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Celene Walker, Physical Activity Coordinator
Five simple ways to get moving in your day-to-day life

Being active has lots of brilliant benefits for both your physical and mental health. But we know it’s not always easy to fit into a busy schedule. If you're looking for quick, easy ways to introduce more movement into your day, we have some new resources to help. From five exercises you can do while you're sitting down, to a simple five minute follow along routine with our Physical Activity Coordinator Celene, they’re all completely free and designed to help you get moving in your day-to-day life.  
Check out our new resources
 
 
 
Bupe, who is living with type 2 diabetes
Bupe's story: How an early diagnosis saved me

 "I’m so pleased that in a period of three months I was able to get myself back on track, put my diabetes into remission and maintain it." Last year, Bupe was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes during the pandemic. But thanks to an early diagnosis and changes to her lifestyle, Bupe has now put her type 2 diabetes into remission.
Read her story
 
Grilled chicken salad with avocado dressing
New recipe: Grilled chicken salad with avocado dressing
 
Whether you're on the hunt for an easy lunch or a healthy dinner, this delicious salad is the perfect choice. It's ready in under 30 minutes and is packed with healthy fats, protein and fibre - which can help to keep your heart healthy by lowering your blood pressure and cholesterol. So grab a plate and tuck in!

Try the recipe
 
1 in 3 people have not had any contact with their diabetes teams since the start of the pandemic
 
  Diabetes is serious but so are we
 
Did you know that 1 in 3 people haven’t had any contact with their diabetes teams since the start of the pandemic? This needs to change. That’s why we've launched our new campaign #DiabetesIsSerious, calling on the government to make diabetes care a priority. Over 8,600 people have already signed our open letter - join them and fight for better care today.
Sign our letter
 
Ultimate Diabetes Cookbook
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Our online shop is full of products to help you manage your diabetes well. From diabetes cookbooks to portion plates and more, discover our healthy living range in just one click. And, when you shop with us, every penny you spend helps to fund life-saving research and vital support services for people affected by diabetes.

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UK Wide Cycle Ride: Virtual coast to coast challenge. Your race at your pace. Sign up now.
 
 If you'd like to share experiences and chat to other people affected by diabetes, join our online forum.

 
 
                                                           

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