Being Active: A Key To Managing Diabetes And Living Well
Tuesday, March 31 2026
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare
Loverso Education Center, Building 1E
Join Melanie Barbee, Registered Dietician, for a discussion on the benefits
of staying active while living with diabetes. Topics of conversation include:
The importance of physical activity for people with diabetes
Setting realistic and achievable physical activity goals
Creative ways to make exercise more comfortable and sustainable
Lowering blood sugar naturally through movement
Melanie is a registered dietician with Western University of Health Sciences
and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.
Tuesday, April 28 2026
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare
Loverso Education Center, Building 1E
Join Melanie Barbee, Registered Dietician, for a demonstration and discussion
on how the foods you eat impact your blood sugar levels. Topics of conversation include:
Crafting and sampling healthier meals and quick and easy snacks
Selecting nutritious food within your budget
Saving time by preparing meals in advance
Making sense of food labels and ingredients on packaging
Tips for wholesome cooking
Melanie is a registered dietician with Western University of Health Sciences
and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.
Tuesday, June 23 2026
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare
Loverso Education Center, Building 1E
Join Melanie Barbee, Registered Dietician, for a discussion on building
the knowledge and habits that support effective diabetes management. Topics
of conversation include:
Understanding the medications you are taking and how they works
The role of vitamins and herbal and dietary supplements
Identifying common barriers and roadblocks
Establishing a schedule and routine for optimal results
Finding practical solutions to support positive change
Melanie is a registered dietician with Western University of Health Sciences
and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.
Teaching Kitchen: Shop, Prep And Cook For A Healthier You
Tuesday, April 28 2026
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare
Loverso Education Center, Building 1E
Join Melanie Barbee, Registered Dietician, for a demonstration and discussion
on practical nutrition skills that support a healthier lifestyle. Topics
of conversation include:
Crafting and sampling healthier meals and quick and easy snacks
Selecting nutritious food within your budget
Saving time by preparing meals in advance
Making sense of food labels and ingredients on packaging
Tips for wholesome cooking
Melanie is a registered dietician with Western University of Health Sciences
and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.
Tuesday, September 22 2026
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare
Loverso Education Center, Building 1E
Join Melanie Barbee, Registered Dietician, for a discussion on practical
ways to better navigate diabetes and build habits that help you thrive.
Topics of conversation include:
An overview of the latest treatment guidelines for both Type 1 and Type
2 diabetes from the American Diabetes Association
A look at current national statistics from the CDC and what they mean for
your health
How staying active and maintaining a healthy weight can help improve blood
sugar and overall well‑being
How stress affects blood sugar and simple strategies to help keep it under control
Melanie is a registered dietician with Western University of Health Sciences
and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare
Loverso Education Center, Building 1E
Join Melanie Barbee, Registered Dietician, for a demonstration and discussion
onprepping and cooking for a healthier you. Topics of conversation include:
Crafting and sampling healthier meals and quick and easy snacks
Selecting nutritious food within your budget
Saving time by preparing meals in advance
Making sense of food labels and ingredients on packaging
Tips for wholesome cooking
Melanie is a registered dietician with Western University of Health Sciences
and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.
From Risk To Resilience: Living Well With Diabetes
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare
Loverso Education Center, Building 1E
Join Melanie Barbee, Registered Dietician, for a discussion on how to reduce
your risk for health complications and live well with diabetes. Topics
of conversation include:
How positive health behaviors that can reduce complications
Knowing when to ask for help
Key health checks to stay on track
Melanie is a registered dietician with Western University of Health Sciences
and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.
