Thank you for signing-up to the Down Syndrome Diet Education Series. Your booking has been received. 

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You will receive a Zoom link mid-May to attend the sessions. 

 

Sessions will be 60 minutes of content, plus 30 minutes of questions on: 

 

• 7pm (AET) Tuesday 20 May 2025

• 7pm (AET) Tuesday 3 June 2025

• 7pm (AET) Tuesday 17 June 2025​

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Sessions will be recorded and shared after. 

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Session 1 will cover:

• A healthy plate, calorie needs and portion sizes

• Proteins quantity and quality

• Foods for brain health (esp. Alzheimer’s)

• Foods to support thyroid health

• Zinc and Down Syndrome

 

Session 2 will cover:

• Carbohydrates and sugars

• Digestion, fibre and constipation

• Gluten free - pros and cons

• Sugar for DS - amounts and types

• Artificial sweeteners

 

Session 3 will cover:

• Fruits and vegetables

• Oxidative stress and antioxidants

• Gut microbiome in DS

• Supplements for oxidative stress

• Methylation and B vitamins

 

This series is designed for Parents and/or Carers of people with Down Syndrome. 

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