The condition affects one in 10 people in Ireland, but our experts explain what the diagnosis means and how your lifestyle, diet, and good support can make a huge difference
Food can play an important role for diabetics. Photo: Getty
Diabetes is one of the most prevalent chronic conditions worldwide, affecting one person in 10.
National charity Diabetes Ireland estimates that around 309,000 people in Ireland live with diabetes. Of those, 87.7pc have Type 2, and 10.7pc have Type 1.