Diabetes Prevention Program Pueblo County
Pathway of Health Prevent T2 Program for Lifestyle Change
The Pathway Of Health NPP Lifestyle Change Program is a 12 month commitment that is scientifically proven to save lives by postponing or preventing diabetes for participants who complete the program. Many employers and insurances pay for this program because it succeeds.
This program (see full description) is a fun, supportive and literally a life-changing program that requires that involves nutritional education and a commitment to realistic activity.
Statistically, there are side effects you might expect from this program such as:
- Weight loss
- Reduce high blood pressure
- More energy
- Less “brain fog”
- Better cholesterol numbers
- Improvement in A1C
- The development of new friends
Could You Have Prediabetes?
Take the Prediabetes Risk Test questions from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Pathway of Health will contact you to discuss your score and results after your submit the test below.
Lifestyle Change Program
The Pathway of Health NPP Lifestyle Change Program is a year-long, evidence-based program that helps people at risk reduce their chances of developing type 2 diabetes by 58% through healthier eating, increased physical activity, and behavior changes. It includes weekly group sessions led by trained coaches, focusing on sustainable lifestyle habits that improve health and prevent diabetes. The program encourages weight loss, stress management, and ongoing support to maintain long-term results.
12 Month Program – DPP/Prevent T2 (diabetes) Lifestyle Change
The CDC-led National Diabetes Prevention Program helps people with pre-diabetes make lasting lifestyle changes to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes.
What is prediabetes? Your blood sugar is higher than normal but it is not high enough to be diagnosed with diabetes (type 2 diabetes).
If you have prediabetes, you are more likely to:
- Get diabetes
- Get heart disease
- Experience a stroke
Are you at risk for diabetes? One out of every three Americans has prediabetes and 9 out of 10 don’t even know it. You can take the test online at: https://www.cdc.gov/prediabetes/takethetest/
Working with a trained Lifestyle Coach in a CDC recognized organization, you’ll learn to eat healthy, add physical activity into your life, and manage stress. With other participants, you’ll celebrate successes and work to overcome challenges. Pathway of Health follows the strict curriculum of the evidence-based CDC program of lifestyle change for anyone who is at risk with pre-diabetes. You must be 18 and not pregnant to qualify for this program and you cannot have been diagnosed of diabetes. You will be attending support group meetings every week for the first six months of this program and then at least once a month (depending on your group’s preference) for the last 6 months. More information about this program can be found at: https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/prevention/lcp- details.html.
It’s not just a program! It’s your Life!
Many insurance companies as well as employers will pay for this program. Check with your employer and/or your private insurer.
*Source: Center for Disease Control and Prevention