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This library guide (libguide) is for those searching for information within the Libraries SA network on a better diet specifically for readers who may be living with Type 2 diabetes, know someone who is, or are just curious about how to prevent it through wholesome eating.
Editor’s caveat: Library Guides (libguides) are research documents which link readers to trusted information. Information herein enclosed, does not constitute medical advice. Readers who may be concerned with potential medical issues such as Type 2 Diabetes need to consult a relevant trusted medical practicioner.
Organisations with online information about diabetes
Healthdirect Australia
Healthdirect Australia is a national, government-owned, not-for-profit organisation.
Healthdirect Australia is the national virtual public health information service. We work towards the health priorities of our Commonwealth and state and territory funders to improve the health of Australians.
National Diabetes Services Scheme
The National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) is an initiative of the Australian Government that commenced in 1987 and is administered by Diabetes Australia. The NDSS aims to enhance the capacity of people with diabetes to understand and self-manage their life with diabetes, and access services, support and subsidised diabetes products.
The NDSS provides access to support and information services, diabetes programs and subsidised products to assist people to self-manage their life with diabetes.
Diabetes Australia
Diabetes Australia administers the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS), an initiative of the Australian Government. Find out more about the NDSS at ndss.com.au. Diabetes Australia is a registered charity.
Historical background
Diabetes is the epidemic of the 21st century and the biggest challenge confronting Australia’s health system. There are currently almost 1.5 million Australians (about 5.5% of the population) living with all types of diabetes (known and registered on the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS)) and up to 500,000 people living with silent, undiagnosed type 2 diabetes.
Understanding diabetes and its seriousness is important.
- If you are living with any type of diabetes, you need to learn how to manage your diabetes
- If you have a family member or friend with diabetes, you can learn how to support them
- If you are a teacher or employer, you have a duty of care to provide a safe environment
- If you are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes, you can take steps to prevent, slow down its progression or even put your type 2 diabetes into remission.
Diabetes Australia | About Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes: What is it?
Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which the body becomes resistant to the normal effects of insulin and gradually loses the capacity to produce enough insulin in the pancreas. The condition has strong genetic and family-related (non-modifiable) risk factors and is also often associated with modifiable lifestyle risk factors. We do not know the exact genetic causes of type 2 diabetes. People may be able to significantly slow or even stop the progression of the condition through changes to diet and increasing the amount of physical activity they do.
Diabetes Australia | Type 2 Diabetes
Prediabetes
Prediabetes describes a condition in which blood glucose levels are higher than normal, although not high enough to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Prediabetes has no signs or symptoms. People with prediabetes have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular (heart and circulation) disease. Two million Australians have prediabetes and are at high-risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Diabetes Australia | Prediabetes
Diabetes Australia indicates that there are a number of risk factors which can be modified to reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes:
- Being overweight – especially those who have excess weight around the waistline – having a waistline more than 94cm for men and more than 80cm for women
- Being physically inactive
- Having high triglycerides (blood fats) and low HDL-C (good cholesterol) and/or high total and LDL cholesterol
- Having high blood pressure
- Smoking
Diabetes Australia | Prediabetes
Books for a better diet
Libraries SA contains a wealth of information on managing or reversing Type 2 diabetes through diet in the form of printed books. The table below lists well over 40 books which have been selected by filtering on the topic of diabetes. There are more books in the Library Network which you can explore on the topic…
| Image | Title | Author | Date | ISBN | Summary | Physical Description | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Reversing diabetes : food plan + 70 delicious recipes | Barclay, Alan W.; Colman, Peter Brand Miller, Janette, 1952- | 2016 | 9781743366318 9781743366141 | The evidence is in. The latest research into type 2 diabetes shows that for some people it’s possible to put diabetes into remission and for others they can prevent or at least delay the complications of diabetes … Reversing Diabetes explores what these findings mean for you. Drawing on over 20 years of clinical experience as an Accredited Practising Dietitian, including nearly 16 years at Diabetes Australia, Dr Alan Barclay combines the highest- quality evidence about the nutritional management and prevention of diabetes into one easy-to-read book … Including: Advice for losing weight and keeping it off; Weekly menu planners; 70 inspiring, delicious recipes for households large and small; Complete nutritional breakdown for each recipe; Live well, eat well and enjoy life. (WorldCat) | 236 pages : colour illustrations ; 25 cm. | |
 | Christmas food | Vassallo, Jody | 2003 | 9780958160940 | The Health For Life series contains delicious, nutritionally analysed recipes specifically created for people with special dietary requirements. | 96 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm. | |
 | Cooking for diabetics | Berriedale-Johnson, Michelle | 2003 | 9781843097679 | This book features over 50 delicious, low-sugar recipes suitable for diabetic diets. It is a comprehensive guide to the foods and vitamins that help in controlling diabetes. It offers essential health, lifestyle and dietary advice for both the newly-diagnosed and long-term diabetics. It includes mouthwatering dishes to tempt diabetics and non-diabetics alike. Each recipe is pictured in colour with step-by-step instructions – over 240 photographs in total. This book combines advice about diet and personal health care with recipe suggestions that can be enjoyed by the whole family and will inspire both those new to and those familiar with diabetic cooking. There are delicious savoury combinations, such as Risotto with Red Peppers, and Linguine with Smoked Salmon, and to prove that diabetes doen not mean denial, half the recipes are delicious desserts and bakes that rely on the natural flavours of fruit, nuts and whole grains. Included in the book are tempting desserts such as Baked Orange Cheesecake and Chocolate Brownies. With its practical information on food facts, lifestyle and health for diabetics and its useful addresses of specialist organizations, the diabetic cookbook is the essential kitchen companion and recipe source for all diabetics. (Amazon Australia) | 96 pages : colour illustrations ; 22 cm. | |
 | Food as medicine : cooking to prevent and treat diabetes | Radd, Sue | 2024 | 9781922914156 | Your comprehensive guide to using food as medicine to fight diabetes-the fastest growing chronic condition worldwide. Includes: 50 delicious plant-based recipes to promote good health for everyone you cook for. Recipes specifically developed to help you prevent and treat diabetes in your kitchen. 7-day menu plan and “How to fill your plate” guide to help you make positive lifestyle changes. Ingredient and food preparation tips to ensure you include the best-quality protein, fat and carbs in your meals, which matters more than counting calories. Detailed health information explaining diabetes and the scientific research for using food as medicine to regulate blood glucose, avoid diabetes-related complications and achieve your best health. | 217 pages : colour illustrations ; 27 cm | |
 | Healthy living with diabetes : easy diabetic recipes and lifestyle solutions | Tancred, Jayne | 2012 | 9781742668871 9781742664118 | With over 100 easy and healthy recipes, this comprehensive guide provides expert advice on how to manage your diabetes. With up-to-date nutritional advice, charts, tables and guidance on how to shop, this book proves you can eat delicious food and achieve and maintain a healthy balanced diet. | 192 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm. | |
 | The CSIRO low-carb diet easy 100 : recipes based on science to aid weight loss, manage diabetes and improve overall health | Brinkworth, Grant; Taylor, Pennie | 2022 | 9781760988456 | The CSIRO Low-carb Diet is proven to be highly effective in achieving sustained long-term weight loss, reducing risk factors for heart disease and improving metabolic health. Now, with book #6 of the bestselling CSIRO Low-carb Diet series, eating low-carb has never been easier or more delicious. Here are 100 brand-new everyday recipes, featuring plenty of vegetarian options, meals for one and two, and low-carb alternatives to high-carb staples, such as bread, pizza bases and smoothies. Plus there are shopping tips, handy lists and easy-to-follow guidelines, with solid, dependable advice from Australia’s foremost nutritional scientists. | 272 pages : colour illustrations ; 24 cm | |
 | Blood sugar : inspiring recipes for anyone facing the challenge of diabetes and maintaining good health | Moore, Michael | 2016 | 9781742571546 | Full of nutritional tips, food balance and ideas for a healthy life, and stunning recipes for home-cooking,entertaining an family life.Blood Sugar breaks the mould in diabetic cooking! It s for anyone who is inspired by great food. From a funky mezze plate, a hot Caesar salad,paella fried rice, seafood pie to fantastic desserts you never knew you were allowed to eat.Chef Michael Moore was busy running his restaurant, cooking on television, climbing the ranks of top chefs in the world and travelling the globe.Michael was already living with diabetes. For a top chef surrounded by great food, he faced the ultimate challenge of healthy eating and living.One day out of the blue, he suffered a major stroke while out to dinner with his family, an event that changes his outlook on life and food forever. Being a diabetic doesn’t mean you are stuck in a gastronomic wilderness. You can have great food that s unexpected and exciting.It s all about keeping your blood sugar under control and balancing the ingredients to help you maintain good healthBrotherhood Books | 236 pages : colour illustrations ; 25 cm. | |
 | The type 2 diabetes revolution : a cookbook and complete guide to managing type 2 diabetes | Licalzi, Diana; Tejero, Jose | 2023 | 9781958803196 | If you have prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, this approach can help you achieve non-diabetic blood sugar within weeks. The simple lifestyle changes outlined in this book focus on the reversal of insulin resistance — the root cause of high blood sugar.(Amazon Australia) | 266 pages : colour illustrations ; 24 cm. | |
 | Diabetes slow cooker recipes | Finlayson, Judith | 2007 | 9780778801696 | This collection has 150 slow cooker recipes with diabetic Exchange Lists for Meal Planning and includes valuable advice and nutrition guidelines. It combines healthy eating with the ease and convenience of slow cooker preparation (WorldCat) | 256 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : colour illustrations ; 26 cm. | |
 | Quick cooking for diabetes : great tasting food in 30 minutes or less | Blair, Louise | 2011 | 9780753720523 9780600613374 | Fast food needn’t be unhealthy! This selection of delicious recipes can be cooked in no time and will help you to manage your diabetes. Quick Cooking for Diabetes will show you how to make changes to your choice of food, your eating habits and cooking, and keep your weight at a healthy level. (Amazon Australia) | 144 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm. | |
 | Diabetes cookbook : more than 140 recipes to balance and manage your health | Kent, Samantha | 2014 | 9781922085726 | Diabetes is a condition in which blood glucose levels are abnormally high. More than 1.7 million Australians have diabetes and 280 new cases develop every day. Making healthy eating choices to help prevent and manage diabetes can be a challenge, so it’s good to know that the Diabetes Cookbook is a collection of recipes that have been carefully developed and portioned to help you. People with diabetes should eat a diet that is low in saturated fat, added sugar and salt, with plenty of fruit and vegetables. The right amount of carbohydrate foods, such as bread, potatoes, cereals, pasta and rice, is also important. You can live a healthy life when you have diabetes, while still eating many of your favourite foods and Diabetes Cookbook shows you how. More than 140 recipes will take you through the day – they’re healthy, flavoursome and easy!Amazon Australia | 255 pages : colour illustrations ; 26 cm. | |
 | You can eat well with diabetes : fast, easy, delicious recipes for everyday living | Fisher, Helen V. | 2004 | 9780762418237 | Millions of Americans live with diabetes and face the daily challenge of maintaining a healthy diet. For most people with Type II diabetes (the most common form, which usually develops later in life), eating a well-planned, healthful diet with appropriate calorie level is enough to control the disease. EATING WELL WITH DIABETES makes it easier for diabetics to truly enjoy balanced meals, easing the stress of living with Type II diabetes by making menu planning a breeze via more than 160 easy, delicious, and healthful recipes that the entire family will savor. Using common supermarket ingredients, the recipes include such favorites as Bruschetta, Hamburger Supreme, Mandarin Chicken, Apple-Blackberry Cobbler, and Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies. Each recipe includes nutritional information and exchanges. The clear, informative introduction by registered dietitian Jeanette Egan, with suggestions for designing an exercise program and tips for reading nutritional labels, makes this more than a cookbookit’s a valuable guide to understanding and living with diabetes. (Amazon Australia) | 240 pages ; 23 cm. | |
 | The complete diabetic Mediterranean diet cookbook for beginners. | Zontgomery, Shaddey | 2025 | 9798865011729 | Dive into the flavors of the Mediterranean while managing your diabetes with The Complete Diabetic Mediterranean Diet Cookbook for Beginners. This comprehensive cookbook is your go-to guide for easy, delicious, low-sugar, and low-carb recipes, along with a 30-day meal plan designed for those newly diagnosed with diabetes or pre-diabetes. (Amazon Australia) | 110 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm | |
 | Mediterranean diet cookbook for diabetics | Richardson, Jaclyn | 2025 | 9798307805008 | Have you ever felt like your blood sugar levels are on a roller coaster ride, dictating your every mood and meal choice? As a fellow diabetic, I completely understand that struggle. For years, I felt like I was constantly battling my body, trying to manage my diabetes through restrictive diets that left me feeling deprived and unsatisfied. Then, I stumbled upon the Mediterranean diet, and it was a game-changer. It wasn’t just another trendy diet; it was a whole new way of approaching food and living. Suddenly, diabetes didn’t have to be the boss of me anymore. This book is the fulfillment of my journey – a journey that changed my relationship with food, improved my blood sugar control, and, most importantly, brought joy back into eating! (Amazon Australia) | 228 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm | |
 | Taking charge of diabetes : includes eight 7-day menu plans for every lifestyle | Young, Sophia | 2018 | 9781925694598 | In Australia there are 1.2 million people who have been diagnosed with diabetes (of all types) and 500,000 more who are yet to be diagnosed. While worrying, there is good reason to be optimistic as much can be done to lower the risk of developing diabetes and to manage all forms of diagnosed diabetes. So, no matter whether you want to reduce your risk of diabetes or want to optimally manage the condition, this book is for you.–Provided by publisher (WorldCat) | 240 pages : colour illustrations ; 29 cm | |
 | Diabetes | Clark, Pamela | 2017 | 9781742458731 | Diabetes is the fastest growing chronic disease in Australia. Although it is an alarming reality, there are many things you can do to take charge of your own health. Regular exercise and eating a balanced diet play an integral role in managing your diabetes. Full of delicious recipes, helpful dietary information and lifestyle tips, this collection was created especially for people living with diabetes. You’ll enjoy life more by eating well and living in a healthier way. | 299 pages : colour illustration ; 27 cm. | |
 | The reverse your diabetes cookbook : lose weight and eat to beat type 2 diabetes | Caldesi, Katie | 2020 | 9780857838575 | The follow-up to The Sunday Times bestseller The Diabetes Weight-loss Cookbook. Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi are back to guide you through how to reverse the progress of type 2 diabetes, lose weight and bring your blood sugar down to a normal level. This new book is full of simple, delicious recipes that encourage and help you to sustain permanent lifestyle change. The Reverse Your Diabetes Cookbook is packed full of mouthwatering low-carb dishes using easy-to-source, inexpensive ingredients. With recipes to address common pitfalls, such as food on the go and take-to-work lunches, alongside fakeaways providing healthy alternatives to takeaway favourites, this is food to fill you up without fattening you up. With a foreword by pioneering GP and diabetes specialist Dr David Unwin, this life-changing book shows you how you too can prevent and reverse type 2 diabetes by adopting a low-carb way of life and choosing lifestyle medicine over lifelong medication. | 192 pages : colour illustrations ; 24 cm | |
 | The Australian Women’s Weekly diabetes : delicious recipes that will have you happy to eat healthy | Clark, Pamela | 2014 | 9781742454344 | Packed with useful tips for how best to tackle your diabetes, this book will show that cutting down on fat and sugar does not have to mean a compromise on flavour. With breakfasts, lunches and dinners as well as indulgent sweet treats that are actually good for you, this is a great book for anyone interested in tweaking their diet to make it that bit healthier. (Amazon Australia) | 118 pages : colour illustrations ; 28 cm. | |
 | The diabetes plan | Brukner, Peter OAM | 2023 | 9781761263750 | “At age 60, Dr Peter Brukner was diagnosed with pre-diabetes, despite having followed the dietary advice of his own profession all of his adult life. Intrigued, Peter did a deep dive into the research, and quickly reversed his dietary practices, ditching high-carb, low-fat for low-carb, high-fat. He lost 13 kilograms and dramatically improved his metabolic health. To help others achieve remission, Peter created an online program, which has seen thousands of Australians lose weight and reverse type 2 diabetes. In The Diabetes Plan, Peter shares his approach to diet, along with meal plans, testimonials and more than 45 recipes. Accessible, authoritative and effective, this is a one-stop guide to how to avoid diabetes, reverse a type 2 diabetes diagnosis, and reduce (or ditch) the need for diabetes medication.” — Back cover. | 292 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : colour illustrations ; 24 cm | |
 | CSIRO low-carb diabetes every day : 80 recipes to make the CSIRO low-carb approach part of your everyday life | Brinkworth, Grant; Taylor, Pennie | 2021 | 9781760985684 | The CSIRO low-carb diet and exercise plan is proven to reduce risk factors of type 2 diabetes, dramatically improve blood glucose control and decrease the need for diabetes medication – in some cases, it can even put type 2 diabetes into remission. Based on 2014 research and first released as The CSIRO Low-carb Diet in 2017, this way of eating has helped hundreds of thousands of Australians manage their type 2 diabetes and related issues including obesity. CSIRO Low-carb Diabetes Every Day is about making this way of eating and easy part of everyday life. Featuring 80 brand-new recipes, it will help you to prevent and/or manage type 2 diabetes, reach your weight-loss goals and improve your overall health and wellbeing. | 239 pages : colour illustrations ; 26 cm | |
 | Diabetes recipes | Lomas, Jess | 2017 | 9781925265422 | With an emphasis on balancing blood sugar levels while still enjoying delicious food, Diabetes Recipes provides an introduction to the main nutritional approaches to treating diabetes and provides recipes for breakfasts, main meals, desserts and snacks that both people with and without diabetes can enjoy. The diagnosis of diabetes can be a scary and confusing time, not just for the diagnosed individual but also for their family. Suddenly food is not just for fuel or pleasure but something that can put your very life in danger as you learn how to navigate the blood sugar maze. Type 2 diabetes is the modern health epidemic sweeping the world, with the majority of cases said to be preventable through exercise, stress management and good diet. This easy-to-understand guide skips the jargon and provides realistic ways for people with diabetes to reclaim their health and their life. | 160 pages : colour illustrations ; 24 cm. | |
 | Diabetes : the complete collection | Young, Sophia | 2022 | 9781761220531 9781925865929 | Diabetes is a serious and persistent issue, with over 1 million Australians currently living the disease. But there is much that can be done to prevent and manage the condition, by simply making lasting changes to your diet and lifestyle. With over 150 recipes carefully formulated and portioned for diabetic nutritional needs, as well as meal plans and other nutritional guidance, Diabetes: The Complete Collection is the only book you need take control of your health. | 395 pages : colour illustrations ; 28 cm. | |
 | The diabetes code cookbook : delicious, healthy, low-carb recipes to manage your insulin and prevent and reverse type 2 diabetes | Fung, Jason | 2021 | 9781771647915 | The ultimate companion cookbook to The Diabetes Code from the New York Times-bestselling author and pioneer of intermittent fasting, Dr. Jason Fung. Dr. Jason Fung helped thousands of people lose weight with his breakout bestseller The Obesity Code. Next, he helped prevent and reverse type 2 diabetes with his groundbreaking book The Diabetes Code. Now, The Diabetes Code Cookbook makes it even easier to follow Dr. Fung’s proven advice for preventing and reversing type 2 diabetes through intermittent fasting and a low carb/high-fat diet. This cookbook features full-color photographs and includes: -100 simple and delicious recipes to help manage insulin and aid in weight loss -Intermittent fasting schedules and plans (16, 24, 30, and 26-hour fasts) -Grocery shopping lists -A new intro from Dr. Fung with up-to-date information on insulin resistance and its connection to weight gain and type 2 diabetes Readers will come away with knowledge of their health and an arsenal of mouthwatering meals–because eating for type 2 diabetes doesn’t have to be bland!”– Provided by publisher (WorldCat) | 199 pages : colour illustrations ; 26 cm. | |
 | Healthy at last : a plant-based approach to preventing and reversing diabetes and other chronic illnesses | Adams, Eric | 2022 | 9781529096293 | “Prominent NYC-based public servant shares his incredible story of reversing type-2 diabetes by adopting a plant-based diet, and offers a guide for people of colour to advocate for themselves and improve their health. Brooklyn Borough President and mayoral hopeful Eric Adams is on a mission to tackle one of the most stubborn health problems in the country: diabetes in the African-American community. African-Americans are heavier and sicker than any other group in America, but this doesn’t have to be the case. Armed with the hard science and real-life stories of those who have revolutionized their health by changing their diet, Adams shares the key steps for a healthy, active life. With this book, he shows readers how to avoid processed foods, cut down on salt, get more fibre, and substitute chicken and pork with plant-based alternatives, all while staying true to the roots of soul food. Adams knows firsthand how life-changing a plant-based diet can be. Within weeks of adopting this diet, he lost 35 pounds, lowered his cholesterol by 30 points, and completely cured his diabetes–all by adjusting what he ate. Features recipes from celebrities and health experts, including Paul McCartney, Alan Cumming, Queen Afua, Moby, Dr. Michael Greger, Jenne Claiborne, and more! The journey to good health begins in the kitchen–not the hospital bed!”–Publisher’s description. | xiii, 201 pages ; 24 cm | |
 | Thermomix cooking for diabetes | Thermomix | 2024 | 9781761221392 | Thermomix has always been about empowering people to cook real, good food, without too much fuss, making it the ideal kitchen appliance to cook for diabetes. With over 1 million Australians currently living the disease, diabetes is one of our biggest health concerns. By following a healthy diet, the condition can be managed. This book includes recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, entertaining and sweets, all carefully formulated and portioned for diabetic nutritional needs. With Thermomix, diabetics can take charge of their health while enjoying every mouthful. Includes recipes from The Australian Women’s Weekly. | 183 pages : colour illustrations ; 30 cm | |
 | The easy diabetes cookbook : prevent and reverse type 2 diabetes : recipes meal plans and macronutrients. | Captain Honey | 2024 | 9781922944832 | Eat Well. Lose Weight. Live Longer. Take away the stress of what to eat with this straightforward cookbook and easy health guide, specially designed to make living with and understanding diabetes easier. Use this book to learn how to create diabetic-friendly food that tastes great. Whether you are diabetic, pre-diabetic or in the business of prevention, this book will make it easier to eat well, helping you to stick with it and enjoy the long-term health benefits. | 231 pages : colour illustrations, charts, photographs ; 26 cm | |
 | The diabetic goodie cookbook : classic desserts and baked goods to satisfy your sweet tooth | Kochan, Kathy | 2021 | 9781615197682 | A definitive collection of classic desserts and sweets-from chocolate chip cookies to blueberry cobbler-tailored for diabetics to enjoy (and share) | 279 pages : colour illustrations ; 25 cm. | |
 | The ultimate diabetes cookbook | Hill, Virginia | 2002 | 9780734404008 | This is a comprehensive guide for people with diabetes and for those who want a healthy, appetising guide to simple, yet innovative cooking. It contains essential health, lifestyle and dietary advice along with delicious and creative recipe ideas. Previously two separate titles (‘Simply Delicious’ and ‘Sweet Sensations’), ‘The Ultimate Diabetes Cookbook’ now features over 230 mouth-watering recipes for all occasions – from the most simple snack to dinner party winners. Leading nutritionists assessing each recipe assure those with diabetes and others who enjoy eating well really are cooking for their health as well as their taste buds. (QBD) | xii, 197 pages ; 28 cm | |
 | Type 1 and type 2 diabetes handbook : with over 100 low carb recipes | De Beer, Vickie | 2024 | 9780008722821 | Full of essential information to support families living with diabetes, our experts will show you how to understand and monitor blood sugar, and share helpful tips for parents to make the change to a reduced sugar and low carbohydrate lifestyle for good. Address life’s changes on an every day basis with advice on medication changes and tips on how to navigate pregnancy when diabetic. Includes how to: Utilise a Green Food List and Red Food List to help you know what to shop for, and what to avoid; Provide Summer and Winter Meal Plans to take the stress out of meal time, all year round; Including over 100 recipes meals grouped seasonally, we cover everything from breakfasts and mains to sauces, treats and drinks. The Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Cookbook offers a range of options to satisfy all your hunger pangs throughout the day – a happy solution for both busy parents and even busier kids! Featuring: Superfast Omelettes, Haddock Frittata, Steak Tortillas, Creamy Cheesecake, Chocolate Freezer Fudge and much more. | 263 pages : colour illustrations ; 23 cm. | |
 | The GlucoseGoddess method | Jessie Inchauspe | 2023 | 9781761341663 | Jessie Inchauspe offers a framework for healing through science-backed nutrition hacks with this four-week program incorporating the principles of how to avoid glucose spikes into your everyday life. | 287 pages : colour illustrations ; 25 cm. | |
 | Diabetes desserts cookbook for dummies | Riolo, Amy | 2025 | 9781394309566 | Diabetes Desserts Cookbook For Dummies busts a common myth about diabetes — that desserts aren’t allowed! As long as you plan ahead and use whole ingredients, delicious options like cakes, cookies, and brownies are still on the menu. This book features 125 flavor-forward, healthy treats that are mouthwatering enough for a menu but simple enough to make at home. The secret to making diabetes-friendly desserts is in balancing your macronutrients and portion sizes. If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, cook for someone who has, or are just looking for healthier desserts, this guide will introduce you to delicious, wholesome recipes that will satisfy. These aren’t ‘watered down’ versions of the classics you crave. These recipes are the real deal, and they’ll be a hit with kids, too. This book is for anyone looking for dessert ideas for a diabetes-friendly diet. | xii, 322 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (chiefly colour) ; 24 cm. | |
 | Life without diabetes : the cookbook : 85 simple & delicious recipes for reversing type 2 diabetes | Porter, Emma | 2025 | 9781804192245 9781761637742 | Emma Porter has teamed up with diabetes expert Professor Roy Taylor to create meals that balance health needs with varied, enjoyable recipes to enable you to lose weight, reverse your type 2 diabetes and stay diabetes-free for life. Recipes include a broad range of satisfying dishes from high-protein shakes and soups to 800-calorie plates that follow Professor Roy Taylor’s 3-step plan. This is the perfect go-to cookbook for anyone looking to actively manage blood sugars, whether you have type 2 diabetes, are pre-diabetic or simply want to follow a lower-carb diet. With menu plans and expert motivational advice, it includes everything you need to take back control of your health. | 208 pages : colour illustrations ; 26 cm. | |
 | Simple meal solutions for insulin resistance : 75 recipes to improve insulin resistance and support stable blood sugar | Koehn, Megan | 2025 | 9780760396797 | Simple Meal Solutions for Insulin Resistance is your go-to cookbook for effortlessly balancing blood sugar levels while indulging in mouthwatering meals. This essential guide features 75 recipes that can be prepared in 10, 15, 20, or 30 minutes, making healthy eating both achievable and enjoyable. From breakfast to dinner, plus a special chapter on snacks and treats, each recipe is optimally designed to use nutrition to help maintain balanced blood sugar, supporting your journey to better health. | 160 pages : colour illustrations ; 24 cm. | |
 | Sweet sensations : delicious desserts for people with diabetes for weight control and good health | Hill, Virginia | 1999 | 9780850919929 | Sweet foods are often assumed to be off limits by people with diabetes or those simply looking after their health. This text provides recipes, along with nutritional information, which allow the reader to enjoy sweet desserts and snacks (WorldCat) | ix, 197 pages ; 28 cm. | |
 | The easy diabetes cookbook : simple, delicious recipes to help you balance your blood sugars | Phipps, Mary Ellen | 2021 | 9781645671763 | With this collection of recipes from registered dietitian nutritionist and Milk & Honey Nutrition founder Mary Ellen Phipps, you can still make the quick, easy, and tasty foods you love while balancing your blood sugars and managing your diabetes. Diagnosed with type I diabetes when she was five, Mary Ellen uses both her professional and personal experience to create meals that will bring the joy and ease of cooking back to your kitchen, while still following a blood sugar-friendly diet. Each recipe in the book includes nutritional information so you know you are getting the carbs, protein, and fat you need. Mary Ellen also provides a comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide to managing your diabetes through the food you eat and specialized tips to keep your blood sugar balanced throughout the day. | 152 pages : colour illustrations ; 23 cm | |
 | Quick diabetic recipes | American Diabetes Association | 2018 | 9781119363231 9781119363279 9781119363286 | “Plan delicious, diabetes-friendly meals–easily! When you have diabetes, meal planning and preparation are important parts of caring for your health. Quick Diabetic Recipes for Dummies gives you everything you need to create healthy, diabetes-friendly meals in a snap. Find recipes for delicious soups and stews, appetizers, salads, veggies even the kids will eat, hearty breakfasts, satisfying entrées, and even desserts! Tips on shopping, cooking, keeping a healthy kitchen, and more will make your healthy eating journey even easier! Inside… basics of diabetes nutrition and meal planning; nutritious foods to keep in stock; healthy cooking techniques; dishes your guests will love; portion control tips and tricks, diabetes choices/exchanges”–Page 4 of cover (WorldCat) | xiv, 344 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : colour illustrations ; 24 cm. | |
 | Diabetes create your plate meal prep cookbook : 100 delicious plate-method recipes | Amidor, Toby | 2022 | 9780778807070 | Presents and explains the popular Diabetes Plate Method with 100 delicious recipes, and 5 different meal plans that range in complexity for beginners to experienced meal preppers. Specific food safety concerns are outlined for people with diabetes along with helpful shopping, cooking or ingredient substitution tips, and all recipes contain nutritional information and step-by-step guidance for creating multiple dishes at one time. | 287 pages : colour illustrations ; 26 cm. | |
 | The 30 minute diabetes cookbook : eat to beat diabetes with 100 easy low-carb recipes | Caldesi, Katie | 2021 | 9780857839183 | Being diagnosed with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes can be a real shock. How do you try to lose weight and eat healthily when you also have so little time to cook and shop? Katie and Giancarlo provide the answers with 80 mouthwatering recipes that can all be made in just 30 minutes or less, so you can eat well every day. Suitable for the whole family, there are weekday suppers, no-cook meals to throw together in minutes, feasts for special occasions and even scrumptious desserts, as well as a month of daily meal plans. Learn how to become low-carb savvy, shop smart and you will soon start to see obvious health benefits. | 208 pages : colour illustrations ; 25 cm. | |
 | Tex-Mex diabetes cooking : more than 140 authentic Southwestern favorites | Coffeen, Kelley | 2018 | 9781580406659 | In Tex-Mex Diabetes Cooking, cookbook author and Southwestern cuisine expert, Kelley Coffeen, takes you on a tour of the region with more than 140 recipes that focus on fresh local vegetables, fruits, beans, cheeses rich in protein, lean meats, fish, and poultry all with calorie, carb, and fat levels dialed in for those looking to lose weight or manage their diabetes. This is not a diet book, but a classic collection of beloved and soon-to-be favorite Southwestern and Mexican dishes prepared in easy, delicious, healthy recipes. Who can resist enjoying more of their favorite food (Mexican dishes rank alongside Italian and Chinese cuisine as All-American favorites) while doing their body a favor at the same time? It’s a winning menu for young and old alike-healthy and nutritious, without losing the authenticity and flavor of its cultural origins. Kelley Coffeen knows from a lifetime of experience, living and cooking in various regions across the Southwest, that Tex-Mex fare is easy and fun to prepare at home, and a crowd-pleaser on the table. With this in mind, she created Tex-Mex Diabetes Cooking as the go-to book for home cooks looking for easy, diabetes-friendly, satisfying and healthy Southwestern dishes to feed their family. | xxii, 192 pages : colour illustrations ; 23 cm. | |
 | Betty Crocker simply delicious diabetes cookbook : 160+ nutritious recipes for foods you love | Kwak, Sarah | 2022 | 9780358659075 | Managing diabetes doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or even like you’re depriving yourself. This book offers 162 easy, delicious recipes to help you enjoy a healthy meal plan and lifestyle without sacrificing taste. The entire family will enjoy them, meaning you only need to make one meal that everyone will love. Find fast-prep recipes for satisfying meals in minutes, as well as gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options, plus tips to help the recipes turn out successfully, no matter what your cooking experience. | 352 pages : colour illustrations ; 23 cm. | |
 | The diabetes weight-loss cookbook : a life-changing diet to prevent and reverse type 2 diabetes | Caldesi, Katie | 2019 | 9780857836229 | In 2012 a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes prompted Giancarlo Caldesi to adopt a low-carb diet that has transformed his and his family’s health and led to weight loss of almost 4 stone. Today, his diabetes is in remission. Working with nutritionist Jenny Phillips, Giancarlo and his wife Katie show you how to enjoy a low carb but not no-carb way of life with simple recipes using easy-to-source ingredients that will fill you up without fattening you up. Steak and Chips are still on the menu, as are delicious curries such as Butter Chicken and Spinach Paneer, even puddings like Hot Chocolate Pots or Peanut Butter & Jelly Cake. An initial diagnosis of diabetes can be shocking and the masses of information daunting, but Katie and Giancarlo share their personal experience of diabetes and weight loss to empower you to make your own informed decisions about food, without sacrificing any of the flavour. | 208 pages : colour illustrations ; 25 cm. | |
 | Eat to beat type 2 diabetes | King, Si | 2020 | 9781841884073 | Before Si King and Dave Myers, aka the Hairy Bikers, started writing their cookbooks they were both overweight with high blood pressure, high cholesterol and heading for health problems. When Dave realised he was on the borderline for type 2 diabetes they decided to turn things around with the help of a carefully crafted, low-cal yet delicious diet. Aiming to take the deprivation out of restrictive diets, Si and Dave have gathered 80 of their favourite recipes to help you shift some pounds and get your health back on track. Packed with hearty meals that are full of flavour but low on calories, this book makes eating well easier and more satisfying than ever before. Whether you’ve been struggling with type 2 diabetes for years, or have recently been diagnosed, there’s no better time to take action and make a change than now. | viii, 263 pages ; 24 cm. | |
 | Beginner’s guide to diabetes | Young, Sophia | 2023 | 9781761220784 | “Diabetes is the fastest growing chronic condition in Australia, but there is much that can be done to prevent and manage the condition. Following a healthy diet, maintaining a healthy weight and becoming more active every day are cornerstones to reducing the risk of and managing type 2 diabetes, in particular. This book contains 70+ recipes, carefully formulated and portioned for diabetic nutritional needs, as well as meal plan suggestions and other nutritional guidance to help you on your journey.” — Back cover. | 183 pages : colour illustrations ; 29 cm. | |
 | The paleo diabetes diet solution : manage your blood sugar with 125 recipes plus a 30-day meal plan | Hillhouse, Jill | 2016 | 9780778805489 | Part 1. Managing diabetes with the paleo diet. The problem of diabetes — What is paleo? — Beyond food : other things to consider — Getting ready to start the paleo diet — The paleo plan for better blood sugar — Part 2. Paleo recipes for healthy blood sugar. | 288 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : colour illustrations ; 26 cm. | |
 | The diabetes cookbook : recipes for a well-balanced lifestyle | Clark, Pamela | 2011 | 9781742451121 | All the recipes in this book have been checked and endorsed by Diabetes Australia. If you have diabetes you should eat low-fat, low-GI food. But that shouldn’t mean that it’s low in flavour or interest, it shouldn’t mean you feel deprived. (WorldCat) | 127 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm. | |
 | Quick and easy low glycemic index recipes : fight diabetes and heart disease, lose weight, and have optimum energy with recipes that let you eat the foods you enjoy | Logue, Dick | 2025 | 9780760397909 | Medical professionals and dietitians recommend the Low-GI diet both for the prevention of heart disease and diabetes and for the safe and effective management of existing conditions. An added benefit is that it’s a terrific diet for weight loss, too, in part because it is a low-carb diet. Indeed, author Dick Logue has walked this walk: Diagnosed with congestive heart failure two decades ago, he has returned to good health by following the Low-GI diet. Along the way, he has created tons of amazing recipes that have made his return to good health a delectably enjoyable journey. Quick and Easy Low Glycemic Index Recipes offers: Low-GI recipes for snacks, main dishes, and even desserts; Simple food swaps to lower the GI index of a meal or dish, such as sweet potatoes for white potatoes, using whole wheat rather than white pasta, and swapping berries in for bananas; Low-GI versions of traditionally high-GI foods such as breads, pastas, desserts, and casseroles. Forget the latest fad diet and follow this scientifically supported eating plan that you can use for a lifetime to lose weight, feel energised, and be healthy. | 144 pages ; 24 cm | |
 | Eating well with diabetes | Clark, Pamela | 2015 | 9781742456218 | There is a lot of demand for exciting, nutritious recipes suitable for those who have been diagnosed with diabetes. There are 130 recipes in this book that the whole family can share without changing an ingredient. This way of eating is healthy for every member of the family and could be a preventative measure against diabetes. All recipes have had their nutritional counts included so the information is quickly visible to the cook. Diabetes NSW has checked and endorsed every single recipe | 235 pages : colour illustrations ; 29 cm. | |
 | The everything easy pre-diabetes cookbook : 200 healthy recipes to help reverse and manage pre-diabetes | Harris-Pincus, Lauren | 2021 | 9781507216552 | Control pre-diabetes with these 200 easy-to-follow, nutritious recipes that take 30 minutes or less and leave you feeling full, satisfied, and one step closer to a healthier life. | 271 pages : colour illustrations ; 23 cm. |
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- Healthdirect 2024, Type 2 Diabetes, viewed on 1 September, 2026, <https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/type-2-diabetes>. This page defines Type 2 Diabetes, its symptoms, testing for the disease, and what treatments are available.
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