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Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes

  • Area Agency on Aging
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Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes is a CDC recognized, 12-month diabetes prevention program based on strategies proven to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes.

If you have been diagnosed with prediabetes or are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes, this program is for you. You CAN prevent type 2 diabetes. Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes can help! Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes is a CDC-recognized diabetes prevention program based upon proven strategies to achieve and maintain a healthy weight.  Key concepts include planning, tracking, and living mindfully to prevent diabetes. The program is delivered in a real-time, online format so you see and hear your instructor in a live session. The format of the class allows you to interact with your instructor and classmates. You’ll be able to work through challenges together as a group and celebrate each other’s successes. For more information, click here to visit the Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes program website.

 

During the 12-month online program you will:

 

circles explaining what will happen during the 12-month program

 

Classes:
  • Are held online with a live instructor
  • Are available during convenient lunchtime and evening hours
  • Are accessible on computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones
  • Include one-on-one support outside of class
  • Include recipes, tips, and resources to support the healthy lifestyle choices you are making!
Eligibility:

There are some eligibility requirements in order to register for the program and include: 

  • No previous diagnosis of diabetes

  • Must have a BMI of at least 25 and one of the following:

    • A1c of 5.7 - 6.4 or

    • Fasting blood glucose of 100-125 or

    • Score of 5 or higher on the CDC risk test HERE

  • Are you committed to attending 26 classes during the next 12 months and tracking your weight and physical activity minutes each week during this timeframe?
  • Are you able to manage current distractions in order to fully participate in this program?
  • Are you willing to make healthy eating and physical activity changes in order to improve your health?
Registration Process:

Call us today to register for Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes.  Part of the process is a screening to determine readiness and commitment to the program. During the registration process you will be asked several questions, including if you were diagnosed with gestational diabetes and do you know your A1c. If you were diagnosed with gestational diabetes, you automatically qualify for this program. If you know your A1c score, you will be asked to enter it during registration; however, you do not have to know your A1c to register. Once registered, you will receive a voucher code for the Eat Smart website to provide access to the program. Contact Sydney at 989.358.4667 or HealthyAging@nemcsa.org for more information.