YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program (YDPP)

The YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program (YDPP) in Carrollton, TX, is dedicated to empowering individuals at high risk for type 2 diabetes to embrace healthier lifestyles and significantly decrease their chances of developing this condition. Rooted in the groundbreaking Diabetes Prevention Program research, the YDPP demonstrates that making healthier food choices, increasing physical activity, and achieving small weight loss can lead to a remarkable 58 percent reduction in the onset of type 2 diabetes for those with prediabetes. The program offers vital health education, diabetes management training, and exercise and fitness opportunities tailored to support participants. To join, individuals must be 18 or older, have a BMI of 25 or higher (or 22 for Asian individuals), and be diagnosed with prediabetes through specific blood tests or a history of gestational diabetes. If you lack a blood test result, you may still qualify through a risk score assessment. We welcome those committed to taking charge of their health and ready to start their journey towards prevention.