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Reversing Diabetes

Fact or Fiction?

Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more This course is designed for healthcare professionals with a general interest in diabetes who are looking to upskill themselves or eventually take a full diabetes postgraduate qualification. The course will also be of interest to people looking to manage their own type 2 diabetes or those keen to prevent it from developing. You can use the hashtag #FLreversingdiabetes to talk about this course on social media.

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Seeing the wood for the trees: defining what we mean by prevention, remission, reversal and cure.
Weight management: a look at the physiological effects of weight loss in people with Type 2 Diabetes.
Improving and supporting self-management.

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Evidence-based diabetes reversal insights

According to learners, this course offers a largely positive and evidence-based overview of diabetes reversal, effectively separating fact from fiction. Students praise the clear explanations and rigorous scientific foundation, making complex topics digestible for both healthcare professionals seeking to upskill and individuals managing Type 2 Diabetes. The course's focus on weight management and self-management strategies is consistently highlighted as practical and actionable, though some note it could offer more specific "how-to" guidance. The instructors are commended for their knowledgeable and understandable delivery.

Offers actionable strategies for personal health improvement.

"I appreciate how the course focused on self-management strategies. It wasn't just theory; it gave actionable advice."

"I learned practical tools and strategies that I could apply immediately to my personal health management."

"The segment on improving and supporting self-management was particularly useful, providing clear steps."

Catters well to both medical professionals and general learners.

"As a layperson, I found the explanations clear and digestible, yet it felt rigorous enough for anyone interested in the science."

"I'm a nurse, and even though some parts were familiar, the nuanced discussion was insightful. It's great for both upskilling and personal knowledge."

"The course strikes a good balance, not too basic for healthcare professionals, nor too complex for individuals seeking personal health knowledge."

Helps distinguish evidence-based information from common myths.

"This course provided a fantastic overview of the current scientific understanding of diabetes reversal. It really helped me separate myth from reality."

"I gained a much clearer understanding of what 'reversal' truly means and what's scientifically supported versus anecdotal."

"It does an excellent job of debunking common misconceptions surrounding diabetes and its management."

Some aspects may benefit from incorporating updated research.

"The course felt a bit outdated in some sections, especially regarding the latest research on certain diets."

"While solid, I believe some modules could benefit from incorporating very recent findings in the field."

"I wish there was more up-to-date information on emerging treatments discussed."

Provides principles and evidence but lacks specific 'how-to' details.

"It's a good starting point, but I was hoping for more specific dietary protocols or exercise plans."

"The course is more about the 'why' behind reversal than the 'how' of daily implementation."

"I found it provided excellent scientific context, but I had to seek out other resources for detailed action plans."

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