Dining with Diabetes

Workshop 3. Fats and Sodium

Participants will accomplish the following:

Knowledge:

Understand the ABC’s of diabetes.

Comprehension:

Learn how high blood glucose, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol can affect the body.

Application:

• Identify risks related to high cholesterol.
• Identify healthy fats vs. unhealthy fats.
• Estimate serving sizes.
• Identify fats and sodium on food labels and what they mean.
• Identify healthy fat substitutions when cooking.
• Understand salt substitutes and making healthy choices.
• Learn how to use spices and herbs to flavor food. Identify resources for assistance with these topics.