Online resources

Information on the types of diabetes, how it can affect your lifestyle, complications and documents in a range of languages from French to Urdu.

Information about improving your diet and eating well as well as how to read food labels.

Information about increasing your physical activity and keeping active.

Full of excellent information on understanding diabetes including prevention, treatment, caring for yourself, and how to get further help, such as psychological support.

An interactive learning zone that uses fun quizzes and questionnaires to help you understand and manage your diabetes.

A free app that helps you track and improve your physical and emotional health to get the most out of your life.

The Buddi Nujjer is a smart wristband that lets you monitor your physical activity, sleep patterns and diet, with personalised feedback.

An easy and convenient way to monitor your blood glucose readings throughout the day and share the data with your GP.

A friendly helpline for any diabetes questions: 0345 123 2399 (Online guidance and video example)

Diabetes UK’s online community – interact with other people with diabetes.

A range of recipes that will help you manage your diabetes. It includes guidance for those with food sensitivities, allergies or cultural preferences, including vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, nut-free and Asian diets.

Guidance on how to shop to match your budget, with top tips on understanding food labels, planning a meal and stocking your cupboard.

NHS guidance on keeping healthy and active, while lowering the costs.

Lots of great exercise advice for all age groups, even if you have limited physical ability.

NHS guidance on slightly more active exercise options.

Guidance on keeping active if you have limited mobility.

Diabetes UK guidance on the medications used to treat diabetes.

NHS guidance on the medications used to treat diabetes.

A guide to diabetic retinopathy, the most common eye problem linked to diabetes.

A guide to diabetes-related foot problems, and how to look after your feet.

A guide to the risks of heart disease caused by having diabetes.

A guide exploring the link between diabetes and the increased risk of a stroke.

A guide to dealing with your diagnosis and looking after your emotional wellbeing.

Learn more about your blood sugar levels, manage your diabetes and reduce your risk of having serious complications.

Find out what your blood sugars are telling you.

Find out about hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar).

Find out about hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar).