Navigating Holiday Meals: Culinary Strategies for Blood Sugar Control
Speaker: Diana Guevara, MPH, RD, LD & Sarah Wagner, MPH, RD, LD, CDCES
Length: 1:00:39 minutes
In honor of Diabetes Awareness Month, the Nourish Program discusses the unique challenges the holiday season presents for blood sugar management. Learn practical strategies for mindful eating, balanced meals, and joyful food experiences during festive gatherings. A live cooking demonstration showcases delicious, diabetes-friendly holiday recipes. Presenters share counseling tips, culinary inspiration, and ready-to-use resources to help clients manage blood sugar without sacrificing the spirit of the season.
Objectives:
- Identify common challenges individuals living with diabetes face during the holiday season related to blood sugar management
- Describe evidence-based strategies that support glycemic control during holiday meals and gatherings
- Demonstrate how to plan and modify a holiday plate to be more blood sugar–friendly while maintaining flavor and cultural relevance
