November 14 th is World Diabetes Day ! This global diabetes awareness campaign was jointly introduced by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) amidst concern over an escalating diabetes epidemic. November 14th was chosen because it marks the birthday of the man who co-discovered insulin, Frederick Banting (Banting discovered insulin in 1922, in conjunction with Charles Best). Late onset diabetes is often preventable, and if you have a genetic predisposition a  preventative, holistic  healthcare plan is highly recommended. This could significantly improve your chances of preventing the condition -- as well as improve your general quality of life, health and well being. A nutritional therapist will help you choose a diet/way of eating that is most suitable for your individual needs. A diet low in refined carbohydrates is particularly important as well as increasing foods that are low on the "glycemic index" and high in nutrients, such as fresh leafy green veg. Increasing fresh vegetables and proteins, and reducing fruit and other sugars -- especially the relatively "hidden" ones can be the key for many. Certain supplements can also be useful if low blood sugar is already an issue -- chromium being particularly important. BioCare produce a supplement called "Sucroguard" specifically to help support blood glucose levels. Key nutrients include chromium, manganese, magnesium, a full range of B vitamins and vitamin C. Exercise is also important both in preventative terms and to help control symptoms if diabetes has been diagnosed. Regular exercise helps to lower