Glucerna #StartsWithYou Empowers Malaysians with Diabetes to Adopt Positive Lifestyle Changes

I’m making a change today! How about you? Glucerna® #StartsWithYou campaign by Abbott empowers Malaysians with diabetes to adopt positive lifestyles changes and nutrition. According to the National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS), there is an estimated 3.6 million Malaysians – or 15.6% of the adult population – living with diabetes, and there are many more who are unaware of their diabetic state.

Glucerna #StartsWithYou Empowers Malaysians with Diabetes to Adopt Positive Lifestyle Changes

Do you know that uncontrolled diabetes can impact overall health. It can cause complications like heart disease, nerve or kidney damage. Small lifestyle modifications can make a big impact on diabetes management and overall health.

 

I’m glad that I attended this talk to learn how to manage diabetes because my mom has diabetes. There is so many small changes we can practice daily that can bring big impact on our health. It’s about making mindful choices - planning our meals and sticking to a balanced eating routine.

Consultant Dietitian, Indra Balaratnam shared nutrition tips and demonstrated nutritious recipes to help Malaysians live healthier

Consultant Dietician Indra Balaratnam also shared some tips how to prepare healthy and nutritious meals without sacrificing the taste. We can also follow the Malaysian Healthy Plate Model (Suku Suku Separuh) with ¼ protein, ¼ carbohydrates, ½ fruits and vegetable as our guide for proper portioning of our daily meal.

Ainaa Munirah Pang, a 39-year-old chef shared her journey in achieving her target glucose levels with the help of the Glucerna® Lifestyle Change Program (GLCP)

 It's truly inspiring to see how Ainaa Munirah Pang, a 39-year-old chef shared her journey in achieving her target glucose levels with the help of the Glucerna® Lifestyle Change Program (GLCP). 

Diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at the age of 27, Ainaa faced the challenge of adhering to a healthy and consistent regime, especially being surrounded by sweet temptations at her job. 

Insights on diabetes management and inspiring success stories were presented at the Glucerna #StartsWithYou campaign

The four-week lifestyle intervention program helped guide her on a path to better health. Not only she achieved her glucose targets but also found a community who shared common goals that supports her health journey.

''Joining the program was life-changing,'' said Ainaa. ''It wasn’t just about controlling my glucose level but also about finding a community of support and making small changes that added up to a big difference.''

(L to R) Dr. Nina Mazera Mohd Said, Abbott’s Nutrition Medical Director in Malaysia; Ainaa Munirah Pang, Glucerna Lifestyle Change Program (GLCP) participant; Dr. Zanariah Hussein, Head of the Endocrine Unit at Putrajaya Hospital and Indra Balaratnam, Consultant Dietitian advocating diabetes education at the launch of the Glucerna #StartsWithYou campaign launch.

The Glucerna® Lifestyle Change Program (GLCP) has supported many people with diabetes manage their glucose levels through positive lifestyle changes including good nutrition and exercise. Today, we are happy to showcase some success stories to empower more Malaysians with diabetes to build healthy habits. 

Glucerna® a scientifically-formulated diabetes-specific nutrition formula

Glucerna®, a scientifically-formulated diabetes-specific nutrition formula, is integral to the GLCP approach. Clinical studies have demonstrated that Glucerna® effectively manages blood glucose levels by providing a steady release of glucose. Glucerna’s unique formulation includes low glycaemic index carbohydrates, which help minimise post-meal spikes, alongside essential nutrients that support overall health.

Samantha Teh, Marketing Director of Abbott Nutrition Malaysia explaining the purpose of the Glucerna #StartsWithYou campaign

The Glucerna® #StartsWithYou campaign highlights success stories of Malaysians who participated in a four-week lifestyle intervention program incorporating good nutrition and physical exercise. 

Send your story to Abbott Nutrition Careline (wecare@abbott.com) with the subject "My Diabetes Journey" for a chance to receive a "Glucerna Wellness Pack" to support you on your wellness journey.

Dr. Nina and Ainaa sharing more about the awareness and management of diabetes

For more information about Glucerna® #StartsWithYou Empowers Malaysians with Diabetes to Adopt Positive Lifestyle Changes, please visit Abbott Website and Facebook #LivingWellWithDiabetes #StartsWithYou #LifestyleChange #Nutrition #Glucerna