We've all heard shocking predictions involving diabetes, like (ABC News) Diane Sawyer's statement that half of American adults will be diabetic or have pre-diabetes by 2020 if our society doesn't slim down.
If these prophecies turn out even close to reality, diabetes will touch a lot of lives. November is National Diabetes Month, which makes it the perfect time to learn more about it.
"Diabetes for Dummies," by Alan L. Rubin, MD.
With diabetes now considered pandemic throughout the world, there have been enormous advances in the field since the last edition of Diabetes For Dummies.
Now significantly revised and updated, it includes the latest information on medications and monitoring equipment, updated diet and exercise plans, new findings about treating diabetes in the young and elderly, new ways to diagnose and treat long and short-term complications, and more.
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Want to know how to manage diabetes? Trusted diabetes expert Dr. Alan Rubin gives you reassuring, authoritative guidance on putting together a state-of-the-art treatment program to treat diabetes successfully and live a full life. You'll learn about all the advances in monitoring glucose, the latest medications, and how to develop a diet and exercise plan to stay healthy.
"Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat, With Diabetes: A Mindful Eating Program for Thriving With Prediabetes or Diabetes," by Michelle May.
After receiving a diagnosis of pre-diabetes or diabetes, it may seem that the days of "eating what you love" are over.
Understanding dietary changes, blood glucose monitoring, and prevention of complications can feel scary and overwhelming. This book helps readers discover how eating and physical activity affect their blood sugar so that they can make decisions that support their good health without sacrificing delicious meals or dinner out with friends.
DL Library Happenings
- Monday, Nov. 5: Holiday Card & Letter Workshop, 3 p.m.
Procrastinate no longer! Sign up for this workshop and get a jump on your holiday cards and/or letter. Limit 6, so please pre-register.
- Wednesday, Nov. 7: "The Beat Goes On -- Minnesota Storytellers, the Wonder Weavers," 2 p.m.
Colleen and Tina share fun and entertaining stories fit for the whole family in, "I'm Great, You're Terrific!"
- Thursday, Nov. 8, and Saturday, Nov. 10: Storytime at 10:30 a.m.
- Wednesday, Nov. 8: Sisterhood of War Stories from Minnesota Nurses Who Served in Vietnam, 7 p.m.
Three nurses who served during the Vietnam War will be in Detroit Lakes to share their experiences in Vietnam and to share how they were involved in the Vietnam War Women's Memorial in Washington D.C.
