NEW Balancing Your Blood Sugar Program

Whether you start your day with a caffeine buzz or prefer an afternoon coffee pick-me-up, coffee can be a healthy part of your daily routine. But stay awake! Make sure your coffee is helping (versus hindering) your health with these 3 TIPS:

An action-based group program designed to facilitate positive behavior change for those with prediabetes, diabetes or gestational diabetes.

An action-based group program for those with prediabetes, diabetes or gestational diabetes. Also suitable for individuals looking to lower inflammation, reduce their sugar intake and control their cravings.

1. Start your day with water first, then coffee. Coffee is well known to boost energy levels and is the preferred beverage in the mornings for this reason. Water can also have the same benefits. Start your day with at least 8-16 ounces of water to help hydrate your body, start your digestion and give you a boost of energy before grabbing your coffee mug.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• Pre-program A1C & Biometric Screening in-person at select Hy-Vee locations.

Also suitable for individuals looking to lower inflammation, reduce their sugar intake and control cravings. Learn more and sign up using the QR code or visit Hy-Vee.com/Health.

• (4) 60-minute virtual group sessions with your Hy-Vee dietitian.

2. Coffee is NOT breakfast. Coffee and water are not the only things that give us energy—food does, too! Starting your day with a high-protein breakfast and a side of coffee helps regulate blood sugar levels, metabolism and decreases cravings later in the day and evening. Examples include:

• Post-program A1C & Biometric Screening in-person at select Hy-Vee locations.

• Catalina Crunch Cereal + Sliced Banana + Fairlife Milk

• Dave’s Killer Bread + Hard Boiled Egg(s) + Strawberries

• Fairlife Yogurt + Granola + Chia Seeds + Blueberries

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3. Be cautious of added sugar. One of the biggest ways coffee becomes unhealthy fast is through using syrups, creamers and sugar. The American Heart Association recommends no more than 24 grams of added sugar daily. Many coffee beverages and creamers can have anywhere from 14-20 grams of added sugar per serving. Switch to a zero-calorie sweetener using allulose, like RxSugar, for a sweet taste without any added sugars or calories.

Participants can expect virtual sessions designed to facilitate positive behavior changes. The program includes nutrition education, actionable goals, group discussions and time for self-refection.

Participants will also receive in-person A1C and biometric screenings at the beginning and end of the program to track progress.