Resources to manage diabetes with confidence

Whether you're newly diagnosed, managing pre-diabetes, or supporting a loved one, we've gathered valuable resources to support you. Let’s find care that fits your life, in your preferred language, and at your own pace. If you have a great resource, we’d love to learn from you, too!

Nutrition

Eat well for
a healthier you

Food is a powerful way to protect your health, nourish your family, and stay connected to your culture. Eating well doesn’t mean giving up your favorite foods—it means learning how to balance them with care.

Whether you're preventing diabetes or managing blood sugar, simple changes can make a lasting difference.

Prioritize Traditional Asian Diets

The foods of our ancestors were high in fiber, lean protein, and an abundance of vegetables.
Rooted in tradition. Backed by science.

Reduce Processed Foods

Swap addictive sugary drinks and instant meals for whole, nourishing ingredients.
Small swaps = steadier blood sugar.

Balance Your Plate, Your Way

Use the 2:1:1 method: ½ veggies, ¼ protein, ¼ healthy carbs. No measuring. Just simple visual balance.

Discover Recipes, Smart Swaps and Tools to Eat Well—Your Way

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Recipes

Easy and delicious diabetes-friendly recipes tailored for Asian tastes.

Nutrition Tips

Practical guidance on managing diabetes through balanced Asian diets.

Healthier Choices

Smart swaps and better options for everyday meals.

Resources We Love

Nutrition and diabetes related resources that we recommend.

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Movement

Move More, Feel Better—Your Way

Even small steps can lower your blood sugar and boost your energy. Start where you are—every movement counts.

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Muscles – Your Secret Weapon

Prevent Insulin Resistance

FACT: The more muscle you have, the easier it is for insulin to work. Muscle acts like doors for sugar to enter cells. Muscle loss starts around age 30-40, raising diabetes risk.

01

Start Gentle

Low-Intensity Movement

Try stretching, tai chi, or a short walk around your home. Perfect for easing in—just 5–10 minutes a day makes a difference.

02

Go Further - To Lose Belly Fat

Interval training and weight lift

FACT: Belly fat also increases diabetes risk. High-intensity-interval training and weightlifting are the best ways to reduce it. Start where you are, and build strength over time.

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Make Time - Your Way

Build a Routine

FACT: Modern life is busy. We move less than our ancestors—add movement back in. Make it fun and easy. A short walk, a stretch between chores—every bit counts.

Explore Movement, Your Way

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Low-intensity exercises

Low-intensity exercise, such as a leisurely walk or gentle stretching, can be a good starting point for those new to exercise wants to be more active and reduce sedentary time.

Moderate-intensity exercises

For those looking to increase their activity level, to improve blood sugar management and overall health.

High-intensity exercises

For those aiming for more significant improvements in blood sugar control and overall fitness

Move Your Body for Healthier, Stronger Life

Moving your body and being active helps prevent and manage diabetes. When you are active, it can lower your blood sugar and make your body stronger.

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Stress Management

Find Calm to Protect Your Body and Mind

Chronic stress doesn’t just affect your mood—it can raise blood sugar and make healthy habits harder to keep. But relief doesn’t require big changes. It starts with one deep breath, one kind conversation, one quiet moment.

Nutrition

Eat well for
a healthier you

Food is a powerful way to protect your health, nourish your family, and stay connected in your culture. Eating well doesn’t mean giving up your favorite foods—it means learning how to balance them with care.

Whether you're preventing diabetes or managing blood sugar, simple changes can make a lasting difference.

Stress Management Toolkit

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Sleep hygeine

High quality sleep helps with appetite and stress control, making diabetes management easier. Learn secrets to getting good sleep:

Mindfulness

Reducing stress, controlling emotions, and better self-awareness, helps us make healthier choices and maintain better blood sugar control. Simple steps to get started now:

Stress Management

The demands of work and personal life can make managing diabetes hard. Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is essential for overall well-being. Find ways to work around it:

Diabetes Distress

For people with diabetes, the daily demands of managing diabetes can lead to a lot of emotional and mental burden.  Tips on addressing distress:

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that could support our community?

Whether it’s a local program, recipe, workshop, or health tool—your insight could help someone else take their first step. Let’s build wellness together, one shared resource at a time.

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