Diabetes Nutrition Counseling

Topics covered include: 

• What is a carbohydrate?
• Carbohydrate counting made easy
• How many can I have for my meals and snacks?
  • An individual meal plan is provided
• How do I read the food label?
• Why is fiber important to me and my blood sugar control?
• Sugar, Sugar Substitutes and Sugar Alcohol
• Healthy heart eating:  Lean meats and healthy fats
• How to include desserts into my meal plan
• Guidelines for use of Alcohol
• Sick Day Guidelines
• Dining Out
• Fast Food
• Plate Method
• Clearing up calorie confusion

Food models and other visuals are used to give specific examples of portions and meal planning.

Participants are welcome to bring a support person.

Program participants may be required to have an insurance referral and/or a signed doctor note. This information can be faxed to 610-328-8922. Please check with your insurance carrier regarding your coverage.

All participants are encouraged to meet at The Center for Diabetes prior to the start of class and a member of the team will guide the class to the conference room.

Program participants may be required to have a referral form from their physician. Please check with your insurance carrier regarding your coverage.

Time:

2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Location:

Springfield Hospital

Instructor:

Registered and Licensed Dietitian