Length
One-time session, 2 hours
Format/Description
In this virtual group, a registered dietitian, a registered nurse/registered practical nurse, and/or a registered pharmacist discuss the importance of blood sugar control and associated risk factors.
Who should attend?
This group is intended for individuals who are at risk for or have pre-diabetes or newly diagnosed diabetes.
Requirements/Expectations
None
Benefits/Take-aways
Learn how to change your health behaviours in order to improve your blood sugar control and minimize associated complications.
Group Handouts
- 7-Day Healthy Meal Plan
- 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for Adults (18-64 years)
- 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for Adults (65+ years)
- Carbohydrate in Foods
- Glycemic Index Food Guide
- Handy Portion Guide
- How to Set SMART Goals
- Just the Basics (2023)
- Label Reading the Healthy Way
- Maintaining Aerobic Exercise
- Mental Health Issues
- Prediabetes
- Resistance Exercise
- Satisfying Snacks that Balance Blood Sugar
- Sweet Talk – Additional Resources
- The Balanced Food Plate
- TVFHT Sweet Talk Presentation (revised March 2025)
Participant Feedback
“I liked that it provided me with a deeper understanding of how diet and exercise can impact my sugar levels.” (April 2023)
“Content of presentation was very informative, liked opportunity for Q&A, also great to have handouts for more info and as a reminder of content.” (April 2023)
“The facilitators were awesome. Very empathetic and knowledgeable.” (February 2023)
“Clear, concise and direct but delivered in a relaxed manner…….not a clinical lecture.” (January 2023)