By RYAN SKAITH
The University of Missouri Extension is offering ‘Dining with Diabetes,’ a healthy cooking class specifically designed for individuals looking to manage their diabetes through better nutrition.
This program focuses on proving that healthy meals can be easy to prepare, budget-friendly, and delicious.
Participants have the opportunity to gain practical skills through live recipe demonstrations and comprehensive educational sessions. The curriculum covers:
- Nutrition & Meal Planning: Learning how to balance plates effectively.
- Medical Literacy: Understanding common diabetes-related medical tests.
- Physical Activity: Up-to-date information on the role of exercise.
- Resources: Every participant will receive a workbook and a collection of recipes to keep.
This course consists of four consecutive Monday sessions. To ensure safety and accessibility, all classes will be held virtually via Zoom.
- Dates: March 16, March 23, March 30, and April 6
- Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
The Department of Health and Senior Services, says the program is completely free for all participants. However, registration is required to receive the Zoom link and course materials. To register, call Rachel Livesay at 816-324-3147 or online.
