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...

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...

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 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...

17 Nov

Posted at 05:20h in Blood Sugar Management, Diabetes Education, Diabetes Management, Health Motivation, High Blood Sugar, Insulin Resistance, Nutrition & Diet, Reversing Type 2 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes

Have you ever wondered why so many health problems seem to appear at once? High blood pressure, high cholesterol, stubborn weight, pre-diabetes, type 2 diabetes, fatigue, low mood — they might seem unrelated, but in truth, they often share the same hidden cause. And because these problems are connected, the good news...

03 Nov

Posted at 03:34h in Blood Sugar Management, Diabetes Education, Diabetes Management, Health Motivation, High Blood Sugar, Insulin Resistance, Prediabetes, Preventive Health, Reversing Type 2 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Uncategorized

I am genuinely excited to share something with you today that’s been a true game-changer for so many people in my clinic and in our community. I speak to individuals who feel defeated by their sweet tooth, who have tried everything to get control of sugar cravings, only to feel...

29 Sep

Posted at 13:42h in Blood Sugar Management, Insulin Resistance, Lifestyle Medicine, Reversing Type 2 Diabetes

Have you ever wondered why some people develop type 2 diabetes while others don’t—despite living very similar lifestyles? Or perhaps you’ve come across the term “insulin resistance” and thought: “Is that me? Is it the same as diabetes? Should I be worried even if my blood sugar looks normal?” Many people...

07 Aug

Posted at 19:58h in Chronic Disease Management, Insulin Resistance, Metabolic Syndrome, Preventive Health

Have you ever felt like your health is slowly unravelling—one issue after another, as if someone knocked over the first domino and now you’re just waiting for the next to fall? Perhaps it began with a raised eyebrow at your routine check-up: “Your blood pressure’s a bit high.” A tablet is...

27 Jul

Posted at 20:07h in Insulin Resistance, Lifestyle Medicine, Nutrition & Diet, Reversing Type 2 Diabetes

If you’ve been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, it’s important to know that the condition often begins years before diagnosis. Insulin resistance silently develops, causing blood sugar levels to rise and creating long-term risks. But the good news? Understanding how it works is the first step in learning...