This month at a glance

• Food For Thought: Can you really put type 2 diabetes into remission?

• Recipe of the Month: Teriyaki Salmon Stir-Fry Bowl (37 g protein!)
• Meal Plan of the Month: Simple, Gluten-Free 2000Cal Meal Plan
• Research Round-Up: Ultra-processed foods & life-span: what a new multi-country study found 
• Q & A... Your Questions Answered!
• What's on at Your Nutrition Pro: Weight Busters Bootcamp: next round starts 21 July

Food For Thought

Can Type 2 Diabetes Really Go Into Remission? Yes—here’s the how-to in plain English.

Why this matters
For decades people were told Type 2 diabetes was “for life.” New evidence—and thousands of real-world wins—show that with the right game plan you can switch the disease off (a state called remission: HbA1c < 6.5 % for ≥ 3 months without meds).

How remission works 

1. Rapid fat loss—especially around the liver & pancreas restores insulin production.

2. Metabolic reboot: lower calorie intake + low-carb whole foods stabilise blood sugars.

3. Daily movement further boosts insulin sensitivity.

Real-life proof: John, 49, cut to 800 kcal, walked 30 min daily, ditched ultra-processed carbs. HbA1c plunged from 8.7 % → 5.9 % in 12 weeks—no meds.

Your 3-step action plan 

1. Lose 10–15 kg fast but safely (VLCD shakes, meal-replacement soups, or dietitian-designed whole-food plan).

2. Transition to Food - prioritise low-carb, high-fibre meals—think non-starchy veg, lean protein, healthy fats.

3. Move every day: walking, resistance or stretching—consistency beats intensity.

Timing counts. The sooner after diagnosis you act, the higher your odds; after ~6 years, insulin- producing beta cells may be too damaged for full recovery, but improvement is still possible.

Bottom line

Type 2 diabetes isn’t an automatic life sentence. With decisive weight loss, smart eating and daily activity—plus professional support—you can put it to sleep and live medicine-free.

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Need personalised guidance? Hit reply or book a free 15-min telehealth chat and let’s map your remission roadmap.

Recipe of the Month

Teriyaki Salmon Stir Fry Bowl