Together Let's Beat Diabetes

Diabetes affects millions of people across South Africa. aQuellé has a heart for people and families suffering from the disease and is creating awareness and educating people about diabetes.

aQuellé has travelled across South Africa, providing free glucose testing and encouraging people to drink more water, make healthy food choices, and maintain active lifestyles.

Diabetes activations

1 in
people have diabetes in SA
+
people tested in 2025
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GET TESTED

  • Diabetes is no longer just a health concern. It is now the leading natural cause of death in South Africa. In 2023, diabetes accounted for 5.8% of all registered deaths, surpassing stroke and hypertensive disease.

     

    Prediabetes often develops silently, with no noticeable symptoms for years. Get tested today!

     

    Diabetes can lead to complications in many parts of the body and increase the risk of premature death.

  • Complications

  • Symptoms

  • TYPE 1 DIABETES
    An autoimmune condition where the body produces little or no insulin.


    TYPE 2 DIABETES
    A condition where the body stops responding to insulin normally. Risk is lowered with a healthy lifestyle.

     

    GESTATIONAL DIABETES
    A relative lack of insulin during pregnancy.

CHOOSE WATER

  • Drinking water is important in maintaining healthy blood sugar levels as it eliminates excess glucose and fights dehydration.

     

    Glucose levels in the body are moderated by a hormone called insulin. When people suffer from diabetes they have a lack of insulin, or their bodies are unable to respond to it.

     

    Keep hydrated!

eat healthy

  • A healthy lifestyle reduces the risk of getting Type 2 diabetes. Obesity is a major risk factor associated with diabetes.

     

  • TIPS

    • Eat at regular times
    • Replace white bread with Low GI bread
    • Regularly eat high fibre foods, e.g. oats
    • Include vegetables, fruit, beans/lentils, whole grains and nuts in your diet

    AVOID

    • Skipping a meal
    • Fatty foods, e.g. pastries and pies
    • Processed foods, e.g. sweet cereals
    • A lot of sugar
    • Alcohol and cigarettes

get active

  • GETTING ACTIVE:

    • gives you energy and helps you sleep better
    • helps control blood glucose and manage weight
    • helps reduce cholestrol and problems associated with heart disease
    • is good for your joints and flexibility
    • reduces stress levels

Please note that the general information regarding diabetes is for educational purposes. For further advice, please contact a qualified health professional.