Product Description
After Gretchen Becker was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 1996, she educated herself on every aspect of this chronic condition — by reading medical and scientific books and journals, talking with doctors and listening to her own body. In 2001, she marshaled everything she had learned as a "patient-expert" into the first edition of this book, which she has now completely updated and revised. The First Year®—Type 2 Diabetes uniquely guides you step-by-step through your first year with diabetes, walking you through everything you need to learn and do each day of your first week after diagnosis, each subsequent week of the first month, and each subsequent month of the crucial first year. In clear, concise, accessible language, Becker covers a wide range of practical, medical, and lifestyle issues, beginning with coming to terms with your diagnosis and then moving on to subjects including: Choosing the diet that is best for you The role of exercise Daily blood-glucose testing routines and understanding lab tests Medications and supplements Networking with others Insurance issues Traveling and socializing

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.5 based on 94 reviews)

Excellent by kirby dieterman (St. Louis, MO USA)

5 Stars
September 14, 2009
This is one of the best books on diabetes I have read. Becker is straightforward and explains the disease quite bluntly. It has helped me motivate myself to control my blood sugar and diet. After reading her book I have dropped my BG 90+pts

author wants to impress you with supposed knowledge by The Wise One

1 Stars
August 30, 2009
Supposed to be about type 2..... then WHY did she dwell so much on type 1. Much useless information..... not much to help you LIVE with diabetes!

Excellent book by Jane Wirth

5 Stars
August 06, 2009
This book is one of the first that I read after being diagnosed with Diabetes. It provides a wealth of information and also indepth information so you really feel like you understand and do not have a cursory knowledge. I love the author's suggestion that you must be in charge of your health care. It is empowering and she tells you the tests that your doctor may not do that you should request and what information they provide. She teaches you how to test your own body's reaction to different foods. I highly recommend this book.

LEARNING ABOUT TYPE 2 DIABETIES by Rosii (Florida)

5 Stars
May 30, 2009
This book has answered so many questions I had and answers for questions I didn't have. Greatest book I bought for learning about how to take care of myself and why I feel the way I do. Why I am hungry all the time. Why I crave sweets. Why I feel tired all the time and more. Great buy. You won't be dissappointed.

Very Satisfied by R. L. Thompson (Dallas, TX)

5 Stars
April 11, 2009
Book was in great condition. Came on time. Couldn't be more satisfied. This book has been very helpful! I love the direct talk in the book! Anyone can understand it. I'd recommend it!

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