The Diabetes Carbohydrate and Calorie Counter [Mass Market Paperback]

Annette B. Natow (Author), Jo-Ann Heslin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 1991

From renowned nutritionists and authors of The Fat Counter--the first complete guide for people with Type II diabetes. Includes 3,000 alphabetical entries of convenience and home-cooked foods (with calorie, carbohydrate, sugar and fat counts), diet and menu plans, warning signs of diabetes, how to protect yourself from diabetes, and more. Original.

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About the Author

Annette B. Natow, Ph.D., R.D., and Jo-Ann Heslin, M.A., R.D., are the authors of twenty-eight books on nutrition, including two college textbooks. Both are former faculty members of Adelphi University and the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center. They are editors of the Journal of Nutrition for the Elderly, and serve as editorial board members for the Environmental Nutrition Newsletter. --This text refers to an alternate Mass Market Paperback edition.

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Introduction

Are you overweight?
Do you have any close relatives with diabetes?
Are you over 40?

Rosa R., a 47-year-old who weighed too much, went to the doctor because of a vaginal infection. The doctor treated her problem and found a second one. Rosa was diabetic.

Tom O., whose mother had diabetes at 50, visited the doctor for a checkup after failing the routine eye examination needed to renew his driver's license. After examining his eyes, the doctor suggested that Tom see his family doctor, who told Tom he had diabetes.

Rosa and Tom, like many other people, were unaware of the early warning signs for diabetes. Recurring vaginal infections and vision changes are two of them. I Diabetes, a chronic, incurable condition, is found throughout the world. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates 120 to 140 million people worldwide have diabetes. The number of people with diabetes in the United States is growing; from 1990 to 1998 the incidence rose 33%, totaling 798,000 new cases a year. One out of every 14 Americans -- 17 million people -- have type 2 diabetes. Many others have diabetes but don't know it. It's one of the leading causes of death in this country.

The risk of getting diabetes increases with age. It is estimated that 18% of the U.S. population over 65 has diabetes. Slightly more women than men are affected. African Americans, Hispanics, Pacific Islanders, American Indians, and natives of Alaska are at greater risk. Half of all Pima Indians have diabetes, making it a major health problem for this group. Lifestyle factors -- not eating enough fruits, vegetables, and whole grains; not being active; and weighing too much -- can also increase the risk of developing diabetes.

Copyright © 1991, 2003 by Annette Natow and Jo-Ann Heslin --This text refers to an alternate Mass Market Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 265 pages
• Publisher: Pocket (November 1, 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0671695657
• ISBN-13: 978-0671695651
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 3.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,586,995 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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51 of 52 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for every new diabetic, July 26, 2000

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This review is from: The Diabetes Carbohydrate and Calorie Counter (Mass Market Paperback)

When I was first diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and had to lose weight, I was at a loss to know where to start. This book has been a life saver. It has the calorie, carbohydrate and fat count of more foods than you can imagine. The first part of the book deals with the reasons for managing your diet and how diet affects diabetes. This book has become my constant companion in the kitchen. It helps me use my favorite receipes while controlling calories and carbohydrates.

24 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Missing Fiber information, December 18, 2003

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stacey P. Martin "stacey1996" (East Hampton, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Diabetes, Carbohydrate & Calorie Counter, 2nd Edition (Mass Market Paperback)

This would be a great book with a large number of food items analyzed, but it doesn't include the fiber information, something that can be very important to a diabetic since fiber can have a positive effect on blood sugar and cholesterol. I was going to return it, but it isn't worth it, so I just ordered The Complete Book of Food Counts by Corinne T. Netzer which has all the information needed.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for any dieter looking for flexibility, January 24, 2007

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Lena Austin "http://www.LenaAustin.com" (Florida, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Diabetes, Carbohydrate & Calorie Counter, 2nd Edition (Mass Market Paperback)

After trying every diet known to God and man, I chose this book because of the flexibility of the eating regimen. It's simple and easy to maintain. Sure, when I use a recipe I should make sure the recipe itself lists the carb and calorie counts, but reasonable diligence takes care of that. I consider the item listings for carbs, calories, fat, etc to be comprehensive enough to cover most needs.