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Question of the Week | Is Fast Food the best solution for Food Insecurity?

Due to the increased cost of groceries, JR tells you all they can afford to eat are fast foods.

As a diabetes care and education specialist, what is the best response?

  1. We generally recommend avoiding fast foods due to high fat and carbohydrate content.
  2. Let’s explore the possibility of preparing lower-cost, healthier foods at home.
  3. Ask JR to make a list of reasons that fast food may not be the best choice.
  4. Suggest eating more fresh fruits and vegetables to increase fiber intake.

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You are invited to join our Virtual Conference on April 26th – 28th with our Nutrition expert speaker, Ashley LaBrier, MS, RD, CDCES, who will be providing a half-day presentation on this important topic!

Ms. Ashley Labrier, MS, RD, CDCES

Ashley LaBrier, MS, RD, CDES, is an innovator in the field of diabetes, nutrition, and technology. Ashley is a consultant and the Diabetes Education Program Coordinator at the Salinas Valley Medical Clinic’s Diabetes & Endocrine Center. 

Ms. LaBrier is passionate about providing person-centered education to empower those who live with diabetes. Having been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes herself nearly 20 years ago, she combines her professional knowledge with personal experience and understanding. 


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Whether you are new to diabetes or a seasoned expert, you’ll benefit from this virtual conference with the latest research plus critical content that you can immediately apply to your clinical practice.

If you are seeking a state-of-the-art review of current diabetes care, this course is for you. Our team has been fine-tuning this course for over fifteen years, and we know what you need. This program can also be a great addition to your CDCES or BC-ADM exam study plan.

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