Understanding Type 2 Diabetes : Fewer Highs, Fewer Lows, Better Health by Merlin Thomas download ebook EPUB, PDF
9781921966200 English 1921966203 Diabetes is the world's modern pandemic. But it needn't mean a world of frustration, restrictions and complications. Most people with diabetes are able to live full, free and healthy lives. It just takes clear understanding and good management.In 'Understanding Type 2 Diabetes', Professor Merlin Thomas of the renowned Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute clearly explains:- What diabetes is and how it comes about.- What is the right diet for someone with diabetes, and how to achieve it.- How exercise can improve and maintain your health.- The medical aspects of diabetes care, including the best ways to control your waistline, blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol levels.- How to prevent and treat the major complications of diabetes.Having diabetes is not easy. But its management needn't be complex or complicated. With 'Understanding Type 2 Diabetes' to guide you, you'll soon realise that successfully managing diabetes is not only feasible but is also essential., The growing epidemic of Type 2 diabetes already affects over 1.3 million Australians and twice that number again is at risk of developing the disease in the next 5 to 10 years. Worldwide, the World Health Organization estimates that 346 million people have diabetes, a figure that is expected to double by 2030 without intervention. In this essential resource for any diabetes sufferer, Professor Merlin Thomas from the world-renowned Baker IDI Heart & Diabetes Institute offers clear, effective guidance on how to manage all aspects of the disease. The book examines what diabetes is and how it comes about. It describes the many practical changes you can make to your diet, while also looking at physical activity and the different ways exercise can be used maintain and improve your health. The book also explores the medical aspects of diabetes care, including the best ways to achieve control of your waistline, blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and how to avoid major complications. Individual chapters look at the effects of diabetes on the heart, vision, feet, kidneys, bladder, mind, mood, sleep and sex - all critically important areas for sufferers wanting to maintain optimum health., The growing epidemic of Type 2 diabetes already affects over 29.1 million American (2012) with the figures from the American Diabetes Association reporting 1.7 million new diagnoses each year. Worldwide, the World Health Organization estimates that 346 million people have diabetes, a figure that is expected to double by 2030 without intervention. In this essential resource for any diabetes sufferer, Professor Merlin Thomas from the world-renowned Baker IDI Heart & Diabetes Institute offers clear, effective guidance on how to manage all aspects ofthe disease.The book examines what diabetes is and how it comes about. It describes the many practical changes you can make to your diet, while also looking at physical activity and the different ways exercise can be used maintain and improve your health. The book also explores the medical aspects of diabetes care, including the best ways to achieve control of your waistline, blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and how to avoid major complications. Individual chapters look at the effects of diabetes on the heart, vision, feet, kidneys, bladder, mind, mood, sleep and sex - all critically important areas for sufferers wanting to maintain optimum health., This book contains all the things you need to know to get your diabetes under control and keep it that way. Alt aspects of the body, soul and mind are addressed in a compassionate, practical and no-nonsense plan encompassing diet, exercise and important medical issues. You will find that this unique combination of up-to-the-minute understanding, lucid communication and practical advice is an invaluable support for your life. Professor Merlin Thomas MD PhD is an internationally recognised expert and best-selling author whose work has received a number of awards, including the Victorian Premier's Award for Medical Research. He is based at the world-leading Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute, the largest diabetes and cardiovascular research facility in the Southern Hemisphere. Through understanding Type 2 Diabetes, you can lead a full and healthy life. Book jacket., Worldwide, the World Health Organization estimates that 346 million people have diabetes, a figure that is expected to double by 2030 without intervention. 'Understanding Type 2 Diabetes' is the essential resource for any diabetes sufferer, Professor Merlin Thomas from the world-renowned Baker IDI Heart & Diabetes Institute offers clear, effective guidance on how to manage all aspects of the disease. The book examines what diabetes is and how it comes about. It describes the many practical changes you can make to your diet, while also looking at physical activity and the different ways exercise can be used maintain and improve your health. The book also explores the medical aspects of diabetes care, including the best ways to achieve control of your waistline, blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and how to avoid major complications. Individual chapters look at the effects of diabetes on the heart, vision, feet, kidneys, bladder, mind, mood, sleep and sex - all critically important areas for sufferers wanting to maintain optimum health.
9781921966200 English 1921966203 Diabetes is the world's modern pandemic. But it needn't mean a world of frustration, restrictions and complications. Most people with diabetes are able to live full, free and healthy lives. It just takes clear understanding and good management.In 'Understanding Type 2 Diabetes', Professor Merlin Thomas of the renowned Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute clearly explains:- What diabetes is and how it comes about.- What is the right diet for someone with diabetes, and how to achieve it.- How exercise can improve and maintain your health.- The medical aspects of diabetes care, including the best ways to control your waistline, blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol levels.- How to prevent and treat the major complications of diabetes.Having diabetes is not easy. But its management needn't be complex or complicated. With 'Understanding Type 2 Diabetes' to guide you, you'll soon realise that successfully managing diabetes is not only feasible but is also essential., The growing epidemic of Type 2 diabetes already affects over 1.3 million Australians and twice that number again is at risk of developing the disease in the next 5 to 10 years. Worldwide, the World Health Organization estimates that 346 million people have diabetes, a figure that is expected to double by 2030 without intervention. In this essential resource for any diabetes sufferer, Professor Merlin Thomas from the world-renowned Baker IDI Heart & Diabetes Institute offers clear, effective guidance on how to manage all aspects of the disease. The book examines what diabetes is and how it comes about. It describes the many practical changes you can make to your diet, while also looking at physical activity and the different ways exercise can be used maintain and improve your health. The book also explores the medical aspects of diabetes care, including the best ways to achieve control of your waistline, blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and how to avoid major complications. Individual chapters look at the effects of diabetes on the heart, vision, feet, kidneys, bladder, mind, mood, sleep and sex - all critically important areas for sufferers wanting to maintain optimum health., The growing epidemic of Type 2 diabetes already affects over 29.1 million American (2012) with the figures from the American Diabetes Association reporting 1.7 million new diagnoses each year. Worldwide, the World Health Organization estimates that 346 million people have diabetes, a figure that is expected to double by 2030 without intervention. In this essential resource for any diabetes sufferer, Professor Merlin Thomas from the world-renowned Baker IDI Heart & Diabetes Institute offers clear, effective guidance on how to manage all aspects ofthe disease.The book examines what diabetes is and how it comes about. It describes the many practical changes you can make to your diet, while also looking at physical activity and the different ways exercise can be used maintain and improve your health. The book also explores the medical aspects of diabetes care, including the best ways to achieve control of your waistline, blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and how to avoid major complications. Individual chapters look at the effects of diabetes on the heart, vision, feet, kidneys, bladder, mind, mood, sleep and sex - all critically important areas for sufferers wanting to maintain optimum health., This book contains all the things you need to know to get your diabetes under control and keep it that way. Alt aspects of the body, soul and mind are addressed in a compassionate, practical and no-nonsense plan encompassing diet, exercise and important medical issues. You will find that this unique combination of up-to-the-minute understanding, lucid communication and practical advice is an invaluable support for your life. Professor Merlin Thomas MD PhD is an internationally recognised expert and best-selling author whose work has received a number of awards, including the Victorian Premier's Award for Medical Research. He is based at the world-leading Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute, the largest diabetes and cardiovascular research facility in the Southern Hemisphere. Through understanding Type 2 Diabetes, you can lead a full and healthy life. Book jacket., Worldwide, the World Health Organization estimates that 346 million people have diabetes, a figure that is expected to double by 2030 without intervention. 'Understanding Type 2 Diabetes' is the essential resource for any diabetes sufferer, Professor Merlin Thomas from the world-renowned Baker IDI Heart & Diabetes Institute offers clear, effective guidance on how to manage all aspects of the disease. The book examines what diabetes is and how it comes about. It describes the many practical changes you can make to your diet, while also looking at physical activity and the different ways exercise can be used maintain and improve your health. The book also explores the medical aspects of diabetes care, including the best ways to achieve control of your waistline, blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and how to avoid major complications. Individual chapters look at the effects of diabetes on the heart, vision, feet, kidneys, bladder, mind, mood, sleep and sex - all critically important areas for sufferers wanting to maintain optimum health.