In this episode of Prevent T2, Megan McCrory talks about the benefits and techniques of food tracking to help prevent type two diabetes. Megan explains the importance of understanding eating habits by documenting what, when, and how much you eat.

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• Tracking food intake is essential for understanding and improving your eating habits.
• Start tracking just one meal a day to gradually build a consistent habit.
• Using food labels effectively helps you make informed choices about your nutrition.
• Measuring portions accurately can lead to better control over calorie intake and weight management.
• Practice measuring common foods at home to develop an intuitive sense of portion sizes.
• Tracking is a skill that improves with practice, so be patient with yourself.

00:00 AI Edits PT2-005 Track Your Food

01:38 The Purpose of Tracking Your Food

03:49 How to Track Your Food

05:12 Practicing Food Measurement at Home

10:48 Making Sense of Food Labels

13:47 Creating Your Tracking Action Plan

16:24 Summary and Closing

The CDC Diabetes Prevention Program Curriculum (CDC DPP Curriculum) is based on the curriculum from the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) research study supported by the National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease.

© 2012, University of Pittsburgh, based on the DPP research trial supported by cooperative agreement number U01-DK48489 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, which has certain rights in the material.

Medical Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST IS NOT INTENDED FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING MEDICAL ADVICE. NO INFORMATION ON THIS SHOW SHOULD BE USED TO DIAGNOSE TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE ANY DISEASE OR CONDITION. YOU ARE NOT LISTENING TO THE PODCAST OF A MEDICAL DOCTOR, DIETICIAN, OR THERAPIST. All information, content, and material of this podcast is for informational purposes only and is provided so that listeners can make their own nutrition and health decisions after consulting with their health care provider. This is one of my big themes of taking action for yourself. Making the decision now to change your future. Although I am involved in healthcare and have been for many years, I am not a medical doctor, therapist or dietician. I am not treating or diagnosing any medical conditions. Information provided on this podcast is not a substitute for routine consultation with your healthcare provider. I recommend consulting with your healthcare provider before making any changes related to a specific condition.

Individual results may vary and are not guaranteed.

In this fourth session of the Prevent T2 podcast, learn how to make healthier food choices to manage and prevent type 2 diabetes.

Discover practical strategies for creating balanced meals with lower calories, less fat, and reduced sugar, while incorporating more fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The episode provides guidance on building a healthy plate with appropriate portions of non-starchy vegetables, grains, and proteins, and includes tips on setting realistic goals for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

If this is your first episode, make sure to start from episode one for a complete understanding of the Prevent T2 program.

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• Eating well for diabetes prevention involves making small, smart nutritional choices regularly.
• Building a balanced plate is essential; half should be non-starchy vegetables.
• Focus on nutrient-dense foods that are low in calories and high in fiber.
• Aim for a calorie deficit to manage prediabetes effectively and promote weight loss.
• Whole grains provide steady energy and essential nutrients; choose them over processed options.
• Incorporating a variety of seasonal vegetables can enhance nutrient intake and enjoyment in meals.

00:00 Introduction

01:51 How to Eat Well

04:05 Building a Healthy Plate

05:58 Understanding Food Groups

12:21 Planning for Success

14:30 Summary

The CDC Diabetes Prevention Program Curriculum (CDC DPP Curriculum) is based on the curriculum from the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) research study supported by the National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease.

© 2012, University of Pittsburgh, based on the DPP research trial supported by cooperative agreement number U01-DK48489 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, which has certain rights in the material.

Medical Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST IS NOT INTENDED FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING MEDICAL ADVICE. NO INFORMATION ON THIS SHOW SHOULD BE USED TO DIAGNOSE TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE ANY DISEASE OR CONDITION. YOU ARE NOT LISTENING TO THE PODCAST OF A MEDICAL DOCTOR, DIETICIAN, OR THERAPIST. All information, content, and material of this podcast is for informational purposes only and is provided so that listeners can make their own nutrition and health decisions after consulting with their health care provider. This is one of my big themes of taking action for yourself. Making the decision now to change your future. Although I am involved in healthcare and have been for many years, I am not a medical doctor, therapist or dietician. I am not treating or diagnosing any medical conditions. Information provided on this podcast is not a substitute for routine consultation with your healthcare provider. I recommend consulting with your healthcare provider before making any changes related to a specific condition.

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Today’s session is called "Track Your Activity" to Prevent T2, and the importance of tracking physical activity to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to identify some different tracking methods, and understand the importance for consistency in tracking to achieve long-term health goals. You’ll also make a new Action Plan for the next week.

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00:00 Introduction

01:06 Recap of Last Session

• What questions do you have about the last session, episode 2?
• How did things go with the action plan you made last time? What went well?
• What didn’t go as planned?
• Did you face any challenges?

02:23 Tracking Your Activity

04:00 Purpose of Tracking

Take a moment now to consider:

• What are some other things you track in your life?
• And why do you track them?

06:31 Practice Tracking

09:24 How to Track

Tracking your activity comes down to two simple steps:

1. Time your activity
2. Record your minutes of activity

11:04 Ways to Record Your Activity

12:25 Wrap-Up

The CDC Diabetes Prevention Program Curriculum (CDC DPP Curriculum) is based on the curriculum from the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) research study supported by the National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease.

© 2012, University of Pittsburgh, based on the DPP research trial supported by cooperative agreement number U01-DK48489 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, which has certain rights in the material.

Medical Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST IS NOT INTENDED FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING MEDICAL ADVICE. NO INFORMATION ON THIS SHOW SHOULD BE USED TO DIAGNOSE TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE ANY DISEASE OR CONDITION. YOU ARE NOT LISTENING TO THE PODCAST OF A MEDICAL DOCTOR, DIETICIAN, OR THERAPIST. All information, content, and material of this podcast is for informational purposes only and is provided so that listeners can make their own nutrition and health decisions after consulting with their health care provider. This is one of my big themes of taking action for yourself. Making the decision now to change your future. Although I am involved in healthcare and have been for many years, I am not a medical doctor, therapist or dietician. I am not treating or diagnosing any medical conditions. Information provided on this podcast is not a substitute for routine consultation with your healthcare provider. I recommend consulting with your healthcare provider before making any changes related to a specific condition.

Individual results may vary and are not guaranteed.