Diabetes is the 7th leading cause of death in the United States, and it is estimated that 79 million Americans have diabetes.

After hearing the diagnosis of diabetes or prediabetes you may have several questions:

• Do I need to take my blood sugar or is my A1C the best number to look at?

• What should you be eating?

• What should you be avoiding?

• How does activity impact blood sugar?

• How do I get back on track?

• How does my weight impact my risk and my blood sugars?

• Who can help me with meal planning and a plan to prevent the progression of diabetes?

Registered dietitian nutritionist Jessica Crandall will answer all these questions and more in honor of American Diabetes Month.