Diabetes continues to rise across Australia. As of March 2026, 1.5 million people are registered with the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS). Of these, 87% live with Type 2 diabetes, making it the most common form of the condition.

With so many Australians affected, the right support can make a meaningful difference in managing blood glucose levels and improving long-term health.

Working with a credentialled diabetes educator provides personalised guidance to help you better understand your condition and build sustainable, realistic habits.

What Does a Diabetes Educator Do?

A diabetes educator supports you in understanding how nutrition, lifestyle, and daily habits impact your blood glucose levels and overall health.

Rather than restrictive diets, the focus is on practical strategies that fit into your everyday life.

Support may include:

• Managing blood glucose levels through nutrition

   

• Weight management support

   

• Cardiovascular and kidney health nutrition

   

• Gut health and digestive support

   

• Pregnancy and gestational diabetes nutrition

   

Small, consistent changes can have a powerful impact on diabetes management over time.

The Role of a Diabetes Educator

As a credentialled diabetes educator, I support you in confidently managing diabetes day-to-day.

This may include guidance around:

• Blood glucose monitoring

   

• Hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia management

   

• Medication or insulin support

   

• Lifestyle strategies to improve glucose control

   

Education is key to helping you feel more in control and confident in managing your health.

A Collaborative Approach to Care

At Tash Rae Dietitian, I work alongside exercise physiologists, podiatrists, GPs and practice nurses to provide a multidisciplinary approach to care.

This ensures you receive well-rounded support, addressing nutrition, movement, circulation and overall health.

Who Can Benefit From Seeing a Diabetes Educator?

Working with a diabetes educator may benefit you if you are:

• Experiencing fluctuating blood glucose levels

   

• Newly diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes

   

• Pregnant with gestational diabetes or at risk

   

• Managing weight concerns

   

• Starting or adjusting GLP-1 medications

   

• Supporting a loved one living with diabetes

   

I take a gentle, patient-centred approach, helping you develop practical strategies that align with your lifestyle, family commitments and health goals.