"I look forward to each session"

I was diagnosed as pre-diabetic several weeks ago. I wasn't entirely surprised because there is a family history of Type 2 diabetes on both sides of my family.

I was delighted to be offered a place on the Diabetes Prevention Course as I am determined to turn this diagnosis around. I wasn't quite sure what to expect, but my Team Leader Anne-Marie is so well organised and made me feel at ease straightaway. It is so convenient doing the course on Zoom and I look forward to each session.

I have learnt so much since starting the course. It has been quite a change of lifestyle for me and my family. I read food labels using my Momenta in My pocket and certain foods are no longer on my shopping list. I am walking regularly to increase my step count and I check portion sizes for each meal. I make sure that I only measure 3 tablespoonfuls of cereal each morning and I have reached the silver target for my weight which is encouraging.

I keep a daily food dairy on my laptop. I am pleased with everything that I have learnt so far and look forward to the remaining sessions of the course in the weeks and months ahead. I appreciate the opportunity to be a participant and am grateful to Anne-Marie for her support which is much appreciated.