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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Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 Diabetes

The most common form of diabetes, often linked to lifestyle factors. Blood sugar levels become too high due to insulin resistance.

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Prediabetes or Risk of Diabetes

Prediabetes or Risk of Diabetes

Prediabetes or Risk of Diabetes

Your blood sugar is elevated but not yet at diabetic levels. Early action can prevent progression to type 2 diabetes.

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Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 Diabetes

An autoimmune condition where the body cannot produce insulin. Requires lifelong insulin therapy and careful management.

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Gestational Diabetes

Gestational Diabetes

Gestational Diabetes

Diabetes that develops during pregnancy. With proper management, most women have healthy pregnancies and babies.

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Common Situations

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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.

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Type 2 Diabetes Symptoms

Recognise the common signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes.

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Type 2 Diabetes and Diet Overview

A practical guide to eating well with type 2 diabetes.

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Lantus Solostar (Insulin Glargine)

Learn about this long-acting insulin and how it works.

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What is Type 1 Diabetes?

Understanding the basics of type 1 diabetes and how it differs from type 2.

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Type 1 Diabetes Symptoms

Recognise the common signs and symptoms of type 1 diabetes.

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HbA1c Test Units Explained

Understand the difference between HbA1c units and what your results mean.

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Insulin Resistance

What is insulin resistance and why does it matter for your health?

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Prediabetes and Fatigue

Why do I feel so tired? Understanding fatigue with prediabetes.

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Benefits of Metformin

Discover why metformin is considered a wonder drug for diabetes.

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What is Gestational Diabetes?

Understanding diabetes that develops during pregnancy.

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Diagnosing Gestational Diabetes

How gestational diabetes is tested and diagnosed.

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Gestational Diabetes Treatment

Treatment options and management strategies during pregnancy.

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Metformin in Pregnancy

Is metformin safe during pregnancy? What you need to know.

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Diabetes Videos

Short, easy-to-follow videos on key diabetes topics.

Insulin Resistance Explained▶

Insulin Resistance Explained

4 min
Does Coffee Make You Gain Weight?▶

Does Coffee Make You Gain Weight?

3 min
Low Sugar Foods That Spike Blood Sugar▶

Low Sugar Foods That Spike Blood Sugar

2 min
Is Fruit Juice Good for Diabetes?▶

Is Fruit Juice Good for Diabetes?

1 min
Trulicity: How Do I Use It?▶

Trulicity: How Do I Use It?

4 min
Type 1 Diabetes Onset▶

Type 1 Diabetes Onset

4 min
What is Ryzodeg and How Do I Use It?▶

What is Ryzodeg and How Do I Use It?

4 min
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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.

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Type 2 Diabetes Webinar

A comprehensive overview of managing type 2 diabetes.

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Free Online Masterclass

Prediabetes & Diabetes Prevention

Learn how to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes.

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Free Online Masterclass

Type 1 Diabetes Webinar

Essential knowledge for living well with type 1.

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Free Online Masterclass

Gestational Diabetes Webinar

Managing diabetes during pregnancy for a healthy outcome.

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Easy-to-use diabetes tools

Track your progress with calculators designed to help you understand your HbA1c, fasting glucose, BMI and diabetes risk.

Structured 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

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

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

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

Gestational Diabetes Program

Protect what you will love the most

For women with diabetes in pregnancy or planning pregnancy.

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Dr Sultan Linjawi - Endocrinologist and Diabetes Specialist

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