Every year thousands of Australians are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. It can be overwhelming and the risk of diabetes-related complications can be too scary to think about.
But small changes can make a big difference to your health.
“If I Had Known…” features real people sharing advice they wished they’d known when they were first diagnosed, and the small changes they made to improve their health.
Dave’s tips
Dave’s tips
- Dump the junk food and takeaways. Healthy eating is worth the effort.
- Just start moving. Exercise until it’s a habit.
- Get help, get checked and get on top of it.
Dave started with small changes. Now he’s living well with type 2 diabetes. Find out how.
- Experiment with exercise, find something you enjoy and stick with it.
- Don’t be afraid to reach out for help. There’s support to get you through this.
- Choose the right food for you. There’s no single diet.
Ros was worried about her health. She made small changes and feels like a new person. Find out how.
- Work out the best way to workout. Short sessions can be better than a big burst.
- Don’t put it off like me. The sooner you change, the sooner you’ll feel the benefits.
- Try to change more than one thing. It’s not easy, but you’ll get better results.
Nitesh made changes. They weren’t huge but they made a big difference to his health. Find out how.
- No one expects you to run a marathon. The important thing is to get moving.
- Don’t let diabetes take over. Make it part of a routine and enjoy life again.
- You can eat well and still have the occasional treat. Just don’t overindulge.
Julie is happier and healthier than she’s ever been. She kept making small changes. Find out how.
Proudly supported by AstraZeneca Australia in the form of an unrestricted grant for this campaign.