Diabetes Books

My 3 year old daughter was diagnosed a few months ago with diabetes. I've found that it has been hard to find books for her to try and make her understand why mommy does what she does. This book was sure fun for her. She laughed and laughed during it. I wouldn't say that it was very straight forward for her, but it was a great story and I think it makes diabetes less scarry.

Taming the Diabetes Dragon is a great read for someone who is new to the world of juvenile diabetes. Since my niece was diagnosed with juvenile diabetes I have been on the hunt for books that deal with diabetes in a positive and unscary light. A lot of the books out there that deal with diabetes read more like a textbook rather than a story that children can enjoy while at the same time learning and identifying with the characters. I highly recommend this story to anyone who deals with children because it allows children living with diabetes a chance to realize that they are all heroic and it allows other children who don't understand diabetes a chance to realize that diabetic children are not all that different from them.

I found the book Taming the Diabetes Dragon at the library and borrowed it to read to my 9 year old nephew who has Diabetes. It was such a joy seeing him giggle and smile as we read about the villagers and their problem with Diabetes. My nephew mentioned things like "they must be low, or they need to check his BG," before the book mentioned these things. Another nephew was listening with us and he too found the book very enjoyable, though not fully understanding the meaning of the story. I was so touched by the postive response of my JD nephew that I am purchasing the book for him so he can have it to read whenever he chooses. Children who suffer from these illnesses need a way to put it in a positive light for others to understand. This book does just that.

I really like the book it has easy tasty recipes.
the recipes are easy to follow.
these recipes are made with common ingredients you have on hand.
I tried alot of the recipes they are great.

This is a beautifully illustrated cookbook from the publishers of Taste of Home magazine. Recipes have universal appeal and are easy to prepare with common ingredients. I bought it as a gift for a diabetic relative but found several recipes I want to try myself. If it didn't say "diabetic" in the title, you wouldn't know these were special diet recipes. And Amazon's discounted price is excellent.

I am diabetic and was given this book as a gift. I have enjoyed every recipe I've tried. I especially appreciate the variety of soups and stews and the short personal note from the contributors. I hope the publishers are considering making this a series!

I have diabetes all over in my family, so I was NOT surprised when my doc decided to assume I had gestational diabetes right from the start of my pregnancy.

However, both my mom and her dad don't take good care of themselves, so I didn't have any good role models for what I should be eating. I knew what NOT to eat...but not what I should focus on instead.

The nurse that spoke with me (NOT a nutritionist) was way off in her diet recommendations, this book helped me eat again! I sat and read it in just a few days, it has great advice and was easy to understand. I don't generally use it as a reference, but I'm glad I read it early on.

When I heard the dreaded words-"YOU HAVE DIABETES"-it rocked my world. I was so frightened. I never expected it,I was floored. I found myself in a position where I didn't know what to eat. I knew NOTHING about diabetes. First thing I did was look for books on Amazon so I could educate myself as soon as possible. I never knew this was such a complex illness. This book helped me tremendously to understand how to eat. I was used to Weight Watchers and counting points but knew nothing about carbs and sugars and all the other things on the labels. I knew Amazon would have the right book for me. Thank you again for your help in getting me on the right trail to healthy eating. Although I have a difficult road ahead of me this book is the first step to understand what path to take.

Few days ago, my doctor told me I had diabetes and to watch what I eat. On my way home I decided to stop by at the bookstore to see if they had some type of information to provide more light on the subject. Others could have diabetes, but not me. I was in shock! On the shelf there was Elaine Magee's book. I bought it. Within 2 days I read it all. Found so many answers in it. Answers I could understand. Recipes I could use. Very helpful informations.

My sister has been dealing with diabetes for several years now, so I bought her this book, hoping it might help. Well, it sure did! Before, she was so frustrated, because keeping track of her info was a real struggle. But now, with this WeeklyTrack book, her glucose readings have improved because she is managing her diet much better. She said it has helped her to figure out which times of day it is better to eat certain foods, and when is the best time to take her daily walk. Her doctor has been able to help her more, because he can look at the book and see how she's doing in between visits. We recommend this book for all diabetics!

By the way, if you are a family or professional caregiver, you might also want to look at Daily CareLog (The Complete Caregiving Diary), a caregiving log book by this same publisher.

I would highly recommend this journal for anyone who has Diabeties. Recently I was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabeties. I had a little log book keeping track of my sugar level that came with my Glucose monitor and I also had a notebook keeping track of my food as well as any other information I needed to write down. This Weekly Journal is awesome. It keeps track of your sugar, your food intake as well as your exercise routine. It also has room to add any additional notes. Its a 52 Week Journal, everything you need in one place. In the back of the book, you have information you can store for yourself which include dates of any medical procedures such as your A1C test that way you can keep track of these things yourself. I would highly recommend this journal to anyone who has Type 2 Diabeties. Its easy, user friendly and a "must have" for all new patients.

When Lifescan -- the manufacturer of my blood glucose meter -- stopped printing their free log books, they recommended that I try this one.
They were right: the format is so clear and easy to use. The way the pages are set up naturally flows with how a diabetic has to keep notes and test throughout the day. The colors and symbols used in the daily charts look cheerful and take a lot of the drudgery out of my daily record-keeping. Plus, the special sections for eyes, teeth, and feet have me paying better attention to my whole diabetes care. This is a quality log book -- well worth the price -- and I would not hesitate to recommend it other people with diabetes!

As a healthcare professional who lectures on foot health, I found this book to be concise and to the point. The potential effects from lack of proper foot care are not soft peddled. The steps to take for preventive foot care are written and organized in an easy-to-digest manner.

With managed care taking it's toll on the time allotted for doctor visits, our patients need to become better informed. "101 Foot Care Tips" will help diabetics and their families know when to seek urgent treatment for what may seem to be a minor foot problem, hopefully, before infection and possible amputation become a real threat.

As The Foot Nurse, I whole-heartedly recommend this book!

101 Foot Care Tips For People With Diabetes is an excellent self care guide and reference for diabetics and their caretakers. Questions about exercise, the relevance of blood sugar control, nail clipping, choosing appropriate footwear, what to do about ingrown toenails, and preferred forms of exercise with diabetic foot complications are answered. All questions are succinctly explained with authority. Types 1 and 2 boxes at the top of the page tell if the question refers to both or either types of diabetes. Amusing illustrations lighten the tone and pique interest. Chapter 11 lists additional resources valuable to the diabetic. 101 Foot Care Tips For People With Diabetes is a good manual for any diabetic. Its brisk, no-nonsense explanations of complex interrelationships of diet, exercise, skin care and health management are presented in unavoidably clear lay terms.

Nancy Lorraine Reviewer

Midwest Book Review "The information is important and clarifies many confusing points."

From how often to have check-ups and when to know when additional doctor visits are needed to making sure the right medical tests are done and understanding health care providers, this blends the latest research and tests with insights on how diabetes patients can get the most from their doctors and avoid complications. The information is important and clarifies many potentially confusing points.

This is an excellent book and a "must read" for everyone who has diabetes or who plans meals/shops/cooks for people with diabetes. I am a registered dietitian who works in an endocrine clinic and I also have a private nutrition practice. I recommend this book to all of my patients/clients with diabetes. So many people with diabetes think in terms of can't eat this or can't eat that. It's time to think about what you can eat as well as debunk the myth once and for all that people with diabetes can't eat any sugar. This book was updated in 2007 and contains everything you need to know to eat well to manage diabetes. Also covered in the book are the lastest summary recommendations of the American Diabetes Association's 2006 updated medical nutrition therapy guidelines.

16 Myths of a "Diabetic Diet" specifically addresses the most commonly held myths about food and diabetes, explains the origins of these misconceptions, and offers breakthrough methods for creating a healthy, enjoyable way of eating for diabetics of all ages. 16 Myths of a "Diabetic Diet" shows how to eat foods with sugar (not sugar substitutes!), eat in a restaurant without ruining your meal plan, enjoy all of your favorite family recipes, and a great deal more. 16 Myths of a "Diabetic Diet" is important, essential, quality of life enhancing reading for all diabetics and those who love them.

As the mother of two young daughters with type 1 diabetes, I've read a lot of websites and books with highly technical medical information about diabetes.

It was refreshing to sit down and read a book full of stories. When's the last time you read a book about diabetes that was actually hard to put down? This is a book like that.

One can't help but be encouraged by stories like those of the two brothers, ages 87 and 91, who have had diabetes since early childhood. Both have avoided major complications even though they lived most of their lives in the "dark ages" (pre-glucometers). The 87-year-old brother often rides his bike 20 miles at a time. The book is full of stories like these.

Interspersed between the stories of these inspiring diabetic people are the 50 secrets. I'll list ten of them here:

1. Live first and be diabetic second.
2. Control your problems before they control you.
3. Consider being a grazer.
4. Always carry a toothbrush.
5. Erase your mistakes with exercise.
6. Love (and hate) your pump.
7. Involve your family and friends.
8. Have kids if you want to.
9. Understand possible diabetes complications.
10. Respect the power of diabetes.

The 50 secrets aren't earth-shaking but there is commentary from these diabetics on all of the secrets and it is motivating and encouraging. The advice is very, very practical.

The authors don't shy away from the grim statistics: "just by having diabetes, you already have twice the risk of dying young as someone who is diabetes-free." Some of the 50 people in the book share stories about scary hypoglycemic episodes while driving. The authors make it clear that facing the reality of possible complications is much better than denial.

There is some information about type 2 diabetes in the book too. Overall, the book is easy to read and I think every teen and twentysomething with diabetes should read it. Parents of diabetics should read it too. It will wake you up a little and also encourage you.

This is one of the best books about diabetes and people living with diabetes that I have read in a very long time. As a person living with the disease for over 40 years, it was such an inspiration to read about other people that have lived with it even longer than I and to read about others who are dealing with the same issues that I deal with all the time. It is so important for people to know that diabetes does not have to be a death sentence...it is a manageable disease and the proof of that is in reading this book.

I suppose I shouldn't brag too much since I'm quoted quite a bit in this book, but it is truly a book for anyone with diabetes. It is filled with amazing suggestions, (yes, even I learned some new things!) and it should encourage all who take the time to really absorb the contents.

Dr. Sheri and Dr. Steve are both wonderful people and certainly experienced in their field as they, too live with diabetes.

Jane Dohrmann

The average doctor does not offer the full help that a diabetic really needs. So you sit out on this log ready to fall if you do not seek further. Not only do doctor's not help they often don't even bother to give you a direction. I do not think any one book is an answer either, but cetainly the American Diabetic Association has an obligation to fill that large hole left by the medical profession. Go for it.

I bought this book for my 71 year old mother who was newly diagnosed with Diabetes, and she loved it. She found it extremely informative and easy to follow.

This is an excellent buy for people who are looking for a way to remedy diabetes.

Ampalaya: Nature's Remedy for Type 1 & Type 2 Diabetes is a well-written book about a promising botanical called ampalaya in the Philippines, bitter melon in the U.S. and Momordica charantia by scientists. Written in Frank's crisp, engaging style, Ampalaya begins by delivering a good overview of the diabetes epidemic in the U.S., while also offering a fascinating, and colorful, historical chronicle on diabetes since ancient times. In addition to a well-referenced chapter on the research behind ampalaya and another on mini-case-histories, the book is jam-packed with practical, take-home information on: diabetes complications; reducing risk factors; taking care of your eyes, feet and kidneys; diet and nutrition in diabetes; overweight and exercise; and more. Frank pulls out all the stops when it comes to useful tips and lists of actionable suggestions, as well. All in all, this is much more than a health book about ampalaya; it is an invaluable resource for all people who are concerned about diabetes and interested in learning about a powerful variety of ways to improve their health and fend off the risk factors and symptoms associated with this epidemic disease.