All the tools you need to be in control of your prediabetes risk rather than being controlled by it.
We are currently in the midst of a diabetes epidemic. It is estimated that an all-time high one in five adults in the UK now living with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, with nearly one million undiagnosed cases.
Whether you already have one of these conditions or are at an increased risk of developing prediabetes or type 2 diabetes at a later date, you are not alone and you don't have to suffer in silence. In fact, for many, making changes to your lifestyle can help reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 50%.
Dr Valerie Wilson draws on her 25 years of experience as a diabetes specialist and patient to filter through the latest evidence and present you with essential answers. The book covers the signs and symptoms to look out for, the groups at higher risk, how to turn contemplation into action and more. Through case studies to highlight other people's experiences and advice on physical activity, this book has everything you need to take action now.
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All the tools you need to be in control of your prediabetes or type 2 diabetes.
Introduction
What exactly is diabetes?
How to use this book
About me
Part I: Understanding prediabetes and diabetes
1. Exploring definitions of diabetes
2. Physical symptoms of diabetes
3. Risk factors you can control
4. Risk factors you cant control
5. Chronic complications
Part II: Actioning change
6. Mindset changes
7. Physical changes
8. Emotional health
A final note
Glossary
Resources
Acknowledgements
References
Index
Dr Val Wilson is an award-winning diabetes writer and researcher with a PhD in Diabetes Health Education. Her previous books include Psychology in Diabetes Care and Practice and How To Live Well With Diabetes, which was nominated for a British Medical Association award. Dr Wilson has lived with type 1 diabetes for over 40 years.
