Cooking for Healthy Eating: The Sweet Truth (Decoding Diabetes)

In this 4 part series, we'll explore Cooking for Healthy Eating together. What are the foundations of healthy cooking? What are come recipes that can reduce the likelihood of some of the most common diseases/conditions as we age?

Session 2 is all about Decoding Diabetes:

• Definition and types of diabetes (Type 1, Type 2, Gestational Diabetes)
• Causes, risk factor, symptoms, signs of diabetes
• Importance about blood sugar control and monitoring
• Dietary management of Diabetes
• Cooking demonstration of a dish that is diabetes friendly (and a vegetarian substitute)

About the facilitator: Jeffrey Chang is a Licensed Nutritionist Dietitian, with over a decade of experience in the field. He honed his expertise at the prestigious University of Santo Tomas, one of the oldest universities in the Philippines, where he attained his professional qualifications. Complementing his nutritional background, Jeffrey holds a Diploma in Culinary Arts from the Global Culinary Academy, allowing him to fuse his passion for food with his commitment to health. Additionally, he is a dedicated fitness trainer and co-founder of JumpStart PH, a dynamic workout platform tailored to empower beginners in achieving a healthier lifestyle. Through his multifaceted approach, Jeffrey endeavors to inspire individuals to embrace holistic wellness and unlock their full potential.