Nutrition to manage Diabetes
Diabetes awareness is a global effort to educate about Diabetes.
A healthy diet helps control blood sugar levels, also known as blood glucose.
Insulin is the hormone that regulates blood sugar and its main job is to move glucose from the bloodstream into the body's cells to make energy.
Lisa Glaister is a dedicated health coach working as part of the Optimum Health Centre's team of health professionals. Lisa qualified from the University of Cape Town with a Science Honours degree in
Environmental Geographical Science majoring in Ecology, is a qualified Neuroscience Hardwires Interpretation Coach and a qualified Health Coach from the Health Coaches Academy in the UK.
"As a health coach and advocate for wholesome living, I find great joy in growing my own organic vegetables on my small farm, including leeks that I supply to our local organic shop. It’s a labor of love that not only nourishes my family but also supports our community. Diabetes Awareness reminds me of how vital nutrition is in managing and preventing diabetes. Incorporating fresh, organic produce into daily meals—like vibrant greens and nutrient-packed veggies —can make a significant difference in blood sugar control and overall health. It’s my mission to help others embrace simple, sustainable changes that lead to lasting well-being."
In her personal time, Lisa enjoys quiet moments to pray and meditate, going on adventures with her family and enjoys staying physically fit doing CrossFit, Mountain Biking, Paddling and Hiking.
Optimum Health Centre can all be contacted via phone on: 079 472 5309 / 066 269 8229 or via email on: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Author credit: Liza Williams - Freelance Wellness Blogger (Pictured here RHS) 
Born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa, Liza has a deeply rooted love for all things wellness and her career as a Somatologist has taken her to various parts of the world. She enjoys connecting with people and her hobbies include travel and tourism, photography, music, and aesthetics. Liza lives with her family in Nottingham Road, Midlands, South Africa.
Liza says, “Lisa Glaister helps people reach their optimum health by supporting them to put in place healthy habits to sustain themselves for life. At the Optimum Health Centre, the collaborative efforts of the health team promise a holistic, evidence-based approach that integrates neurological rewiring, lifestyle change, nutritional guidance and psychological well-being with medical support. Diabetes can be managed well with the correct nutritional goals and guidance.”