Celebrate In Style: Diabetes, Diet and Festive Feasts Across Cultures!
Celebrate In Style Webinar
From Christmas and Hanukkah to Diwali, Ramadan and Eid, from Mela, Yule, Chinese New Year and beyond, festive seasons are a time for celebration and delicious food.
But for those managing diabetes, these occasions can present unique dietary challenges.
Join us for this special seasonal webinar full of festive facts about managing your diabetes and navigating those diet and party food challenges during a whole calendar of multi-cultural holidays and Festivals.
Christmas
If you have diabetes, Christmas can be a challenging time when you enjoy foods you wouldn't regularly eat. Luckily, it is possible to enjoy your festive snacks and meals whilst managing your diabetes.
Specialist Diabetes Dietitians Georgette Alayyan and Lauren Kelly have prepared a Christmas and Easter presentation which is full of advice on how to manage your diabetes in times of celebration.
Ramadan and Diabetes
Ramadan can be a challenging occasion for people living with diabetes who are Muslim. Fasting during Ramadan can cause complications in regular self-management of diabetes.
We have a special podcast with Dr Hala Alsafadi, who provides medical advice for people living with diabetes who are fasting during Ramadan.
Trend Diabetes have also produced an excellent booklet for managing diabetes during Ramadan
Azmina Nutrition
We encourage you to visit the website of our esteemed colleague, award-winning dietitian, and DRWF Editorial Advisory Board member, Azmina Govindji!
Azmina is a lively, expert nutritionist with over 20 years of experience, known for translating evidence-based nutrition into consumer-friendly language.
Azmina has a range of diabetes and nutrition books, including her latest release Vega Savvy. She has some other great diabetes books in her online store.
Georgette Alayyan
We are delighted to introduce our special guest speaker Georgette Alayyan, a registered dietitian with over a decade of experience, who has supported thousands of clients to improve their health and wellbeing. We have been fortunate to work closely with Georgette for many years, where she has been an invaluable contributor to our Diabetes Wellness Events across the country, delivering expert advice and sessions on diabetes, diet, and nutrition. Georgette’s approach is rooted in science and shaped by real-world experience, offering practical, evidence-based guidance.
Resources For Diwali, Mela and South Asian Festivals
Our guest speaker Sheena Bhageerutty has created an infographic on simple swaps, balanced meals and lifestyle tips to help you enjoy South Asian festivals while keeping your blood sugar levels steady
Hanukkah
When celebrating Hanukkah while living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, it pays to find a good balance between tradition and enjoyment. Mindful management of blood glucose levels can be achieved without having to miss out.
The South Asian Health Foundation
The South Asian Health Foundation (SAHF) is a registered charity founded in 1999 to promote good health in the UK’s South Asian communities. They are one of the UK’s leading British Asian health charities and their mission is to assist persons living in the UK, particularly those of South Asian origin, who are experiencing conditions of sickness, hardship or distress in particular by supporting organizations; implementing and establishing developmental projects which serve the needs of those persons and improve their conditions of need. DRWF are proud to work with the SAHF to support people living with diabetes. Visit their website here to access a variety of support and information including how to manage diabetes during Ramadan and the Hajj etc.
Presentation Slides
Dr Hala Alsafadi - How to manage diabetes and Ramadan
Dr Sarah Schenker RD - Dietary Challenges for People with Diabetes During Jewish Festivals
Georgette Alayyan and Lauren Kelly (Specialist Diabetes Dietitians) - Diabetes at Christmas and Easter