Diabetes

5 Secrets to Healthy Eating at Restaurants
Making healthier choices at your favorite restaurant doesn’t have to be stressful. CentraCare Dietitian Casey Hess shares some simple ways to help you enjoy your meal while staying on track with your health goals.
 
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An Interview With CentraCare Cardiologist Benjamin Johnson, MD, About Heart Health
CentraCare Cardiologist Benjamin Johnson, MD, answers questions about heart attack risk factors, prevention and warning signs in an interview on WJON radio.
 
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Diabetes Prevention Class Is Aug. 22 in St. Cloud
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic health condition that can lead to other serious issues such as heart disease, stroke, blindness and kidney failure. Preventing or delaying type 2 diabetes lowers your risk for these conditions and supports long-term health.


From 8:30-10:30 a.m. on the first Friday of each month at CentraCare Plaza, this class will help you be able to:

  • Identify your risk factors for type 2 diabetes mellitus.
  • Learn how physical activity impacts your health and set realistic movement goals.
  • Develop a nutrition plan for healthier eating, including smart food choices and portion control.
  • Discover ways to prevent or delay diabetes by making sustainable lifestyle changes.
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Diabetes Prevention Program Is Sept. 2 in Willmar
In a small group setting, you’ll learn how to create a healthier lifestyle and reduce your chances of developing diabetes. Your facilitator will help you set goals, lose weight, eat healthier and increase physical activity. The two-hour class is for anyone with a diagnosis of pre-diabetes and no referral is needed. To register, call the CentraCare Diabetes Program at the Willmar Skylark Clinic at 320-231-6348.

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