Diabetes Books

Type 2 diabetes is a confusing disease: it typically strikes in one's middle years after dietary habits and understanding are long established, there is no one diet for controlling blood sugar levels and the often-accompanying depression diabetes brings, and there are a host of challenges involved with a diagnosis of diabetes. Miryam Williamson interviews people across North America who were diagnosed in middle age and have had a tough time adjusting. Stories of struggle and success will serve as inspiration to any, but especially those newly diagnosed.

I was recently diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and can't help feeling cheated, frustrated and downright angry. This little book showed me that there are plenty of other Type 2s that suffer emotionally as well as physically with the disease. In interviews with over 100 TYPE 2s, I find myself again and again. Thanks for the experiences, strengths and hopes people shared with the author in TYPE 2!

This is one of the most compehensive books about Insulin Dependent Diabetes I have found. Initially I was concerned that since the book was from a specific Diabetes Treatment Program/Center it would conflict with the information our doctors are giving us and instead of relieve some stress it would just create more confusion but this has not been the case. I have found it to be a informative addition to my growing collection of diabetes books. Possibly the best thing about it is that it is easy to read--so easy that I have decided to order several more and give them to our relatives in an effort to educate them about Insulin Dependent Diabetes. Also, sprinkled throughout the book are Q & A's that address everyday real concerns not just theories. I think this is one of the first book to read when someone close to you is dealing with a recent diagnosis of Insulin Dependent Diabetes. Give it a try.

The "Pink Panther" book was given to us at the Hospital. Dr. Chase gives the most comprehensive collection of Type 1 Diabetes information of all the books I've read on the subject. A few parts of it seemed like "homework", but it was never too technical for me. I hardly go a day of taking care of my 4 year old son who has diabetes without referring back to this book.

This was the most insightful and informational and inspirational book on Diabetes. Having a mother with type 2 diabetes, I am always searching for new information and guidance. Healthly eating, exercise, and mental strength -- thank you! And knowing the facts - so important. This book truly guided me to help my Mom and prevent me (hopefully) from getting this disease. Thank you Ms. Yu.

I found this book to be extremely well-written. It's easy to read and understand, whether you are a layperson or a medical professional. The technical terms are extremely handy when dealing with a health care professional. I also liked the fact that Ms. Yu includes so many personal stories - gives the reader something to identify with. In the back of the book there are a lot of websites, addresses, and phone numbers for Diabetes organizations. The glossary is also a nice touch. This is a must-have for anyone who has Diabetes or whose family has a history of Diabetes.

Why Me? Why Did I Have To Get Diabetes? is a storybook intended for young people age 3-11, about a nine-year-old girl diagnosed with diabetes. She must learn to restrict her diet, prick her finger daily, and get insulin shots. Though she holds to the regimen like a trooper, she sometimes asks herself "Why Me?" The narrative deals with guilt and conflicting emotions concerning the all too common condition of childhood diabetes; gentle, somewhat blurry color illustrations add a visual touch to the girl's personal journey. The importance of taking joy in one's life, and being as happy and productive as one can be, is stressed in this highly recommended story ideal for reading aloud.

Rebeccasreads highly recommends WHY ME? for any youngster & their family who is living with diabetes. It is as bright & breezy as a Third Grader who is thrilled with being alive.

It is also a sincere story of the dramas that rock their world: missed parties, misunderstandings with parents, teasing at school, talking things out about the emotions: fear, worry, frustration, anger & loss of self-esteem.

WHY ME? is wonderfully illustrated & written, as well as an exciting story with something to say. A true collaboration between family members. It also gives some information about this chronic condition & what living with it is like.

WHY ME? needs to be in every school, house of worship, summer camp, Boys & Girls club, library, clinic & hospital.

This is the first book I have read that totally and thoroughly goes over the different aspects of diabetes that only women face. The needs of men and women are totally different with regards to health issues--especially diabetes. I highly recommend this to every woman with diabetes--whether newly diagnosed or someone who has had the disease for years. It is informative and very informational, too.

This book is not just about the nuts and bolts of diabetic management (blood sugar testing, diet, exercise). It deals with the emotional impact that diabetes has on the life of a woman. Because there are stories from women who have already "walked in my shoes", I felt less alone in dealing with this disease. There are "fill-in-the-blank" pages to help you identify people who can help you; to let you see where you are on the road to acceptance of being a diabetic. Diabetes affects all aspects of life and tight management is crucial to preventing or minimizing complications later. I highly recommend this book to any diabetic woman, whether she is newly diagnosed, or has been dealing with it for years. I would also recommend sharing this book with family and friends.

Wonderfully written with excellent illustrations (photographs). I would recommend this book to all parents with children who suffer from juvenile diabetes.

Extremely informative guide on how to manage everyday life with a child who has diabetes. Just reading through the book made me feel better able to handle diet, insulin, etc.

A past president of the American Diabetes Association, Ginger Kanzer-Lewis draws upon her more than twenty-five years of experience instructing health care professionals how to teach their patients how to control their condition of diabetes while continuing to enjoy their lives in writing "10 Steps To Better Living With Diabetes". Diabetics must monitor their blood sugar levels, exercise every day, eat healthy, and take their medications properly if they are to enjoy a high quality of life despite their disability which, if left ignored and untreated, could prove life threatening. "10 Steps To Better Living With Diabetes" is characterized by offering solid information in a jargon-free text that makes it ideal for the non-specialist general reader seeking to help themselves and/or a loved one to get the most out of what life has to offer by taking proper care of their diabetic condition. Also very highly recommended for personal and community library Health & Medicine reference collections is "The Diabetes Dictionary: What Every Personal With Diabetes Needs To Know" from the American Diabetes Association providing succinct definitions for more than five hundred terms and concepts (including common abbreviations and acronyms) associated with diabetes.

I like the format of this book. It is easy to read and good for reference. The book answers a lot of common questions about diet, etc. It is in a Q & A format, which I found to be very good and is put out by the ADA.

Richard Rubin, et.al.'s 101 Tips For Coping With Diabetes covers everything from stress management and coping with vacations to handling emotional issues and illness. A question/answer format makes it easy to understand the basic issues of daily diabetes management, while the questions tackle many common obstacles which thwart diabetics.

As an internist who sees innumberable diabetics on a daily basis, I used this book to help my PA and I organize individualized diabetes classes for the diabetics in my practice. The book is a great guide for diabetics and is easy to read and understand. I think every diabetic should have one at home.