This group brings together professionals with a shared interest in nutrition to collaborate, share insights, and promote optimal dietary practices for young people with diabetes. It aims to provide a place for nutrition-specific networking, a forum for discussion, and a portal to share resources and ideas.
Joining the Nutrition SIG offers a valuable opportunity to enhance your professional skills, contribute to meaningful research, and be part of a supportive and dynamic community dedicated to improving nutritional management in pediatric and adolescent diabetes.
Benefits of joining
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with a diverse group of professionals who share a passion for nutrition and diabetes care.
- Professional Development: Access to educational resources, training programs, and research opportunities that support career growth.
- Collaborative Projects: Participate in innovative research projects and initiatives that address key challenges in diabetes care.
- Leadership Experience: Engage in leadership roles within the group, contributing to the development and execution of various projects and activities.
Activities
- Research Initiatives: Engage in research projects focused on the nutritional needs and management of children and adolescents with diabetes.
- Educational Programs: Develop and disseminate educational materials and guidelines for healthcare professionals, patients, and families.
- Best Practices Promotion: Identify and promote best practices in nutritional management to ensure high standards of care.
- Collaborative Efforts: Work with other ISPAD committees and international societies to integrate nutritional initiatives and support global educational efforts.
Expectations for members
- Active Participation: Engage in regular meetings, discussions, and activities organized by the Nutrition Group.
- Research Involvement: Contribute to research projects by submitting proposals, participating in surveys, and collaborating with other members.
- Content Creation: Assist in creating and sharing content for social media, newsletters, and other communication channels.
- Advocacy and Outreach: Support advocacy initiatives aimed at improving nutritional care for young people with diabetes.
Members Useful Resources
- An e-learning module for supporting weight loss in children with Type 2 Diabetes. ISPAD is endorsing Springer Healthcare’s initiative to support weight loss in children with Type 2 Diabetes
- Healthy eating and carbohydrate counting for children and adults with type 1 diabetes. Indian Foods - Edition 1, 2021. ISPAD & Life for a Child. Authors: Sheryl Salis, Anna Pham-Short, Carmel Smart, Cecile Eigenmann, Graham Ogle.
- Somali Carbohydrate Counting Guide. Authors: Carol Brunzell, Antoinette Moran, Loren Purcell, Deqa Farah, Jennifer Kyllo, Phillip Plager, Muna Sunni.
- Guía Nutricional para aprender a contar hidratos de carbono. Casa de la Diabetes & Italimentos. Authors: Ana Fernández Sánchez, Gabriela Molina Ochoa.
- Insulin strategies for dietary fat and protein in type 1 diabetes: A systematic review. Authors: Tenele A. Smith, Alexandra A. Marlow, Bruce R. King, Carmel E. Smart. Diabetes Medicine Journal.
- Frances' Kitchen - DigiBete: a series of simple, scrumptious, carb-counted recipes that you can easily create at home https://www.digibete.org/frances-kitchen
- Factsheets, SDA Blog, Recipes, Product reviews for children and adolescents - Sports Dietitians Australia https://www.sportsdietitians.com.au/section/children/
- Educational guide on nutrition and diabetes in schools - IDF: http://www.idf.org/our-activities/advocacy-awareness/resources-and-tools/148:educational-guide-on-nutrition-and-diabetes-in-schools.html
Carb Counting Books
The resources below provide a comprehensive guidance on carbohydrate counting for children and adults with Type 1 Diabetes, empowering them and their caregivers with the knowledge needed for effective diabetes management.