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19:30, 03 Dec 2025

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.

In this insightful webinar, we'll explore:

  • Managing Diet and Nutrition: Practical tips for navigating diverse cultural feasts.
  • Religious Observances: Understanding how to balance faith and diabetes management.
  • Alcohol, Diabetes, and Safe Drinking: Guidelines for enjoying festivities responsibly.
  • Healthy Festive Food Swaps: Delicious and diabetes-friendly alternatives.
  • Enjoying Parties and Social Events: Strategies for insulin, tablets, carb counting, and unplanned seasonal treats.
  • Dealing with the Festive Food Police: Tactful ways to handle unwanted dietary advice.
  • Seasonal Recipe Ideas: Inspiring and healthy recipes to enhance your celebrations.
  • Live Q&A Session: Get your specific questions answered by our expert.

Whether you're celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Diwali, Eid, or any other cultural festival, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and tools to enjoy the season without compromising your health.

Who should attend?

  • Individuals living with diabetes.
  • Family members and caregivers.
  • Anyone interested in managing diabetes during festive seasons.

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Guest Speakers

Dr Hala Alsafadi

Consultant in Diabetes

Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust


Azmina Govindji RD FBDA

Director of Azmina Nutrition
Award-winning Dietitian and Media Nutritionist
Fellow of British Dietetic Association
Best-selling author

Sheena Bhageerutty

Registered Associate Nutritionist

South Asian Health Foundation

 

Georgette Alayyan TBC

Diabetes Specialist Dietitian

Registered NHS Dietitian and Nutritionist

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