Diabetes - Healthy Living for People with Type 2 Diabetes

Diabetes - Healthy Living for People with Type 2 Diabetes

Presentation, 2 x Handouts, End of Assessment Questions and Trainer Aide Answer Key.

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Overall Aim: To raise awareness of healthy lifestyle choices that help people with type 2 diabetes manage their condition and improve their wellbeing.

Learning Objectives:

Explain the impact of type 2 diabetes on the body and potential complications.
Identify healthy eating principles and practical strategies for blood glucose control.
Describe the benefits of regular physical activity and ways to incorporate it into daily life.
Recognise the importance of weight management and safe approaches to achieving it.
Understand how medicines, monitoring and routine checks support diabetes management.
Recognise the role of emotional wellbeing in managing type 2 diabetes.
Set realistic, achievable goals to support long-term lifestyle changes.

Presentation (37 Slides)

Aim and Objectives
Understanding Type 2 Diabetes
Why Lifestyle Choices Make a Difference
What Happens in the Body
Common Symptoms and Risks
Long-Term Health Complications if Not Managed
Benefits of Healthy Living: Improved Blood Glucose Control
Benefits of Healthy Living: Reduced Risk of Complications
Benefits of Healthy Living: Better Energy Levels and Mental Wellbeing
Benefits of Healthy Living: Enhanced Quality of Life
Healthy Eating – Eatwell Guide
Healthy Eating – Portion Sizes and Balanced Meals
Healthy Eating – The Plate Method
Carbohydrates: Choosing Healthier Options and Managing Portion Sizes
Reducing Sugar, Salt and Saturated Fat
Importance of Fibre and Wholegrains
Reading Food Labels
Physical Activity
Physical Activity - Benefits for Blood Glucose, Weight, Heart Health and Mood
Examples of Activities: Walking, Swimming, Cycling, Strength Training
Tips for Building Activity into Daily Life
Impact of Weight on Diabetes Control
Safe and Sustainable Weight Loss Approaches
NHS Support Services
Role of Medicines (Metformin and Others) Alongside Lifestyle
Importance of Taking Medicines as Prescribed
Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose (Where Advised)
Routine Checks: HbA1c, Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Eye and Foot Health
Coping with a Long-Term Condition
Stress, Sleep and Their Impact on Blood Glucose
Support Networks: Family, Friends, Peer Groups
Accessing Mental Health Support
Summary of Key Points
References and Further Resources

Word Documents

Handout (for People with Type 2 Diabetes)
Handout for Supporting People with Type 2 Diabetes
End of Session Knowledge Check Questions
Trainer Aide Answer Key

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