Pupils at a tiny north-east primary school are getting wise to one of Scotland’s biggest health threats from an early age.
Children at Rathen Primary have been learning about the dangers of diabetes as part of Live For It!, a programme delivered by charity Diabetes Scotland, last night.
The projects which teaches young people how to prevent type 2 diabetes and manage type 1, took place over four days.
Cooking sessions also taught children about healthy food choices and the importance of eating a balanced diet.
At the end of the programme, students showed off their knowledge with a series of challenges on a life-sized model patient with exposed organs.
Rathen headteacher Alison Patterson said the scheme had been a success.
She said: “Pupils have learnt so much about diabetes since taking part and are definitely more aware of the consequences of eating sugary food versus healthy food.
“They understand how to be healthy and thoroughly enjoyed taking part in these excellent workshops.”
Conservative MSP Nanette Milne, who attended the school yesterday, praised the programme.
She said: “Learning about the benefits of healthy living from a young age in fun, engaging workshops is a great way to promote healthy lifestyle choices.