It’s all about connections
A diagnosis of diabetes can be scary and isolating. There’s a lot to take in, and health-wise, things can change rapidly. In this issue, we speak to people who are determined to overcome that isolation and support others in the same situation. On page 14, meet Ange Liston-McCaughley, who founded the Type 1 Foundation after her daughter was diagnosed at nine. Then see our feature on page 112 about online support groups.
Of course, if you’re looking for delicious recipes, we’ve got plenty in this issue (from page 16). Our cover star is a fab low-carb cheesecake (page 69) that’s ideal for a dinner party. There are also easy mid-week meals, flavour-packed marinades and sun-kissed recipes from the Mediterranean, considered the world’s healthiest diet.
Weight management and diabetes are two topics that are closely linked, and our book extract by Professor Roy Taylor (page 106) looks at how rapid weight loss – via meal-replacement products – could be the key to escaping type 2. Bariatric surgery is another potential weight-loss method if diet alone hasn’t worked (page 86).
If you own a pet, you already know the joy an animal can bring. But did you know there are health benefits too? See page 96. I’m already the humble servant of a cat, but am thinking of adding a dog to this mix, so this story added to my enthusiasm.
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Until next time.