Louise Blair is a home economist and food stylist, specializing in healthy recipes. She is a consultant for Diabetes UK and is the author of a number of books including Delicious Cooking for Diabetes, Low GI Cookbook and Great Gluten-free Baking, all published by Hamlyn. Norma McGough is a state registered dietician who was the nutritionist for Diabetes UK for a number of years before moving into freelance work. Location: Aylesbury, Bucks.

Introduction. What is diabetes?: The main types of diabetes; Managing your diabetes; Managing your weight; Hypoglycaemia; Nutrition and diabetes: Healthy eating guidelines for people with diabetes; The glycaemic index; Recommended dietary changes; Food checklist; Living with diabetes: Healthy cooking; Reducing your fat intake; Top 10 shopping tips; Understanding food labels; Eating out; The Recipes. Rice, pasta and other grains. Beans, seeds and pulses. Eat more potatoes. Extra fruit and vegetables. Bread as a basis. Glossary.