Reversing Type 2 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes

It’s a New Year and many of us have set an intention to improve our health, and in particular lose weight. But I also see many people go all in without setting themselves up properly. We know that willpower is fickle. It deserts us when we need it the most. It...

26 Jan

Posted at 13:39h in Behavioural Health, Blood Sugar Management, Diabetes Education, Diabetes Management, Health Motivation, High Blood Sugar, Insulin Resistance, Lifestyle Medicine, Nutrition & Diet, Prediabetes, Preventive Health, Reversing Type 2 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes

Imagine this scenario, one I see all too often as a GP. You’re sitting in the surgery when the doctor tells you that you have type 2 diabetes. It can feel as though the floor has been pulled from beneath you. Many people feel overwhelmed, confused, and frightened. You may be...

18 Jan

Posted at 09:25h in Behavioural Health, Blood Sugar Management, Diabetes Education, Diabetes Management, Emotional Health, Health Motivation, High Blood Sugar, Insulin Resistance, Lifestyle Medicine, Nutrition & Diet, Prediabetes, Preventive Health, Reversing Type 2 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes

Let me ask you something: How many times have you tried to make a change in your lifestyle, only to find yourself right back where you started? Perhaps you began a new diet, joined a gym, or promised yourself that this time would be different… only for it to feel overwhelming,...

09 Jan

Posted at 13:50h in Blood Sugar Management, Diabetes Education, Diabetes Management, Health Motivation, Nutrition & Diet, Prediabetes, Preventive Health, Type 2 Diabetes

If you’ve recently received that heartsink letter or unexpected telephone call from your GP telling you that you’ve got pre-diabetes, you’re not alone. Many people describe that first moment as a shock — something they weren’t expecting, or something they didn’t fully understand. You’re left with more questions than answers: What...

17 Dec

Posted at 04:20h in Blood Sugar Management, Diabetes Education, Diabetes Management, Health Motivation, Lifestyle Medicine, Nutrition & Diet, Prediabetes, Preventive Health, Reversing Type 2 Diabetes

Can you believe it’s already December? This time of year always seems to fly by in a whirlwind of celebrations, obligations, and all the tempting treats that come with the holidays. If you’ve been feeling like your health goals might take a back seat this month, let me reassure you: staying...

09 Dec

Posted at 13:30h in Blood Sugar Management, Diabetes Education, Diabetes Management, Health Motivation, High Blood Sugar, Insulin Resistance, Nutrition & Diet, Prediabetes, Preventive Health, Reducing Cholesterol, Reversing Type 2 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Weight Management

Christmas shouldn’t feel like a health setback — especially if you’re living with type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, or you’re simply worried about your energy and blood sugar spikes this month. You don’t need to “be good”, avoid desserts, or sit out the celebrations. You just need a few small, clever...

28 Nov

Posted at 03:59h in Blood Sugar Management, Diabetes Education, Diabetes Management, Health Motivation, High Blood Sugar, Nutrition & Diet, Prediabetes, Preventive Health, Reversing Type 2 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes

If you’ve ever wondered why your sugar cravings feel so powerful — or why “just saying no” never seems to work — I want you to know this: Your cravings are not a sign of weakness. They’re a completely normal response to your biology, brain chemistry, and environment. In this blog, I’ll walk...

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