A Place in the Sun presenter, Craig Rowe, has candidly admitted “I can’t keep doing this” as he discussed his challenging health battle. The Channel 4 star revealed his struggle with diabetes, a condition that requires careful management and is made more difficult by his frequent travels for the popular show.
Despite his demanding job and busy schedule, Craig, who comes from Bristol has found innovative ways to maintain his health and manage his blood sugar levels. However, he confessed that it’s “really hard” and “exhausting”.
“It’s hard. I’m not gonna lie. It’s really hard, I think two words – protein shake and a yoga mat. I’ve always got those two things with me because one of the ways to sort of help balance blood sugar is to keep the protein levels high,” he said. From carefully planning his meals and snacks to incorporating regular exercise into his routine, Craig has taken a proactive approach to managing his condition.
He added: “I will often grab a protein shake on the run because when I first started doing this job I did put on about a stone because I was eating in hotels. Even though I was working there was this beautiful hotel buffet and it just got ridiculous.”
Craig, the star of A Place in The Sun, admitted that he quickly realised, “I can’t keep doing this,” and started to monitor his diet, opting for chicken and fish as “good choices” while travelling. He further explained: “I just realised early on I can’t keep doing this. So I will often take protein shakes, I’ll just try and make good choices – chicken and fish when I’m away. I’ll have a salad. I mean if there’s a gym occasionally, I’ll get a chance to get to one after work.”
Despite his busy schedule, Craig still manages to squeeze in “a little yoga and some push-ups” regardless of when he wraps up filming. He also humorously mentioned his efforts to resist the temptation of French and Spanish cakes.
The NHS says Type 1 diabetes is a condition where your body cannot make a hormone called insulin. This causes the level of glucose (sugar) in your blood to get too high.
The most common symptoms of type 1 diabetes are:
- peeing more than usual
- feeling very thirsty
- feeling very tired
- losing weight quickly without trying to
Other symptoms can include:
- blurred vision
- breath that smells sweet or fruity (like nail polish remover or pear drop sweets)
- cuts and wounds taking longer to heal
- getting frequent infections, such as thrush
The NHS adds: “If it’s not treated, it can lead to a serious condition called diabetic ketoacidosis. Type 1 diabetes usually starts in children and young adults, but it can happen at any age. You’re more likely to get it if you have other problems with your immune system (autoimmune conditions), or if others in your family have type 1 diabetes or other autoimmune conditions.”
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