Ellsworth American advances UMaine Extension diabetes education series

The Ellsworth American reported the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s free Dining with Diabetes Down East series will take place every Thursday in June at the UMaine Extension Hancock County office. The free program is open to anyone with Type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes, and their family members and caregivers. Participants will learn how to select and prepare foods that help control blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure. There will be an opportunity to taste a variety of main dishes, side dishes and desserts, according to the article. The registration deadline is May 31.