Eating Well For Diabetes And Insulin Resistance

Sat Mar 7, 10:30 - Sat Mar 7, 12:00

Founder Foods

ABOUT

Are you living with diabetes or trying to manage insulin resistance? Are you confused by all the mixed messages out there? Are you overwhelmed by the volume of information out there?


If you need help to navigate a path of change to improve your insulin sensitivity or reduce your risk of the long term complications associated with uncontrolled diabetes, join Kelly Francis, Registered Dietitian, for an informative talk based on evidenced-based research.

 


WHAT THIS TALK COVERS

 


  • Diabetes and Insulin Resistance Defined
  • What happens when we eat food?
  • A closer look at carbs
  • Improving insulin sensitivity
  • Goals for the optimum management of diabetes
  • General guidelines for the dietary management of diabetes 
  • Preserving muscle mass with aging
  • How to plan a nutritionally complete meal
  • Portion control
  • Examples of daily menus
  • Supplementation
  • How to handle Easter and other special occasions


 


WHO IS KELLY FRANCIS?

 


Kelly Francis has been a Registered Dietitian for 10 years and has a passion for nutrition education and the prevention of nutrition-related diseases. Kelly enjoys working with both children and adults, helping them to optimize their nutrient intake, for improved health. Kelly also serves on the executive committee of the Association for Dietetics in South Africa (ADSA) and is registered with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA).



ABOUT THE VENUE 


Founder Foods is a dedicated Whole Foods Store at 2 Village Road in Kloof. The store offers quality whole foods as direct from producers as possible, with most of their range

on a pay by weight system, allowing you to scoop, pour and weigh as little or as much as you need. The range of foods includes a huge variety of ancient grains, dried beans and pulses, baking ingredients, nuts, dried fruits, oils and vinegars, herbs, spices

and whole food snacks, as well as an array of pesticide and herbicide free fresh produce sourced from local community farmers in the area. They cater to a large range of dietary requirements, including vegans and vegetarians.


It is the aim of Founder Foods to make Whole Foods accessible to more people and facilitate exploration, inspiration and experimentation in cooking. The store really is an

outstanding model of an innovative and modern shopping experience and well worth a visit.

https://founderfoods.co.za/about-us/

 

Whole Foods is more than just food. It is the key to transforming our world.



DIRECTIONS

Eating Well For Diabetes And Insulin Resistance
Founder Foods
2 Village Rd, Kloof, 3640
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