The Joslin Guide to Diabetes

An indispensable, up-to-date resource for managing diabetes, written by the world-renowned Joslin Diabetes Center. The Joslin Guide to Diabetes provides clear answers to questions about causes, treatment, and long-term health, helping you live well with the condition. The completely updated edition covers not only treatment options but also every aspect of diabetes self-management, including meal planning and carbohydrate counting, blood glucose monitoring, insulin administration and oral medications, and handling high and low blood glucose. It emphasizes how physical activity supports health, reduces risks, and how to fit diabetes into everyday life. The book is based on research and clinical experience from Joslin and is authored by Richard S. Beaser, M.D., and Amy Campbell, R.D., M.S., C.D.E., offering practical guidance to integrate medical treatments with lifestyle changes.

This revised edition reflects new research and treatment options, presenting a broad range of strategies to manage diabetes and reduce complications. It explains how to develop a workable meal plan, monitor glucose levels, administer insulin, understand various medications, and use activity to maintain health. Written in straightforward language and supported by charts, the book aims to help readers understand what diabetes means for their future and how to live healthfully with it.

Kenmerken

• Meal planning and carbohydrate counting
• Monitoring blood glucose and interpreting results
• Insulin to oral medications, explained
• Treating high and low blood glucose
• Physical activity to manage diabetes
• Integrating diabetes into daily life

Gebruik

1. Raadpleeg de hoofdstukken over behandelopties en zelfmanagement
2. Gebruik de maaltijdplanning en koolhydraattelling als gids
3. Pas monitoring en medicatiegedeelte toe in dagelijkse routine
4. Volg adviezen over fysieke activiteit en leefstijlaanpassingen