Living with Diabetes

ABOUT THIS COURSE

Don’t let diabetes control your life! Learn to manage and control diabetes through an understanding of the different types of diabetes and treatments available

When you’re first diagnosed with diabetes, it can be a shock. Even if your doctor covers all the bases, you may be left feeling nervous, alone, and uncertain about the changes you’ll have to make in your life. Or, you may suspect that you have diabetes, and don’t know what the next steps are. The goal of this course is to provide you with information, education, support, and empowerment, so you can take control of your diabetes and live your happiest and healthiest life. From those early days of your first appointment and getting tested, right through long-term management and self-care, we’ll cover all the stages of living with diabetes. In this course you’ll learn tons of coping and wellness strategies related to diet, exercise, stress management, pain relief, and natural healing remedies. If you’re learning to live life as a diabetic, you don’t have to go it alone, and you don’t have to be in the dark! Our goal is to equip you with the tools of diabetes management so you can make smart decisions about your wellness and care.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

What to expect at your first doctor’s visit
An overview of the different types of diabetes – Types 1, 2, 3, and others
Various treatment methods and options
All about Insulin pumps and other devices
How to manage specific symptoms of diabetes and treat pain
Natural and homeopathic remedies
A comprehensive nutritional guide for diabetics
Exercise regimes recommended for diabetics
How to care for mental health issues, including depression and anxiety
What it means to cope with a chronic illness
Where to find support and resources in your community