One local nutrition program will soon be educating DeWitt County about Diabetes.

The University of Illinois Extension will be holding a series regarding various diabetic topics which will begin in October. Caitlin Huth, with U of I Extension, notes the workshops will cover a wealth of information from fitness to how food affects blood sugar. Lifestyle planning will also be covered.

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Huth explains diabetes is a preventative disease. This means genetics don't always have to determine whether one gets the disease. She adds those who take care of themselves will have greater health outcomes over a longer period of time.

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The classes will run four Thursdays beginning in late-October. Huth explains a diabetic-safe lunch will be provided, since the class will be held over the lunch hour. Physical fitness will also be once of the major components covered.

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The series begins on Thursday, October 23rd at 10:30 am and will be held at the DeWitt County Extension in Clinton. For more information, you can find them online at web.extension.illinois.edu/dmp/ or by phone at 935-5764.