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"Women have long needed a book devoted to their unique issues with diabetes. This up-to-date and practical guide advocates simple lifestyle changes that can help women reduce their risk of getting diabetes or, if already diagnosed, prevent the disease's most serious complications. Every Woman's Guide to Diabetes translates the latest findings from diabetes research into proven strategies busy women can use to stay healthy and gain control over an often overwhelming disease. The authors discuss the nature of diabetes, helping readers through the complex medical decisions involved in diabetes treatment. They highlight strategies to decrease the emotional stress and social isolation that often accompany diagnosis, and offer everyday techniques for managing blood sugar. Key features include: - Unique aspects of diabetes for women throughout the life cycle - Timetable of recommended tests and check-ups - Guide to medications with common dosages - Charts to help organize diabetes-care tasks and supplies - Time-management tips for better disease regulation - Guide to contraceptives available to women with diabetes - Review of issues critical to women before, during, and following pregnancy - Advice for overcoming barriers to weight loss and exercise - Plan for intelligent diet trade-offs while still enjoying meals - Practical tips for planning exercise - Strategies to avoid diabetes ""burn-out"" Written by two physicians (one of whom is a woman living with diabetes) and an experienced medical writer, Every Woman's Guide to Diabetes recognizes the power that women have in their households to effect lifestyle changes that will benefit themselves and loved ones, including their mothers, daughters, sisters, and partners. This power can reduce the toll of the diabetes epidemic."

Full Product Details

Author:   Stephanie A. Eisenstat M.D. ,  Ellen Barlow ,  David M. Nathan M.D.
Publisher:   Harvard University Press
Imprint:   Harvard University Press
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.10cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.345kg
ISBN:  

9780674027282

ISBN 10:   0674027280
Pages:   320
Publication Date:   01 April 2008
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Out of stock  
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Table of Contents

Preface by Stephanie A. Eisenstat Preface by David M. Nathan 1. The New Epidemic 2. Diagnosis 3. Prevention 4. Medical Complications 5. Reproductive Health and Sexuality 6. Psychosocial Impact 7. Management of the Disease 8. Common Questions and Resources Appendixes 1. Body Mass Index (BMI) Table 2. Carbohydrate Counts for Common Fruits, Vegetables, Starches, and Dairy 3. Sample Grocery List for Healthful Eating 4. Choosing a Blood Glucose Meter 5. Mixing Different Kinds of Insulin 6. Disposing of Syringes 7. Insulin Pumps and Other Insulin Delivery Systems 8. Over-the-Counter Medications and Diabetes 9. Complementary (Alternative Medicine) Treatments 10. Your Diabetic Targets Glossary of Terms References Acknowledgments Index

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A sympathetic portrait of the myriad medical and psychosocial considerations that must be navigated for women to maintain healthy glucose levels and optimal quality of life. Focusing primarily on Type 2 diabetes, [the authors] describe risk factors and gender and ethnic-specific conditions that influence progression of the disease. Because much damage (nerve, cardiovascular, kidney, retinal and dental) is done before symptoms appear, the authors stress early diagnosis and intensive management of glucose levels. Testing and monitoring methods, types of insulin and other medications, dietary strategies and daily schedules are presented clearly with charts, tables and lists for easy access. There are helpful sections on the effects of stress, illness, hormonal fluctuations and aging, as well as a discussion of gestational diabetes as it affects women with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Publishers Weekly 20061030 Although there are many fine books about diabetes from the American Diabetes Association, this work is valuable for its focus on women. -- Barbara M. Bibel Library Journal 20061115

It's refreshing to see a book that focuses on motivating, educating, and helping women to take charge of their health and diabetes. As an endocrinologist sensitive to issues of women with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, I strongly recommend this book. - Sandra T. Foo, M.D., Diabetes Prevention Program Outcomes Study, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Medical Center This work is valuable for its focus on women. - Barbara M. Bibel, Library Journal

Author Information

Dr. Stephanie A. Eisenstat is an internist with Women's Health Associates at Massachusetts General Hospital and Assistant Professor of Medicine and Scholar at The Academy, Harvard Medical School. She directs a course for physicians in training, Trauma and Injury Control, and is co-editor with Dr. Carlson of Primary Care of Women, one of the first medical textbooks devoted to the emerging specialty of women's primary care. Ellen Barlow is a medical writer and owner of Barlow Communications. David M. Nathan, M.D., is Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, and Director of the Diabetes Center at MGH. He is the author of Beating Diabetes (Harvard Medical School Books).

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