The WeightWatchers® Guide to Diabetes
Diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions. It’s also one of the most misunderstood. We’ve distilled the science into what you need to know—and want to know—with an emphasis on the little things that will make your life less complicated.
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The WeightWatchers® Guide to Diabetes
Diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions. It’s also one of the most misunderstood. We’ve distilled the science into what you need to know—and want to know—with an emphasis on the little things that will make your life less complicated.
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We know diabetes
Meet the WeightWatchers experts who ensure our content is up-to-date, accurate, and meaningful.Meet the WeightWatchers experts who ensure our content is up-to-date, accurate, and meaningful.
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Heather Zeitz, R.D.
VP of Digital Healthcare Registered dietitian
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Angela Goscilo, M.S., R.D.
Senior Manager of Nutrition Registered dietitian
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Barbra Sassower, RDN
Certified Diabetes Educator Registered dietitian nutritionist and certified diabetes education specialist
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Michelle Cardel, Ph.D., R.D.
Senior Director of Global Clinical Research and Nutrition Registered dietitian
Lose weight and lower blood sugar†
You can’t talk about diabetes without talking about weight. Science shows that even modest weight loss (losing 5% of your body weight) can help ease insulin resistance. That’s why we created the Diabetes-Tailored Plan, a weight-loss program that takes
Personalized program
Take a quick assessment for a tailored plan that's designed by nutrition and behavioral scientists, and proven to help lower weight and blood sugar.†
Simple tracking
Keep tabs on your progress by tracking meals, exercise, weight, and blood sugar readings right in the WW app.
Ongoing support
Attend in-person or virtual Workshops, and connect with a diabetes Coach and other members via our in-app group.
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Personalized program
Take a quick assessment for a tailored plan that's designed by nutrition and behavioral scientists, and proven to help lower weight and blood sugar.†
Simple tracking
Keep tabs on your progress by tracking meals, exercise, weight, and blood sugar readings right in the WW app.
Ongoing support
Attend in-person or virtual Workshops, and connect with a diabetes Coach and other members via our in-app group.
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Diabetes basics and beyond
There’s a lot more to diabetes than just blood sugar, but sometimes, information overload just leaves you overwhelmed. So we’re demystifying the condition with expert-based intel that makes taking care of yourself feel doable.
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The most important things to know about diabetes
We’re cutting through the confusion to deliver the facts—about everything from the types to treatment.
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The most important things to know about diabetes symptoms
The first signs are subtle and easy to miss, but catching the condition early on is key.
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The most important things to know about diabetes causes
For many, this borderline condition is a wake-up call—here’s when to ring the alarm.
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The most important things to know about diabetes treatments
A simplified explainer on the best ways to take care of your diabetes.
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The most important things to know about diabetes types
Diabetes isn’t one condition—it's many. This is what makes each type unique.
While a diabetes diagnosis brings lots of change, it doesn’t mean you need to create a new life from scratch. (This is diabetes, not witness protection.) Here’s how to manage the condition within the context of the life you love—one that’s full of joy. And carbs.
The WeightWatchers Diabetes-Tailored Plan can help you hit your wellness goals—our members are the proof. Since the stats and studies tell only part of the story, we’ll let these inspiring individuals tell the rest.
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"Since starting Mounjaro® and the GLP-1 Success Program, I feel like I’ve gotten my life back."
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Wondering, “What the heck do I eat?” We got you. Thanks to guidance from the American Diabetes Association and the culinary wizardry of our recipe developers and nutritionists, you can eat what you love while still reaching your wellness goals. Here’s just a taste.