About this course
Do you or a loved one have pre-diabetes? We all know that we need to exercise and watch what we eat, but until something goes wrong, it's sometimes hard to commit to. Understanding diabetes will help you take action to reverse or minimize your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Our Diabetes: Prevention and Treatment course will give you practical tools to empower you to take control of your health and share healthy habits with those you love. With practical tools and an effective plan, you will have an opportunity to prevent or delay the onset of diabetes!
* You have 4 weeks to complete this course from date of your enrollment.
Diabetes Prevention and Treatment Module 1
Diagnosing Pre-Diabetes
Module one will put into perspective the diabetes and pre-diabetes epidemic in America. We will identify the principles of self-care behaviors and also look at who is at risk. Also included in module one is the symptoms to be familiar with and a discussion on the risks of diabetes in women and overweight children.
- The Pre-Diabetes Epidemic in America
- Risk Factors and Symptoms
- About Metabolic Syndrome
- Women At Risk
- Pre-Diabetes and Overweight Kids
Diabetes Prevention and Treatment Module 2
Action Plan for Pre-Diabetes and Exercise
Module two will discuss the importance of maintaining a healthy weight. Those who have food addictions and do not get moving after a splurging influences your body's ability to process those sugars and leads towards pre-diabetes. Module two look at how exercise will help you overcome the symptoms and possibly delay the onset of this disease.
- Your Weight's Influence on Pre-Diabetes
- Facing Your Food Problems
- Get Moving!
- Making Time for Exercise
- Slow and Steady Wins the Race
Diabetes Prevention and Treatment Module 3
What Can I Eat?
Module three will look at the basics of the food groups and what one should include in a healthy diet. Understanding how to read food labels is important in maintaining the right kind of diet and in module three we will learn how to use these labels to portion our food appropriately.
- Keep It Simple to Start
- About Carbs, Fiber, and Whole Grains
- Reading Food Labels
- Tips for Dining Out
- What About Alcohol?
Diabetes Prevention and Treatment Module 4
Cooking Styles and Action Plan
In our last module, we will look at different recipes and cooking styles that follow a nutritious diet. Many times we think following a diet means the food is not appetizing or sweet. However, we will look at healthy, tasty meals that will encourage and help you maintain a healthy weight.
- Breakfast Fare
- Soups, Meat, and Poultry
- Casseroles and Stews
- Salads, Dressings and Sauces
- Breads and Muffins
