The Canadian Type 2 Diabetes Sourcebook Author:M. Sara Rosenthal The Most Trustworthy Source for Canadians with Type 2 Diabetes Trusted by Canadian doctors and patients for over ten years, The Canadian Type 2 Diabetes Sourcebook is the only medically researched guidebook that allows youto learn about diabetes directly from the experts. This one-stop resource provideseveryt... more »hing you need to know about managing Type 2 diabetes, creating the besthealth care team for you, and understanding the latest medical advice. Updated andaligned with the most recent clinical guidelines, this new edition covers the most up-to-date medications, lifestyle recommendations, and treatment options, with entirelynew information about pediatric Type 2 diabetes. INSIDE:
Diabetes basics-the what, who, and why
Creating your diabetes health care team
Testing your blood sugar and managing the highs and lows
What to eat and how to maintain a healthy diet, including low glycemic eating
The role of active living
Diabetes medications (revised and updated to reflect the latest Canadian clinical guidelines)
Special circumstances and risk factors: pregnancy and fertility, menopause, aging, and obesity
The unique challenges faced by Aboriginal Canadians
Complications and how to prevent them: heart disease, nerve damage, vision problems, kidney damage, circulatory problems, and more
A comprehensive list of resources to help you along every step of the way
All new information about pediatric Type 2 diabetes