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September 3, 2024, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE – Continuing its series of educational initiatives, RAK Hospital as part of the RAK Diabetes Challenge 2024 hosted the third session of the Dia-Beat Webinar series. This insightful webinar, titled “The Role of Carbohydrates in the Management of Diabetes,” was presented by Ms. Ruba Al Hourani, the Head of the Dietetics Department at RAK Hospital. The session provided valuable information to individuals managing diabetes or pre-diabetes focusing on the essential role that carbohydrates play in controlling blood sugar levels and overall health.

Ms. Ruba Al Hourani, the Head of the Dietetics Department at RAK Hospital.

Ms. Al Hourani began the session by explaining the fundamental aspects of diabetes, emphasizing that it is characterized by elevated levels of glucose in the bloodstream. “Diabetes is a condition where the body’s ability to manage blood sugar levels is compromised,” she stated. “Carbohydrates, which are a significant component of our daily diet, are broken down into sugars that enter the bloodstream. These sugars are then either used for energy or stored in the body, depending on the insulin levels.”