Biographical Note: The American Diabetes Association leads the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and advocates for those affected by diabetes. They fund research to prevent, cure, and manage diabetes, deliver services to hundreds of communities, and provide objective and credible information. Table of Contents: Introduction 1 Part 1: Getting Started with Diabetes 5 Chapter 1: Type 2 Diabetes: The Basics 7 Chapter 2: Where Do I Begin? 17 Part 2: Your Healthcare Team and Medications 23 Chapter 3: Putting Together Your Healthcare Team 25 Chapter 4: Your Checkups 37 Chapter 5: Diabetes Education Classes 47 Chapter 6: Medications and Surgery 55 Part 3: Checking Blood Glucose and Reducing Complications 79 Chapter 7: Checking Your Blood Glucose 81 Chapter 8: Keeping Complications in Check 91 Chapter 9: Women and Type 2 Diabetes 111 Chapter 10: Men and Type 2 Diabetes 123 Part 4: Eating Healthy and Staying Active 129 Chapter 11: Brushing Up on Nutrition and Food Basics 131 Chapter 12: Planning Healthy Meals 155 Chapter 13: Amping Up Your Exercise 177 Part 5: Finding Support 191 Chapter 14: Managing Your Emotions and Mental Health 193 Chapter 15: Getting Support, Giving Support 205 Chapter 16: Raising Children and Teens with Type 2 Diabetes 213 Chapter 17: Debunking Diabetes Myths 221 Part 6: Standing Up for Yourself 227 Chapter 18: Navigating Health Insurance and Other Healthcare Scenarios 229 Chapter 19: Knowing Your Rights 241 Part 7: The Part of Tens 251 Chapter 20: Ten Fun Ways to Work Out for People Who Hate to Exercise 253 Chapter 21: Ten (Or So) Things to Do for Your Eyes 259 Glossary 265 Index 291 Publisher Marketing: Discover how to manage diabetes for a healthier and happier life! Written for anyone diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (and for anyone who loves someone with diabetes), Managing Type 2 Diabetes For Dummies is an essential guide to understanding the effects of diabetes and knowing what steps to take to successfully manage this chronic illness. Diabetes can lead to serious complications but people with diabetes can control the condition and lower the risk of its many complications. This is your easy-to-understand guide that shows you how. Under the direction of The American Diabetes Association, Managing Type 2 Diabetes For Dummies gives hope to the one in 11 people in the United States who are affected by the disease. Written in simple-to-understand terms, Managing Type 2 Diabetes For Dummies is filled with a wealth of expert advice and includes the most current information on recent medical advances for treatment. Improperly managed diabetes and consistently high blood glucose levels can lead to serious diseases affecting the heart and blood vessels, eyes, kidneys, nerves, and teeth. With the authorities at the American Diabetes Association on your side, you will have a practical handbook for preventing complications and managing diabetes with confidence! Prevent and manage the complications of the disease Combat diabetes-related anxiety and depression Lead a healthy life with type 2 diabetes Tap into the better living "rules of the road" with Managing Type 2 Diabetes For Dummies. By modifying your diet, consulting with your doctors, staying active, and understanding what medications are right for you, you will be on the path to a happier and healthier lifestyle. Author: American Diabetes AssociationPublisher: For DummiesBinding: PaperbackPub Date: 2018-02-13BISAC: Health & Fitness|Diseases & Conditions|Diabetes|Cooking|Health & Healing|Diabetic & Sugar FreeSubjects: Non-insulin-dependent diabetesWeight: 1.05 lbsISBN: 9781119363293ASIN: -SKU: SP-9781119363293
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