Session Title | Content | Aim of the session |
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I want my heart to be healthy and strong | •Modifiable and non-modifiable cardiovascular risk factors and protective factors •Stages of change and how to overcome barriers | Participants will be able to relate lifestyle habits with risk factors and protective factors for chronic disease development, and be prepared to make changes. |
Healthy eating with the family | •Healthy diet •Food groups •Quantity, quality and variety | Participants will develop a conceptual understanding of healthy diet and how to apply it at home. |
I manage my blood pressure | •What is blood pressure and how it affects the body and its impact on work, social life and the family •Normal blood pressure •Recommendations and dietary changes •Reading food labels | Have participants feel that they are able to improve their diet to control their blood pressure. |
I manage my diabetes | •What is diabetes •Carbohydrates and glycaemia •Easy steps for a diet for people with diabetes •Medications for diabetics and treatment recommendations | Participants will understand basic concepts about diabetes, and self-management focusing on diet and medications. |
Steps for having a healthy and strong heart | •What are cholesterol and triglycerides •Normal and elevated values •Recommendations for lifestyle change •Dietary change and recipes | Participants will be able to identify resources within reach to incorporate self-care and lifestyle change into their lives. |
Say yes to physical activity and self-care | •Physical activity •Mental health •Communication with the family | Participants will be able to identify healthy behavior for maintaining a healthy heart and preventing complications. |