I am sure many readers are planning to celebrate the Queen’s jubilee with parties for family, friends and neighbours.

No matter what type of party, it means there will be food and drinks to tempt people to over-indulge.

For those with diabetes, parties can be a challenge as to what to eat to fit in with their diet. Some people may even avoid parties because they may know what they can’t eat, but not what they can.

For people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, watching there is not an excess of fatty and sugary items is important, but this is a special occasion, so our dietician has developed some ideas for jubilee party food and drinks.

She also points out that being as active as possible with dancing and sports helps to use up the calories and to moderate blood glucose levels.

We are happy to provide this party information to people free of charge.

We are also happy to send people our free booklet, Diabetes – Everyday Eating.

The Insulin Dependent Diabetes Trust also produces a wide variety of free information, including our booklet, Understanding Your Diabetes.

Call 01604 622837, e-mail jenny@iddtinternational.org, or write to IDDT, PO Box 294, Northampton NN14XS.

Jenny Hirst
Co-chair
Insulin Dependent Diabetes Trust