Diabetes is the epidemic of the 21st century and the biggest challenge confronting Australia’s health system. Around 1.8 million Australians have diabetes. This includes all types of diagnosed diabetes (1.2 million known and registered) as well as silent, undiagnosed type 2 diabetes (up to 500,000 estimated).
If you are living with diabetes, you need to learn how to manage your diabetes. Having a healthy diet and being active is an important part of managing diabetes because it will help regulate your blood glucose levels and your body weight. Everyone with diabetes should visit their doctor or a dietitian for personal advice.
Diabetes Australia https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/about-diabetes/ provides valuable information and also have a selection of recipes that meet diabetic requirements and have provided tips for modifying recipes.
Some sugar may also be used in cooking and many recipes can be modified to use less than the amount stated or substituted with an alternative sweetener.
https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/food-activity/cooking/recipes/