Goal Setting
What does the Acronym SMART stand for?
S-Specific
M-Measurable
A-Action Oriented
R-Realistic
T-Timed
Name 3 benefits of fiber?
digestive health, feels full longer, wt management, lowers cholesterol, reduces blood sugars
What words indicate a low fat cooking method?
Baked, roasted, steamed, grilled, poached
Benefits of exercise are:
Lower blood Sugar, wt loss, strengthening of bones, muscles and heart, lower blood glucose/A1C, relieves stress and reduces depression, improves sleep, energy level, flexibility and balance.
Snow is not white. True or False
True. It is clear
Is this a SMART resolution? I want to lower my A1C by 4% over the next 6 months.
Yes
What are examples of high fiber foods?
Fruits, vegetables, Whole grains, legumes, nuts
Can a salad have as many calories as a big mac?
Yes- Be careful what is on that salad.
What is considered 15 grams of carbs to use if you are having a low blood sugar?
4 glucose tabs, 4 oz juice, 6oz regular soda, fruit snacks
What state has the most snow?
Washington State
Is this a a Smart resolution?
I'm going to lose weight?
No
Name some whole grains that will provide fiber.
Quinoa, chia seeds, flax seed, beans, lentils
It is rude to ask questions about the food on the menu? True or False
False
People living with diabetes are more likely to develop depression. True or False
True
Snow affects sound? True or False
True: freshly fallen snow absorbs sound waves
Ways to stay on track?
Rewards
Buddy System
Be patient
True or False? You should NOT drink a lot of water when eating a lot of fiber?
False- you should drink enough fluids.
Go prepared- look at menu ahead of time and have a plan? True or False
True
You don't have to be perfect to manage your diabetes?
True- give yourself a break.
Snow warms you up? True or False
True: Sine it is 90-95% composed of air it makes a great insulator. Animals use it to keep warm and igloos can be 100 degrees warmer than outside.
Say a SMART goal for exercise.
I want to exercise for 30 minutes for 4 times a week
How much fiber should you get every day?
25-35 grams/day
Name some tricks you may have when dining out.
Box when meal comes, put it away, look up nutrition facts before you go.
What are the ABCs of diabetes?
A1C-Under 7
Blood Pressure Below 130/80
Cholesterol--Under 200
How much snow are we getting this weekend?
Who knows????