Balance magazine

Latest issue

To get a taste of what Balance has to offer, you can sample three features from the latest issue.

Caring for those who care
As we approach Carers Week, we look at how diabetes can affect friends and loved ones - and how best to cope

Travel & sport
Tackling La Marmotte (and taking in the views).

Walk
Getting out and about in the hills

This is Diabetes UK
News
They say, we say
Research matters– The latest research from around the world
Your views
Columnists
Recipes – truly scrumptious: delectable desserts and treats from Truvia
Bite-sized – Food news and tips
Fundraising focus - Celebrating your achievements and events coming up
Fun & games – Win £100 John Lewis vouchers, and we have copies of 'Carbs & Cals', plus' Hill Walking Essentials DVDs' to give away
Different types – Arthur Smith and Mari Wilson tell it like it is

Have your say
Here's your chance to say what you think about 'Balance' - and you'll also be in with a chance of winning a £250 Red Letter Day
Carbs and Cals laid bare
Author and Company Dietitian of the ever-popular 'Carbs & Cals' book share their plated portions
Spreading the word on islet cell transplants
Dr Martin Rutter gives the low-down on this life-saving treatment for people with Type 1

Health notes – boost your energy; all about the 5:2 diet; chair exercises; what to do if you fall ill on holiday; and hypo/hyperthyroidism explained
Ask the experts – a look at your concerns, including: safe sites for testing; care choices; pain relief; and being taken ill on holiday
Spotlight on - neuropathy
Basic care – keeping your child's care on track: the 10 checks and services your child is entitled to