Diabetes Prevention Series

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For people with prediabetes or early stage diabetes, establishing a healthy lifestyle is the most effective way to prevent or delay the progression of diabetes.  The National Diabetes Prevention Program by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has been shown to help reduce the risk of type II diabetes, heart disease and stroke. Results from the study showed that this structured lifestyle change program, in which participants achieved weight loss of 5 to 7 percent of their body weight, reduced the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 58 percent in adults at high risk for the disease nearly double the rate compared to participants who took metformin over a 3-year period. 

Diabetes Prevention Series is based on the CDC's proven model that emphasizes lifestyle changes to diet, exercise, mindfulness, and sleep. The program is also culturally and linguistically tailored to the dietary and health needs of the Chinese population.

Testimonials: 

"I remember it was the Mid-Autumn Festival in 2021 when I ate a large lotus seed mooncake with four salted egg yolks. The next day, I went for a check-up. After reviewing my test results, the doctor told me I was morbidly obese, meaning I had reached a level of obesity that posed a serious health risk. At the time, I weighed 205 pounds, my A1c was 6.1 (classified as prediabetes), and my cholesterol was 305. Hearing these numbers shocked me. I knew I was overweight, but I had been trying to control it. Yet, the more I tried, the heavier I became. I had avoided eating rice for ten years, but no matter what I did, I kept gaining weight.

Then I saw that Chinese Health Initiative offered a Diabetes Prevention Series. I thought this program could help me, so I joined. I learned so much. Many things I thought I understood before, but in reality, I had no real knowledge. My biggest issue was poor portion control, and that was something I needed to change.

The results I achieved weren’t just from dietary changes; it was a complete lifestyle transformation. As they say, this is not just a temporary fix; it’s a way of life. You have to integrate these habits into your daily routine rather than treating them as something special. The program didn’t just focus on diet. It also covered sleep management, stress reduction, and exercise, all of which made a huge difference in my overall well-being.

By the end of the four-month series, my weight dropped from 205 to 168 pounds, and my A1c improved from 6.1 to 5.8. I kept working hard because this program was truly life-changing for me. Two years later, after eight sessions, my weight is 150 pounds, my A1c has lowered to 5.1, and my cholesterol has dropped to 180.

There were also unexpected benefits. After improving these health markers, I felt much better physically. Losing weight meant I could now wear many clothes that hadn’t fit me in years. Since I am the one who cooks for my family, they also started eating healthier along with me. I feel incredibly grateful and happy about these changes. I sincerely appreciate this program. Whether it was free or not, I would have taken it. To me, this course has been truly amazing! 

-     Amy C. From Los Altos Hills

The 4-month Diabetes Prevention Series includes two-parts:

1. Diabetes Fundamentals

focus on basics about diabetes, taught by a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.

If you do not know your diabetes risk, we suggest that you complete a simple questionnaire.

The course covers:

• Diabetes pathology, diagnosis, symptoms, factors and complications
• Insulin resistance, modifiable/non-modifiable risk factors
• Scientifically proven methods to effectively prevent diabetes
• BMI, waist circumference, blood pressure
• What to do if you have diabetes

2. Healthy Habits, Healthy Life Program

help build healthy lifestyle through diet, exercise, sleep and stress reduction. Conducted by registered dietitians, strength trainer, qigong instructor, clinical psychologist.

Diet

• Nutrition 1 
• Nutrition 2
• Nutrition 3
• Grocery Tour

Exercise

• How to Exercise Effectively
• Qigong
• Strength Training with a Trainer

Sleep and Stress-Reduction

• Stress-Reduction
• Introduction to Mindfulness
• Introduction to Meditation
• Sleep

Conducted virtually via Zoom. 

Mandarin Session
Date:  weekly class from 2/12 – 5/28
Time:  Wed; 7 – 8:30 p.m.
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Cantonese Session
Date:  weekly class from 2/28 – 6/13
Time:  Fri; 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
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The program is completely free. Participants need to complete pre and post surveys and provide their Hemoglobin A1C score before and after the program to evaluate outcome. A free finger-prick Hemoglobin A1C test might be provided to participants upon completion 

Request information about Diabetes Prevention Series

If you are interested in learning more or wonder if the program is a good fit for you, please contact us. Call today 650-988-3234.

Funded by El Camino Healthcare District and El Camino Health Community Benefit funds, and generous donations from the community.