Diet & Weight Loss Books - Page 87

Manufacturer: American Diabetes Association Brand: Brand: American Diabetes Association

In this new edition of an essential text, diabetes experts define the progressive nature of type 2 diabetes; examine cardiovascular, microvascular, and neurologic complications; describe care methodologies for special situations,such as pregnancy and hospitalization; and illustrate methods of behavior change. This book will enhance your knowledge of type 2 diabetes and bolster your skills in caring for patients with diabetes.

Manufacturer: New Harbinger Publications Brand: newharbingerpublications, inc

You’ve been diagnosed with diabetes. Now what? Your doctor has given you directions on what you can do to control your blood sugar. Now you need to find a way to commit to smart choices for better health. And you need to deal with some uncomfortable feelings that might arise in the process. This book offers a powerful and proven new approach that can help you make it happen.Based on new research using acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), a bold new direction in psychology, these techniques will help you move past cravings, find motivation to exercise, and manage anxiety that you might feel when you test your blood sugar level. You’ll learn how to embrace the changes you’ll need to make in order to jumpstart your new, healthful lifestyle.

Manufacturer: Tiffin Pr of Maine Brand: Brand: Tiffin Pr of Maine

Here is a special book inviting the reader to experience the challenges of growing up with diabetes. It is not a diabetes manual. Though filled with information on diabetes, it reads like a novel. Six families with diabetes come alive through the sensitive and humorous writings of Dr. Joan MacCracken. We find ourselves drawn to their story. At the diabetes camp we meet Sam, a father privately struggling with his daughter's and his own diabetes, and Becky, a bitter teenager, resentful about her chronic condition. We share poignant moments as family members express their deepest concerns and frustrations about this incurable disease. Mac Cracken's book is filled with feelings because there is nothing cut-and-dried about diabetes

Manufacturer: American Diabetes Association Brand: American Diabetes Association

Finally, there is a far more practical book on foot care for people with diabetes written especially for the non-specialist primary care provider. Contents include foot exams, risk classification, infection, foot ulcers, debridement, evaluation, and more. All chapters are written by diabetic foot care specialists.

Manufacturer: Da Capo Press

After Gretchen Becker was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 1996, she educated herself on every aspect of this chronic condition — by reading medical and scientific books and journals, talking with doctors and listening to her own body. In 2001, she marshaled everything she had learned as a "patient-expert" into the first edition of this book, which she has now completely updated and revised. The First Year®—Type 2 Diabetes uniquely guides you step-by-step through your first year with diabetes, walking you through everything you need to learn and do each day of your first week after diagnosis, each subsequent week of the first month, and each subsequent month of the crucial first year. In clear, concise, accessible language, Becker covers a wide range of practical, medical, and lifestyle issues, beginning with coming to terms with your diagnosis and then moving on to subjects including: Choosing the diet that is best for you The role of exercise Daily blood-glucose testing routines and understanding lab tests Medications and supplements Networking with others Insurance issues Traveling and socializing

Manufacturer: American Diabetes Association Brand: Brand: American Diabetes Association

The award-winning breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu planning series has been completely revised to reflect the most recent updates in nutrition values and exchange information. What hasn't changed is that fats, calories, and exchanges are already figured for the reader--automatically.

Manufacturer: American Diabetes Association Color: Blue

The insulin pump has opened a whole new world for people with diabetes­­more flexibility in what and when they eat and better blood sugar control, too. Smart Pumping integrates this new successful technology with the physical and psychological aspects of diabetes care, and helps patients adopt the insulin pump into their self-care regime. This book combines a comprehensive medical approach toward intensive diabetes management and pump therapy with a patient-centered appreciation of the real-life challenges and frustrations. Howard Wolpert, M.D., is an instructor in medicine at the Harvard Medical School Joslin Diabetes Center and is also in charge of the pump clinic there. He has written extensively on the use of insulin pumps.

Manufacturer: Little, Brown and Company

In THE BLOOD SUGAR SOLUTION, Dr. Mark Hyman reveals that the secret solution to losing weight and preventing not just diabetes but also heart disease, stroke, dementia, and cancer is balanced insulin levels. Dr. Hyman describes the seven keys to achieving wellness-nutrition, hormones, inflammation, digestion, detoxification, energy metabolism, and a calm mind-and explains his revolutionary six-week healthy-living program. With advice on diet, green living, supplements and medication, exercise, and personalizing the plan for optimal results, the book also teaches readers how to maintain lifelong health. Groundbreaking and timely, THE BLOOD SUGAR SOLUTION is the fastest way to lose weight, prevent disease, and feel better than ever.

Manufacturer: Little, Brown and Company Brand: Brand: Little, Brown and Company

Dr. Hyman's revolutionary weight-loss program, based on the #1 New York Times bestseller The Blood Sugar Solution, supercharged for immediate results!The key to losing weight and keeping it off is maintaining low insulin levels. Based on Dr. Hyman's groundbreaking Blood Sugar Solution program, THE BLOOD SUGAR SOLUTION 10-DAY DETOX DIET presents strategies for reducing insulin levels and producing fast and sustained weight loss. Dr. Hyman explains how to: activate your natural ability to burn fat--especially belly fat; reduce inflammation; reprogram your metabolism; shut off your fat-storing genes; de-bug your digestive system; create effortless appetite control; and soothe the stress to shed the pounds. With practical tools designed to achieve optimum wellness, including meal plans, recipes, and shopping lists, as well as step-by-step, easy-to-follow advice on green living, supplements, medication, exercise, and more, THE BLOOD SUGAR SOLUTION 10-DAY DETOX DIET is the fastest way to lose weight, prevent disease, and feel your best.

Manufacturer: Berkley Brand: Berkley

The Eat Right 4 (For) Your Type portable and personal guide that will help people with blood type O stay healthy and achieve their ideal weight.Different blood types mean different body chemistry. If your blood type is O, enjoy your best health on a high protein, low carbohydrate diet, and make sure you get plenty of red meat. Carry this guide with you to the grocery store, restaurants, even on vacation to avoid putting on those extra pounds, or getting sick from eating the wrong thing. Inside you will find complete listings of what’s right for Type O in the following categories:• meats, poultry, and seafood • oils and fats • dairy and eggs • nuts, seeds, beans, and legumes • breads, grains, and pastas • fruits, vegetables, and juices • spices and condiments • herbal teas and other beverages • special supplements • drug interactions • resources and supportRefer to this book while shopping, dining, or cooking—and soon, you will be on your way to developing a prescription plan that’s right for your type.