Prediabetes Classes:

If you have been told that you have Pre-Diabetes or Metabolic Syndrome, this class is for you.  Please make sure you meet the criteria as listed below.  Call your primary health care provider to find out your results.

Pre-Diabetes

• Fasting glucose of 100-125mg/dL
  • Fasting means no food or drink for 8 hours prior to the test       
•   Hemoglobin A1C of 5.7%-6.4%
  • This is a blood test that measures average blood sugar levels for the past  8-12 weeks

           

   

Metabolic Syndrome (must meet 3 of the following)

• Fasting glucose of 100mg/dL or more
• Triglycerides higher than 150mg/dL
• HDL (good) cholesterol less than 40mg/dL in men and less than 50mg/dL in women
• Blood pressure greater than 130/85mm/Hg
• Waist circumference of 40 inches or greater for men OR greater than 35 inches for women

This 4-week program will cover:

• The basics of pre-diabetes and diabetes
• How to reduce your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes and heart disease 
• Healthy eating
• Weight management
• Physical activity and behavior change  (A pedometer will be distributed for each participant to aid in tracking daily activity)

Cost:  $50 (cash or check)

Locations:  Waukesha Memorial Hospital and Oconomowoc Diabetes Center

Call (262) 928-4695 for upcoming class dates & times