Instructor: Cheryl Mehta is a licensed Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist with over 20 years experience teaching people how to manage their diabetes and eat healthfully. She has a BA in Biology from Wartburg College and a BS in Food and Nutrition/Dietetics from ISU. Description: Caring for your diabetes can be challenging! Learning diabetes self-management skills can help you manage your blood sugars and reduce your risk of future complications. Be prepared to learn about the diabetes disease process, what is considered “controlled” diabetes, the importance of moving more/sitting less, all about carbohydrates and healthy eating, including reading food labels and dining out, diabetes medications, and the impact of sleep. You’ll leave with practical tips on how to make small changes to live a healthier life and achieve your goals.