January 2024

Introduction Living with a chronic condition is challenging, and for many, the complexities of managing multiple health concerns can be overwhelming. One intriguing question that often arises is whether there is a connection between gout and diabetes. Let’s delve into this relationship and explore the factors that link these two conditions. Understanding Gout Gout is […]

Introduction Living with Type 2 diabetes (T2D) undoubtedly presents its share of challenges, making the daily grind even more demanding. Recently, a patient visited me, sharing her struggles with uncontrolled diabetes, but what struck me were the multitude of life challenges contributing to her exhaustion. From work treats she couldn’t enjoy to a broken washing

When it comes to the intersection of diabetes and eating disorders (EDs), there’s an aspect often overshadowed – the impact on males. Traditionally, research has primarily focused on females, but understanding how these disorders uniquely manifest in men is crucial for effective care and dismantling stigmas surrounding EDs in the male population. What are Eating

Let’s talk about hormones – those fascinating messengers that play a crucial role in our daily dance with life! Imagine them as stealthy spies, quietly transmitting messages to specific cells throughout our body. We usually only notice them when they go a bit rogue, missing their targets or veering off their mission. To grasp the

Introduction: Living with diabetes necessitates consistent monitoring and documentation of various health metrics to ensure effective management of the condition. Traditionally, individuals relied on handwritten notes to record and analyse this data. However, the landscape of diabetes management has evolved with the advent of technology, introducing smartphone apps equipped with Bluetooth connectivity. In this blog

Living with Type 1 diabetes involves both biological and psychological aspects that can increase the risk of developing an eating disorder. Some factors contributing to this heightened risk include: Some individuals refer to the experience of having disordered eating alongside type 1 diabetes as ‘T1DE’ or ‘diabulimia,’ even though ‘T1DE’ is not an officially recognized

NHS England has introduced a novel tool to assist individuals with type 1 diabetes in comprehending the available options within the NHS. Professor Partha Kar unveiled the decision support tool, crafted to empower people in understanding the NHS offerings. This tool serves as a valuable resource, facilitating discussions between individuals managing type 1 diabetes and

Let’s talk about diabetes on a global scale – breaking down myths, sharing facts, and spreading awareness. It’s crucial to understand the reality of this condition that impacts millions of lives worldwide. Myth: Diabetes is not serious. Fact: Diabetes is a rapidly growing chronic condition affecting people across the globe. In 2021 alone, it caused