Latest issue
January – February 2013
Online content
To get a taste of what Balance has to offer, you can sample three features from the latest issue.
Paradise found
Tropical exploration in Borneo.
Triathlon man
Getting off a bus stop early didn't cut it for 60-year-old Type 2 John Nicholson. So he took up triathlons, and found himself in Team GB.
Back to the future
It's our 250th issue – so what have been our biggest research stories?
New: Balance podcast
We are pleased to present our new Balance podcasts – an audio version of the magazine that you can download and listen to on your computer or MP3 player.
There are four versions available: Life & Health, Research Matters, Features & Comment, and a selected digest of the magazine.
You can save the files to listen to on your MP3 player by right-clicking on the title and selecting 'Save target as' or 'Save link as' (depending on your browser).
We're piloting these podcasts for a few issues, and would love to know what you think about them. If you'd like to let us know, please use the quick feedback form.
It's the 250th edition of Balance magazine – see how it's changed over the years:
Other content, not available online
Regulars
- This is Diabetes UK
- News
- They say, we say
- Research matters– The latest research from around the world
- Your views
- Columnists
- Recipes – healthy takes on comfort food classics
- Bite-sized – Food news and tips
- Walk - Walk on the wild side
- Fundraising focus - Celebrating your achievements and events coming up
- Fun & games – Win £100 John Lewis vouchers and a Virgin Balloon Flight
- Different types – Arthur Smith and Mari Wilson tell it like it is
Features
- Medals of honour
The Bupa Great Run Series 2012 has been a great fundraising year. We meet some of our most challenging runners.
- "I was lucky to have Father to share my experiences"
Bridget Wilkins explains how her life with Type 1 diabetes has been shaped by her father's experience and guidance.
- Balance Bonanza
Roll up, roll up, and take part in ou great giveaways.
- The way we were....
A look back and a celebration of balance over the years.
Life & health
- Health notes – forget about any past diabetes, setbacks and read our guide to concentrate on your healthy future; could you be B12 deficient? Ways to keep your heart healthy; How to be ID savvy; & more.
- Ask the experts – a look at your concerns, including transplants, sharps disposal and salt substitutes..
- Basic care – renewable energy: three key yoga moves from leading expert, Barbara Currie.
- Spotlight on – annual review.