The Complete Idiot's Guide to Managing Diabetes Fast-track

The rapid emergence of Type 2 diabetes has become one of the most urgent health issues facing not only Americans, but people around the globe. For those suffering from diabetes, managing the disease is a delicate and often confusing balancing act that is highly unpredictable and can be, at times, life-threatening. Effective diabetes management requires not only daily effort, but knowledge in order to control side effects. However, armed with that essential knowledge, diabetes sufferers can lead normal and healthy lives, with minimal issues.

The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Managing Diabetes Fast-Track gives you critical yet practical insight to help manage the disease and minimize the risks. You will learn how to manage daily diet choices, as well long-term dietary habits so the illness doesn't progress. You will also learn the simple lifestyle changes that can make a huge difference and take your health from suffering to thriving. Helpful advice for managing medications and keeping diabetes in check when diet and exercise aren't enough is included so you are armed with the tools and practical guidance they need to lead a normal, healthy life.

Joan Clark-Warner, MS, RD, CDE, is a clinical dietitian and diabetes educator for the University of Utah Health Science Hospital and Clinics. She has more than 29 years’ experience as a dietitian, and more than 12 years’ experience as a certified diabetes educator. She has worked at the University of Utah Health Science Hospital and Clinics, where she started healthy eating classes, wrote a Salt Lake City restaurant guideline, and presented several lectures and community classes. Her specialty areas include diabetic and renal nutrition, weight management, cardiovascular nutrition, and mind-body wellness. She coauthored The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Glycemic Index Weight Loss, second edition; The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Terrific Diabetic Meals; The Complete Idiot’s Guide Glycemic Index Cookbook; and The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Low-Carb Meals, second edition.