📗 Libro en inglés MANAGING TYPE 2 DIABETES (HEADLINE HEALTH SERIES)

In this comprehensive introductory book for Type 2 diabetes sufferers and those at risk of developing the condition Dr David Cavan explains how diabetes works in the body the potential pitfalls of living with the disease and how to avoid delay or even reverse the symptoms Type 2 diabetes statistics make for grim reading In the UK alone more than 12 million people are at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes According to the WHO the number of people in the world with the condition rose from 108 million in 1980 to 422 million in 2014 Worldwide Type 2 diabetes is a major cause of blindness kidney failure heart attacks stroke and lower limb amputation But now for the good news By following a mindful diet engaging in regular physical activity maintaining the right body weight vs height and avoiding tobacco use it s possible to prevent or delay the onset of disease and the symptoms can also be treated with medication With regular screening and the correct treatment for complications those with Type 2 diabetes can hope to live a long and full life This book will tell you everything you need to know