Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – March 27, 2026 – In the latest edition of the well-received weekly health column “Living Well with Diabetes”, Dr. Annie Tan, Malaysian certified Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) physician, addresses one of the biggest concerns for people living with diabetes: “How Can You Prevent or Delay Diabetes Complications Long-Term?”
The column offers clear, practical steps to reduce the risk of serious complications such as heart disease, kidney damage, eye problems (retinopathy), and nerve issues (neuropathy). It combines evidence-based Western medicine with preventive strategies from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
Key Insights from the Column

From a Western medicine viewpoint, preventing complications requires good overall control of key risk factors. This includes keeping A1C, blood pressure, and cholesterol at target levels, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding smoking, and attending regular screenings for the eyes, kidneys, and feet. Medications such as statins or ACE inhibitors may be prescribed when needed. Consistent blood glucose management through daily lifestyle habits forms the foundation and has been shown to significantly lower complication rates.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, prevention focuses on strengthening the body’s constitution early, resolving blood stasis, and balancing Yin and Yang. Dietary therapy, regular practice of gentle exercises like Qigong or Tai Chi, and selected herbal formulas help promote circulation, nourish organs, and support long-term vitality. TCM aims to address the root patterns of “Xiao Ke” (wasting-thirst syndrome) before they develop into complications.

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The full column is now available in print and digital editions. Readers are encouraged to follow the weekly series for more useful advice on living well with diabetes.
The column is for informational purposes only and does not replace personalised medical advice. Readers should always consult their doctors or qualified registered TCM practitioners for individual care, especially regarding foot health and any complementary therapies.

Integrating both approaches, Dr. Annie Tan recommends combining Western screening programmes and strict control of blood glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol with TCM’s emphasis on preventive lifestyle habits, balance, and movement. Early and consistent action using both systems provides the strongest protection. Regular check-ups paired with daily healthy habits can deliver compounding benefits over the years.
“Preventing diabetes complications is achievable with steady effort,” said Dr. Annie Tan. “By using modern Western tools for risk control and regular screenings together with TCM’s focus on building strength and promoting smooth Qi and blood flow, people with diabetes can take proactive steps to protect their heart, kidneys, eyes, and nerves. The most effective strategy is early action combined with daily commitment.”
This column is part of the ongoing 20-week series “Living Well with Diabetes”, which provides practical, everyday guidance by blending Western clinical guidelines (including the Malaysian Clinical Practice Guidelines on Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus) with TCM principles. Given Malaysia’s high diabetes prevalence of approximately 21.1% among adults, the series aims to support readers with culturally relevant tools for better long-term health.

The full column is now available in print and digital editions. Readers are encouraged to follow the weekly series for more useful advice on living well with diabetes.
The column is for informational purposes only and does not replace personalised medical advice. Readers should always consult their doctors or qualified registered TCM practitioners for individual care.
About Dr. Annie Tan
Dr. Annie Tan is a Malaysian endocrinologist and certified Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) physician. She brings dual expertise in Western diabetes care and TCM, aligned with Malaysian regulatory standards including the Traditional and Complementary Medicine (T&CM) Act 2016. She is committed to practical, culturally sensitive education that helps patients integrate lifestyle, medical therapy, and complementary approaches for improved long-term outcomes.

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