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Table of Contents: Introduction 1 Part 1: Confronting the Prediabetes Epidemic 7 Chapter 1: The Origins and Dangers of Prediabetes 9 Chapter 2: Suspecting Prediabetes in Yourself or a Loved One 25 Chapter 3: Tracking the Transition from Prediabetes to Diabetes 39 Chapter 4: Stopping Prediabetes in Its Tracks 53 Part 2: Getting a Diagnosis 69 Chapter 5: Spotting the Metabolic Syndrome 71 Chapter 6: The Testing Spectrum: Having Essential Tests and Interpreting Results 83 Chapter 7: Children and the Elderly: Special Considerations 95 Part 3: Food and Other Factors: Creating a Healthy Lifestyle 107 Chapter 8: Setting Yourself Up for Success 109 Chapter 9: Achieving and Maintaining a Healthy Weight 125 Chapter 10: Living an Active Lifestyle 141 Chapter 11: Managing Stress and Seeking Joy 153 Part 4: The Benefits of Following the Mediterranean Diet 169 Chapter 12: Defining the Mediterranean Diet and How It Can Help 171 Chapter 13: Making the Mediterranean Diet Work for You 183 Chapter 14: Incorporating the Mediterranean Lifestyle into Your Daily Routine 201 Part 5: Avoiding or Reversing Prediabetes 213 Chapter 15: Cooking and Eating for Health and Enjoyment 215 Chapter 16: Taking Medications or Supplements 253 Chapter 17: Putting Your Knowledge to Work: A Healthier You in Three Months 263 Part 6: The Part of Tens 277 Chapter 18: Ten Myths about Prediabetes 279 Chapter 19: (More Than) Ten Staples to Keep in Your Kitchen 285 Chapter 20: Ten Ways to Stop Prediabetes in Its Tracks 295 Chapter 21: Ten Ways to Help Kids Prevent and Reverse Prediabetes 311 Index 323 Biographical Note: Simon Poole, MD, is a Cambridge, UK-based medical doctor and teacher with more than 40 years of clinical experience and an internationally acclaimed author on subjects of nutrition and lifestyle. Amy Riolo is an award-winning chef, author of 25 books, television personality, and Mediterranean Diet Ambassador. She conducts educational programs on nutrition, lifestyle, and cooking internationally. Alan L. Rubin, MD is the original author of Prediabetes For Dummies. Publisher Marketing: Overcome prediabetes with this comprehensive guide to prevention and wellness Prediabetes For Dummies is an essential guide for anyone looking to take control of their health and prevent the progression to type 2 diabetes. This updated edition covers the latest research, practical tips, and easy-to-follow advice on diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes. With clear explanations and actionable steps, it empowers you to make informed decisions and optimize your blood sugar for energy, ideal weight, and health. If you've been diagnosed or are looking to support a loved one, this book is your go-to resource for managing prediabetes effectively and living a healthier, more vibrant life.
You're not alone--an estimated 91 million people worldwide have prediabetes. Prediabetes For Dummies helps you address this common condition, so you can live a healthy life and prevent long-term complications. |
Author: Poole, Simon
Publisher: For Dummies
Binding: Paperback
Pub Date: 2026-04-07
BISAC: Health & Fitness / Diseases & Conditions / Diabetes|Health & Fitness / Healthy Living|Medical / Public Health
Weight: 1.0 lbs
ISBN: 9781394361168
ASIN: -
SKU: SP-9781394361168
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