The Diabetic Woman [Paperback]

Lois Jovanovic-Peterson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 6, 1996

An updated edition provides the latest advice on contraceptives, new findings on menopause, self-care technology, recent research that may someday cure diabetes, and an explanation of the new American Diabetes Association nutritional guidelines. Reprint.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Completely revised and expanded from the original 1987 publication, this edition succeeds at being simultaneously entertaining and informative. All three authors have written extensively on diabetes; both Bierman and Jovanovic-Peterson are themselves diabetic. Constructed mostly as a spirited dialogue between "Dr. Lois" and her well-informed coauthors, and often drawing on their own experiences as well as questions from readers of The Diabetic Reader newsletter, the text covers a wide range of concerns. Puberty, pregnancy, breast feeding and menopause are well-covered, and there are some surprising nuggets of information, such as how jet lag affects blood sugar levels or how shift work can impact insulin requirements. Especially valuable is the up-to-date drug information and the advice on getting good diabetic care from cost-conscious HMOs. Clear line drawings, 800-numbers for sources of helpful products and a well-annotated reading list augment the text. Essays on pregnancy for women with gestational diabetes and Type I diabetes conclude the book.
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 286 pages
• Publisher: Tarcher; 2 Sub edition (August 6, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0874778298
• ISBN-13: 978-0874778298
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,239,023 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative and Easy to Read, July 3, 2000

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Karen Panek - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Diabetic Woman (Paperback)

June Biermann and Barbara Toohey team up with Dr. Lois Jovanovic-Peterson to create the best question and answer book for the diabetic female. The book is divided into three stages of life. Each stage is categorized into developments common with the age group. There is even a special chapter about diabetes and pregnancy in the second life stage. Complications are discussed, but not emphasized. Living life to the fullest is the goal. Type 2 diabetes is also discussed briefly. The tone of the book is lighthearted and often funny. There are several antecdotes about life with diabetes and how to answer some of the questions a person is asked by well meaning friends or family. This book is a must for both the diabetic patient and her loved ones.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book!, March 31, 2010

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This review is from: The Diabetic Woman (Paperback)

After having Diabetes for over 15 years, this is definitely the most helpful information that I've read! Highly recommend it!

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THE DIABETIC WOMAN, July 14, 2001

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Dorothy (Lyons, OR United States) - See all my reviews

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I FOUND THIS BOOK TO BE EXCELLENT FOR THE JUST INFORMED DIABETIC WOMAN. SO MANY DOCTORS JUST TELL YOU THE NEWS, HAND YOU A PRESCRIPTION AND YOU ARE ON YOUR OWN. I HAVE RECOMMENDED THIS BOOK TO MY PHARMACY AND HEALTH FOOD STORE, BOTH WHO SAY NEWLY INFORMED DIABETICS COME IN AND SAY THEY HAVEN'T A CLUE OF WHAT TO DO NOW.