People's Diabetes Foundation

08/28/2026

Food, Not Fear: Build Skills, Not Rules
Understanding food. Building confidence. Living well with diabetes.

There is no single "perfect" way to eat when you're living with diabetes.
The most helpful approach is one that fits your body, your culture, your budget, your lifestyle, and your personal preferences.

Learning to build balanced meals, understand blood glucose, and make informed choices will take you much farther than trying to follow a long list of food rules.



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08/21/2026

Food, Not Fear: Progress Over Perfection
Understanding food. Building confidence. Living well with diabetes.

Blood glucose naturally changes throughout the day. Some meals may affect your blood glucose exactly as expected, while others may surprise you.

That doesn't mean you've failed. It means your body is responding to many different factors.

Every meal and every blood glucose reading is an opportunity to learn, adjust, and better understand what works for you. Progress comes from learning—not from being perfect.

08/11/2026

Food, Not Fear: Food Is More Than Nutrition
Understanding food. Building confidence. Living well with diabetes.

Food is more than carbohydrates, calories, or numbers on a nutrition label.
It is family dinners, cultural traditions, celebrations, comfort, and connection. These experiences remain important when you're living with diabetes.

Learning how food affects your body doesn't mean giving up the foods and traditions that matter. It means finding ways to enjoy them while supporting your health.



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08/07/2026

This International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples , we celebrate the rich cultures, knowledge, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples around the world while recognizing the importance of advancing health equity for every community.
When it comes to diabetes, early action can make a life-changing difference. Knowing your risk, recognizing the early signs, and accessing timely screening and care can help prevent or delay type 2 diabetes and reduce the risk of complications.

Everyone deserves the opportunity to take early action—supported by healthcare that is accessible, culturally responsive, and grounded in respect for Indigenous knowledge, traditions, and community strengths.

As we look ahead to World Diabetes Day on November 14, let's continue working toward a future where early diagnosis and diabetes risk reduction are within reach for all.

08/04/2026

Food, Not Fear: Carbohydrates Can Fit
Understanding food. Building confidence. Living well with diabetes.

Because carbohydrates affect blood glucose, they're often misunderstood. But carbohydrates are also one of the body's primary sources of energy.

The goal isn't to eliminate carbohydrates, it's to understand how they affect your body and how they fit into balanced meals.

Rice, beans, fruit, corn, and many other familiar foods can all have a place in a healthy eating pattern. Understanding is more powerful than restriction.

07/31/2026

Food, Not Fear: Healthy Eating Can Be Realistic
Understanding food. Building confidence. Living well with diabetes.

Healthy eating doesn't have to mean expensive ingredients, complicated recipes, or giving up the foods you enjoy.

Small, practical changes—like balancing your plate, adjusting portions, or pairing foods differently—can make a meaningful difference over time.

The best eating pattern isn't the one that looks perfect. It's the one that fits your budget, your culture, your family, and your everyday life.

07/24/2026

As temperatures continue to rise in many parts of the world, people living with diabetes may face greater heat-related risks. High temperatures can increase the risk of dehydration and make blood glucose levels more difficult to manage. Treat staying cool and hydrated as an essential part of your diabetes care—just like healthy eating, being physically active, and taking your medication as prescribed.

– Heat is a health issue, not just a weather story. As heatwaves sweep across Europe and dangerous temperatures are reported in other regions of the world, staying safe in the heat is especially important for people living with diabetes. Extreme heat can affect blood glucose levels, increase the risk of dehydration, and alter how the body uses insulin.

This article explains why people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes may feel the heat more - and shares practical steps to reduce risk:
➡️drink water, even when you’re not thirsty
➡️check glucose more often
➡️stay cool and avoid peak heat
➡️protect insulin, supplies and your feet

🔗Read or listen to the article to learn how to stay safer during extreme heat: https://diabetesvoice.org/en/living-with-diabetes/extreme-heat-and-diabetes/

07/22/2026

Food, Not Fear: Your Numbers Don't Define You
Understanding food. Building confidence. Living well with diabetes.

A blood glucose reading is not a grade. It is information that helps you understand how your body is responding at a specific moment.

Blood glucose is influenced by many things, including food, activity, stress, sleep, illness, medications, and hormones. That's why the same meal can sometimes lead to different results.

Instead of asking, "What did I do wrong?" try asking, "What is my body telling me today?" Curiosity builds confidence far better than self-judgment ever will.



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07/15/2026

Food, Not Fear: What Happens When You Eat?
Understanding food. Building confidence. Living well with diabetes.

Every time you eat, your body begins turning food into fuel. Carbohydrates are broken down into glucose, which enters the bloodstream and provides energy for your cells.

This rise in blood glucose is a normal process that happens in everyone. The difference is not whether blood glucose rises, but how the body manages it.

When you understand what's happening inside your body, blood glucose becomes less mysterious and food becomes less intimidating.



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07/10/2026

Awareness is one of the most powerful tools we have in diabetes prevention. Knowing your risk can help you make informed decisions and start important conversations with your healthcare team.

Take a moment to explore this valuable resource and consider sharing it with someone you care about. 💙

Over 600 million people are at high risk of type 2 diabetes. Our online risk assessment helps individuals understand their risk of the condition and the action they can take to reduce it. Now available in 16 languages, our online tool is easy to use, and a great resource to share with friends and family.

This , join our call for early action on diabetes. Don’t delay – find out your risk today! https://worlddiabetesday.org/t2d-risk-test/

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