Diabetes Initiative

Diabetes Initiative

CLASS OBJECTIVE: 

The four-class Diabetes Initiative series provide the knowledge, tools, and lifestyle strategies to help individuals reduce the risk of developing diabetes, and to manage and even reverse the disease. 

Classes are intended for those with diabetes, prediabetes, or a family history or risk factors for developing diabetes, and their adult family members and loved ones. 

Each class in the program will feature nutrition education and cooking demonstrations, and participants will leave with a selection of affordable and easy recipes they can prepare at home.

Featured Class Topics:

Class 1 — 

• Introduction to How Foods Fight Diabetes

January 26, 2026 6:00-8:00 pm

• Class 1: Introduction to — How Foods Fight Diabetes

The road to diabetes does not have to be a one-way street. There is reason for hope! People who eat plant-based meals are less likely to ever develop diabetes, and for those who have diabetes, plant-based meals can help to improve blood sugar levels and prevent complications. These meals are affordable and can be quite delicious and satisfying. A low-fat, plant-based approach offers a new tool that many have found to be very useful. Review the latest science behind this approach, consider some simple ideas for

getting started, sample four dishes, and explore useful resources.

PCRM, Licensed Food for Life Instructors:

Andy CNA & Nancy Rodriguez RN, BSN, CDCES, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist

https://www.pcrm.org/good-nutrition/plant-based-diets/ffl/instructors/nancy-rodriguez

https://www.pcrm.org/good-nutrition/plant-based-diets/ffl/instructors/andres-rodriguez

Resources: https://www.pcrm.org/health-topics/diabetes