• By Virginia Alejo Lopez
• Posted Monday, January 23, 2023

Dining with Diabetes Online Series

N.C. State Extension is offering a Dining With Diabetes Online Series designed for adults 18 years and older at risk for type 2 diabetes. This series is recommended for those with prediabetes, type 2 diabetes or other insulin-resistant conditions, people with other conditions that would benefit from this program, and their families and caregivers.

Join us for this 4-week Dining With Diabetes Online session(s) beginning Tuesday, February 21st from 5:30 PM to 7 PM through March 14, 2023. On Tuesdays, we will have a virtual program and cooking demonstration.

Dates:

• February 21, 2023, 5:30 -7 pm
• February 28, 2023, 5:30 -7 pm
• March 07, 2023, 5:30 - 7 pm
• March 14, 2023, 5:30 - 7 pm

• What is Diabetes?
• Carbohydrates and Sweeteners
• Fats and Sodium
• Vitamins, Mineral, and Fiber
• Collection of recipes for Main Dishes, Side Dishes, and Desserts

• Increase knowledge about healthy foods
• Present healthy versions of familiar foods
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques
• Provide food demonstrations of new recipes
• Provide basic information regarding diabetes and nutrition
• Provide opportunities for sharing and learning from one another and from diabetes health professionals