New Class: Flatten the Curve

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Who Is This Class For?

✔️ Individuals already using a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) – not suitable if you do not use a CGM
✔️ Existing or pre-existing type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes only
✔️ Those interested in stabilising glucose levels through lifestyle change
✔️ People who want practical, evidence-based strategies – not restriction

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Participants must be established CGM users, including:

• FreeStyle Libre 2, 2 Plus, or 3
• Dexcom G6 or G7

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Class Details

📍Where: Bermuda Diabetes Association – 22 Princess St, City of Hamilton

🗓 Dates:

• 25th March
• 29th April
• 27th May

👥Limited to 8 participants per class

💲Free

⏰ Time: 12:15–1:15 PM

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What You’ll Learn

✔️ What Causes Glucose Spikes

• Understand post-meal glucose spikes using common CGM graphs
• Learn why variations in glucose patterns matter

✔️ How to 'Flatten the Curve'

• Meal composition: how carbohydrates, protein, and fat affect glucose
• Meal sequencing: why “veg → protein → carbs” matters
• Carb quality: choosing higher-fiber, lower-GI options
• Portion impact: visual, practical examples
• Activity timing: benefits of light post-meal movement
• Meal timing: evening glucose patterns & circadian rhythm

✔️ Interpreting Your CGM Data

• Identify patterns and trends
• Understand what’s driving glucose spikes and dips
• Learn how to apply insights to real-life meals and routines

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How to sign up

• Click here to book online.
• ‍Select the class: “NEW GEM CLASS | Understand Your CGM. Flatten the Curve.”
• When prompted, enter your name, phone number, and email address.
• Once booked, you will receive a reminder email the day before the class and a confirmation call from our team.

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Prefer not to book online?

You can also:

• Email admin@diabetes.bm, or
• Call 297-8427 ext. 19 to express your interest.