Are you ready to take charge of your health and wellness? Have you been told by a healthcare provider you have Prediabetes? If so, many people with prediabetes who don’t change their lifestyle may develop type 2 diabetes within 5 years after being diagnosed. The good news is that moving your body more and losing weight through healthy eating can cut your risk in ½.
Prevent T2 is a yearlong program. It’s designed for people with prediabetes. It’s also for people who are at high risk for type 2 diabetes and want to lower their risk.
By the end of the first six months, your goal is to:
Lose at least 5 to 7 percent of your starting weight
Get at least 150 minutes of physical activity each week
By the end of the second six months, your goal is to:
Keep off the weight you’ve lost
Keep working toward your goal weight if you haven’t reached it
Lose more weight if you wish
Keep getting at least 150 minutes of activity each week
Losing weight can:
Prevent or delay type 2 diabetes
Ease sleep problems, arthritis, and depression
Lower your blood pressure and cholesterol level
Make you feel better about yourself
Getting more active can:
Prevent or delay type 2 diabetes
Give you more energy
Help you sleep better
Improve your memory, balance, and flexibility
Lift your mood
Lower your blood pressure and cholesterol
Lower your risk of heart attack and stroke
Lower your stress level
Strengthen your muscles and bones
WILC is excited to announce we will be offering new workshops for our Prevent T2 for All Diabetes Prevention Program in April 2022. In this CDC recognized program you will learn valuable skills and information to address lifestyle changes that can help you take back control of your health and wellness in a fun engaging way!
If you or someone you know is interested in participating in the DPP Program, please contact Aimee Parks at 845-228-7457 ext. 1106 or by email aparks@wilc.org.
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