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We're pleased to announce another excellent book review in a new monthly glossy magazine called Diabetes Explorer.
"Know Your Numbers, Outlive Your Diabetes may well change your thinking about how you manage your diabetes," writes communications consultant and diabetes freelance writer Riva Greenberg.
"From chasing an impossible number on the scale to getting fit. From thinking your blood glucose is all that counts to realizing the importance of blood pressure. From feeling, woe-is-me overwhelmed by all there is to do, to zooming in on what counts. Here, the Herculean task of managing diabetes is broken down into doable steps and given a 'why' and a 'therefore.'"
"I am a true believer in the old adage, 'You can't get where you're going if you don't know where you are.' By taking these tests (described in the book) first, you will discover where you are. Second, you will better understand how these factors are important to your health. Third, you will be better able to manage your diabetes."
You nailed it, Riva! Dear Readers, please have a look at the full book review HERE.
Book News Flash from the blogosphere:
Christine Miserandino, who blogs about living with "invisible" chronic illness at ButYouDontLookSick.com has posted a
She recently discovered my blog, DiabetesMine.com, and has this to say:
"I found her writing to be easy to read and interesting (an unusual combination when reading health related writing) ... I was intrigued to see how her writing would read in book form.
"I was happy to read her book and have it contain the same style and 'voice' as her blog. This book has straight to the point facts that everyone dealing with diabetes and blood sugar issues should know.
"Dr. Richard Jackson and Amy Tenderich walk you through how to understand each of the five factors/ tests and then help you create a personalized treatment plan for optimum blood-glucose control, heart health, and general diabetes management and well being.
"I know that many of these medical tests, and numbers can be overwhelming, complicated and scary to many, especially to new patients dealing with this disease.
"This book helps you not only be more knowledgeable, but lets you know small things that you can do to improve your life, i.e.: exercise, food, and diet. It is great to have these two authors work together. You receive the medical expertise of a doctor, combined with the real life experience of a patient."
Best of all, she concludes her review this way:
"At 224 pages, this paperback book was a quick, but well worth the read. I would recommend this book for anyone you know who is living with diabetes or loving someone with diabetes." (!)
Check out the book on Amazon, or order it with a free trial pack of ExtendBar slow-release glucose snacks HERE.
Kevin McMahon is President & CEO of Diabetech, makers of the GlucoMON wireless blood glucose monitoring system, the HomeCheck A1c system, and more. He will be speaking on "remote diagnostics tools" at the upcoming
"What a refreshing read! KISS for Diabetes might be an alternative title that
describes this book and how people can approach their diabetes. As a healthcare
technologist and provider of diabetes programs, we see patients all the time who
don't know what to do and are standing in place with their diabetes. This is a
progressive disease and if you don't keep up it can easily get away from
you."
"Providing an easy to read guide that points out a few basic diagnostic tests (measure) and what those #s mean (understand), a person with minimal confidence and proficiency has a step by step guide for action (act)."
"I especially appreciated a key message on page 9, 'Learning to take care of your health is like learning to drive; with good driving skills you can successfully navigate your own road, and even take your own detours if need be. Taking control of your diabetes is therefore not a one-time deal but an ongoing program.'"
"My hope is that more people will pick up this book and
understand that diabetes is about connecting the dots and making sense of your
numbers as a reflection of where you've been, reorient yourself with that
understanding and head off in a strategic direction. This book can help any
person with diabetes to take that next step toward better control of their
diabetes."
-- Kevin McMahon, President & CEO, Diabetech, LP
www.healthcordia.com
Wow! And as if that weren't enough to make these two authors happy, the June issue of Costco's monthly member magazine, Costco Connection is out, with a nice write-up on the Know Your Numbers book on page 37. Read the article HERE.
A little something for everyone connected to diabetes, ay?
Patricia Salber is a physician-blogger at The Doctor Weighs In. She's an MD, MBA, and board certified internist with
"Yeah, I know, some of you hate the 'empowerment' word. But that is
what this book sets out to do. It arms you with information. It helps
you understand your particular needs and challenges. And it provides
guidance on how to go, one step at a time, from where you are now to
where you want to be in terms of diabetes health."
"So, there you go. If you have diabetes, if someone you care about has diabetes, or if you are a health professional working with people with diabetes, then buy (and read) this book. You will be glad you did."
In short: "Got Diabetes? Then Buy This Book." (Read the full review here)
Needless, to say, Dr. Jackson and I are delighted to receive such a hearty endorsement from such a well-respected source. Now follow those doctor's orders, will ya? ;)
We got our official first book review a few days ago. Manny Hernandez, bilingual healthcare blogger and Top Amazon reviewer, had this to say:
"Since the publishing of Dr. Bernstein's Diabetes Solution, I haven't encountered such a compelling and intuitive title for diabetics. I highly recommend it."
Quite the compliment!! We are honored, to say the least.
Here's the full text of Manny's review:
I am a type I diabetic. Then again, I am also an Amazon.com reviewer.
So whenever I can get my hands on a good book on diabetes or its
treatment, I do. The most recent book on the topic I've had a chance to
read has been Know Your Numbers, Outlive Your Diabetes: 5 Essential Health Factors You Can Master to Enjoy a Long and Healthy Life.
The book, which takes a little under 300 pages, combines the medical knowledge of Dr. Jackson with the real life experience of Amy, who dedicated herself to writing about diabetes after being diagnosed with type I diabetes in May 2003, in her mid-thirties. The result is an amazing title aimed at focusing the diabetic patient on five fundamental factors to help him/her lead a long and healthy life. These factors are: your A1C, your blood pressure, your lipids, your microalbumin and your eye exam, to discard retinopathy.
After showing readers through the five main indicators, the authors present courses of action to track them and maintain them in control through exercise, food/diet, medications and monitoring. Towards the end of the book, there are chapters dedicated to the understanding of both type II and type I diabetes, as well as the so-called metabolic syndrome and the actual dangers faced by children of diabetics. The last few chapters deal with travel, feet and mouth care, emotional care and alternative treatment options for diabetics.
Though the book has a slight emphasis on type II diabetes, honestly all diabetics can find useful information in it. Since the publishing of Dr. Bernstein's Diabetes Solution, I haven't encountered such a compelling and intuitive title for diabetics. I highly recommend it.
