Nutrition for Diabetes Management: 6-Week Consultation

The Nutrition for Diabetes Management Programme, led by Farah Ali-Islam, Registered Dietitian, is designed for individuals managing diabetes who want clear, practical guidance to improve blood glucose control and overall health through nutrition and lifestyle change, tailored to the Caribbean context. What You’ll Learn: -Use the Caribbean Six Food Groups to plan balanced, diabetes-friendly meals -Apply portion control and appropriate serving sizes to support blood glucose management -Read and interpret nutrition facts labels to make informed food choices -Create balanced food combinations to support steady blood sugar levels -Practise mindful eating to improve awareness of hunger, fullness, and eating habits -Integrate regular physical activity to support insulin sensitivity and metabolic health What You’ll Achieve: 1. Improved understanding of the Caribbean Six Food Groups for balanced carbohydrate intake and glycaemic control 2. Greater awareness of portion sizes and nutrient quality for better blood glucose management 3. Adoption of mindful eating practices and reduced sodium intake to support heart health 4.Improved insulin sensitivity through consistent physical activity 5. Increased confidence in meal planning and daily food choices 6. More stable energy levels throughout the day 7. Improved quality of life through better glycaemic control and reduced risk of diabetes-related complications. Programme Includes Initial nutrition assessment and personalised plan Three follow-up consultations over six weeks Membership access to the Restore Nutrition resource portal Bioelectrical impedance body-composition analysis Member Resources Meal-suggestion menus, grocery lists and food-label guidance Nutrition education, behaviour-management strategies and physical activity guidance Goal-setting tools, food and activity logs and progress trackers