
Understand Your Diabetes. Get Clear, Practical Guidance.
Evidence-based information, tools, and programs to help you manage diabetes with confidence — created by endocrinologist Dr Sultan Linjawi.
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Diabetes Articles
Trusted, easy-to-understand information.
What is Type 2 Diabetes?
Understanding the basics of type 2 diabetes and how it affects your body.
Read more ›Type 2 Diabetes Symptoms
Learn about the common signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes.
Read more ›Type 2 Diabetes and Diet
Dietary strategies for managing type 2 diabetes effectively.
Read more ›Lantus Solostar Guide
Everything you need to know about using Lantus Solostar insulin.
Read more ›What is Type 1 Diabetes?
Understanding the basics of type 1 diabetes and how it affects your body.
Read more ›Type 1 Diabetes Symptoms
Learn about the common signs and symptoms of type 1 diabetes.
Read more ›HbA1c Test Units Explained
Understanding the different HbA1c measurement units and what they mean.
Read more ›What is Insulin Resistance?
Understanding insulin resistance and its role in prediabetes.
Read more ›Prediabetes and Fatigue
Why do you feel so tired with prediabetes? Learn about the connection.
Read more ›Benefits of Metformin
Discover why metformin is considered a wonder drug for diabetes management.
Read more ›What is Gestational Diabetes?
Understanding gestational diabetes and what it means for your pregnancy.
Read more ›Diagnosing Gestational Diabetes
Learn about the tests and diagnosis process for gestational diabetes.
Read more ›Gestational Diabetes Treatment
Treatment options and management strategies for gestational diabetes.
Read more ›Metformin in Pregnancy
Is metformin safe during pregnancy? What you need to know.
Read more ›Diabetes Videos
Short, easy-to-follow videos on key diabetes topics.
Free online diabetes webinars
Join Dr Sultan Linjawi live-style online to understand your condition and learn the steps you can take to improve it.
Type 2 Diabetes Webinar
A comprehensive overview of managing type 2 diabetes.
Reserve your free spot ›Prediabetes & Diabetes Prevention
Learn how to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes.
Reserve your free spot ›Type 1 Diabetes Webinar
Essential knowledge for living well with type 1.
Reserve your free spot ›Gestational Diabetes Webinar
Managing diabetes during pregnancy for a healthy outcome.
Reserve your free spot ›Easy-to-use diabetes tools
Track your progress with calculators designed to help you understand your HbA1c, fasting glucose, BMI and diabetes risk.

Gestational Diabetes Risk Checker
Gestational Diabetes Risk Checker
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Diabetes Risk Calculator
Diabetes Risk Calculator
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HbA1c Calculator: Show your average glucose and convert % to mmol/mol
HbA1c Calculator: Show your average glucose and convert % to mmol/mol
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Fasting Blood Sugar | Fasting Blood Glucose | Calculator
Fasting Blood Sugar | Fasting Blood Glucose | Calculator
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BMI | BMI Chart | Calculator
BMI | BMI Chart | Calculator
Try ToolStructured online personalised programs to help you take control
12 week step-by-step guidance, videos, and practical tools tailored to your type of diabetes.

Type 2 Diabetes Program
Learn the skills for a better life
Perfect if you are newly diagnosed, had diabetes for some time, or want to get things on track.
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Prediabetes Program
Get on top of your life now
Designed for people with prediabetes or a family history of diabetes.
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Type 1 Diabetes Program
Improve your life - Stabilise your sugars
Tailored program teaching people to control and manage type 1 diabetes.
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Gestational Diabetes Program
Protect what you will love the most
For women with diabetes in pregnancy or planning pregnancy.
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About Dr Sultan Linjawi
Dr Sultan Linjawi is a UK and Australian trained endocrinologist and diabetes specialist with over 30 years experience. He has cared for thousands of people living with diabetes and created My Health Explained to provide clear, practical education.
Qualifications: MBBS, BSc, MRCP(UK), FRACP
Specialties: Endocrinology, Diabetology
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