Diabetes: What You Should Know

Nearly one-third of the 30+ million Americans living with diabetes don't know they have it — and untreated diabetes is life-threatening. Whether you've just been diagnosed, are managing risk, or are caring for someone who is, this is the guide that makes it make sense.

Written by Dr. Charles Glueck (MD) and Dr. Dean Kereiakes (MD, FACC), this evidence-based resource covers everything you need to understand, manage, and take control of diabetes.

What you'll learn:

•       How your body processes sugar — explained clearly, with visuals

•       Type 1 vs. Type 2 diabetes — what's different, and why Type 2 carries the same heart risk as a prior heart attack

•       Recognizing the symptoms — frequent urination, excessive thirst, numbness, slow-healing wounds, and more

•       The numbers that matter — fasting glucose, A1C targets, and what your results actually mean

•       Low and high blood sugar — causes, symptoms, and how to respond

•       Treatment options — insulin, oral medications, lifestyle changes, and monitoring

•       Long-term complications — heart disease, vision problems, kidney and nerve damage, and how to reduce your risk

This book also includes practical guidance on nutrition, exercise, and medication management — a reference you'll turn to again and again, not just read once.