COAL TOWNSHIP - Dining with Diabetes, a Penn State Extension program for adults with diabetes and their families, is coming to Coal Township High Rise community room, 101 N. Ash St., in April.
The classes offer healthy meal planning, cooking demonstrations, hands-on food preparation, class discussions and new physical activity choices.
Dates are Fridays, April 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 1 to 3 p.m. Follow-up class is July 13.
Registered dietitian Lynn James will lead discussions addressing:
- Important numbers you need to know.
- Planning healthy meals for your lifestyle.
- Fiber, carbohydrates, fats, sweeteners and practical uses.
- Healthy food preparation your family will enjoy.
- Physical activity for all abilities.
Classes are offered weekly for four weeks, with a three-month, follow-up class. Lab tests will be offered to measure HbA1c. In addition to class handouts and test results, participants also receive the following resources: exercise DVD, resistance band for exercising, Joslin Diabetes Center educational materials, complete collection of Dining with Diabetes recipe book and Plate Method placemat. Cost: $40 individual, $55 family (two persons); scholarships are available, and many health insurers reimburse.
If you have been told that you have Type 2 diabetes, you will want to attend this class.
To register: http://extension.psu.edu/healthy-lifestyles/diabetes on-line and click on classes or call toll free at 1-877-489-1398 or 988-3950 with any questions. Registration deadline is April 9.