This standard reference is now updated to include the latest proven practice and research. An increasing number of Americans are diagnosed with diabetes or prediabetes each year. "Diabetes Mellitus", in print and continually revised for over two decades, has never been more needed as a critical resource for people with diabetes and their families. Answers - The goal of this book is to present key information needed for care and treatment in simple, understandable terms. It explains how to fight diabetes and create optimal health. Though a final cure for diabetes is not yet available, techniques for managing the condition have continually advanced and can be learned. Accessible - The goal of this book is to present key information needed for care and treatment in simple, understandable terms. It explains how to fight diabetes and create optimal health. Though a final cure for diabetes is not yet available, techniques for managing the condition have continually advanced and can be learned. Simple Explanation - It is critical diabetics learn how to balance food, medication, and exercise as soon as they are diagnosed. The diet section of "Diabetes Mellitus" offers clear guidance on nutritional levels and explains basic needs, addressing topics such as serving size, cholesterol control, grocery shopping and dining out. Ideas into Practice - This book helps readers practice what they learn with sample meal plans, portion size guidelines, food exchanges, and healthy user-friendly suggestions to promote good nutrition. The exercise section provides useful, low-impact workout routines and discusses different forms of exercise along with practical guidance on how to start an effective exercise program. This updated edition also provides extensive coverage of the new delivery systems and latest medicines available.

Updated to include the latest developments in medicine and practices for diabetes treatment, as well as the most current information on new medication delivery methods, this comprehensive guide covers every aspect of life with diabetes. This user-friendly book takes a look at both the medical and nutritional sides of the disease and teaches diabetics how to balance diet, medication, and exercise for optimal health. The diet and exercise plans feature portion sizes and sample meal plans along with low-impact workout routines and have been revised to reflect new food pyramid guidelines and current minimum exercise suggestions. While an absolute cure for diabetes has not yet been discovered, this health manual makes living with the disease manageable. "Con informacion sobre los ultimos desarrollos en la medicina y las costumbres para el tratamiento de la diabetes, asi como los datos mas recientes acerca de los metodos de entrega de las medicaciones, esta guia comprensiva cubre todos los aspectos de vivir con diabetes. Este libro es facil de entender y examina los lados medicos y nutricionales de la enfermedad mientras ensena a los diabeticos como balancear la dieta, las medicaciones y el ejercicio para la salud optima. Los planes de dieta y ejercicio tienen sugerencias para el tamano de porciones, planes de alimentacion y rutinas de ejercicio de bajo impacto y han sido revisados para reflejar las nuevas pautas de la piramide nutricional y las ultimas recomendaciones sobre el ejercicio. Aunque no se ha descubierto una cura absoluta para la diabetes, este manual de la salud hace que vivir con la enfermedad sea manejable."

Updated to report on important breakthroughs in diabetes research and armed with the latest information about diet and drugs, this guide focuses on the everyday concerns of diabetics, teaching them how to balance diet, medication, and exercise for optimal health. Focus is provided on new drug delivery methods, including modern inhalers. Filled with illustrations, charts, tables, and worksheets, this is a proven, user-friendly resource for living with diabetes.