With the Easter Bunny knocking on our doorsteps, it can be tempting to throw out our healthy diet in favour of delicious chocolate eggs. While it is okay to treat yourself over the long weekend, being mindful of portion sizes can help you stay on track. Remember: chocolate should be consumed as a snack, not in place of a nutritious meal.

Below is a list of common Easter treats, with their ideal portion sizes and how many exchanges are in each.

Keep this list handy and you'll find it much easier to avoid overindulging this long weekend. To read more about the calorie and fat content in your Easter treats, click the link below.

The Australian Government recently announced they will now be providing subsidies for Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs). CGMs are small wearable devices that continually measure glucose levels. They also sounds an alarm if levels become too low or too high - valuable for parents monitoring children throughout the night.

This subsidy, accessible through the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS), will be available to people under the age of 21 with Type 1 Diabetes who meet a specific criteria. This initiative makes access to CGMs financially easier, reducing stress for families and teenagers. This technology can help young people better manage their blood glucose levels, avoiding unexpected hypoglycaemia and possible diabetic ketoacidosis. 

While we are still hopeful for subsidised CGMs for all ages, this is certainly a progressive step in the right direction. For those who do not know much about Continuous Glucose Monitoring and want to learn how to access a subsidised CGM, the DANII Foundation is hosting a National Information Roadshow. Dr Claire Morbey will be presenting at the Newcastle event, explaining how CGM technology works and why it is invaluable.

Our local event will be on May 1st at Souths Leagues Club in Merewether - just down the road from our centre. Attendance is free, but spots are limited, so bookings are recommended.