The Nayoya Acupressure Mat uses the benefits of acupuncture and acupressure to help the body repair itself, and heal itself from all kinds of stress such as back pain, fatigue, insomnia, high blood pressure, and muscular soreness.
The Acupuncture points on the Nayoya Acupressure Mat stimulate the body to release endorphins, feel good hormones because they have a calming, soothing effect on the m...
The Himalaya Acupressure Mat is the latest Swedish Wellness sensation to now hit the US market. With its 8,820 PVC plastic nails that gently touch your skin and your bodys thousands of pressure points per Chinese Traditional Medicine you will experience a form of unique Self Treatment. Lie down on your back for 10 mins for a quick endorphin energy boost, or 20 mins or more for a deeper relaxed ses...
Acupressure Mats (aka acumats/ spike mats) have been used since thousands of years ago for relaxation exercises, meditation and yoga, as well as for healing the body and releasing emotional, physical and mental blockages. For a price lower than one massage or one acupuncture session, you can have your own StyleWellness acumat. Made from ORGANIC cotton, this acumat has shown to improve people's wel...
The LifeSource UA-851 digital blood pressure monitor offer the WHO blood pressure classification indicator which color-codes measurement classifications and removes the stress of misunderstanding your blood pressure results.
Now in its third edition, this basic work explains the latest data on the effects of medication, diet, and exercise on blood pressure. It defines the essential terminology (such as diastolic and systolic), emphasizes stress reduction techniques, and offers science-based insight into the causes and control of this widespread condition.
Diabetes: A Positive Approach to Life, Love and Financial Success (Well, Life Anyway). Diabetes is no laughing matter, or is it? Comedian Tom Parks has diabetes, as do the other stars of this video. You'll meet them, learn from them and laugh with them as Tom takes you around Hollywood on a "typical" day in his life. This video will educate, motivate and inspire you to take better care of yourself...
Ginger Honey Crystals - Help Relieve Motion Sickness, Aids Digestion and Temporary Nausea. For ages, Ginger has been a popular European remedy for appetite loss, indigestion and motion sickness. It's effectiveness has been known for 2,000 years. It has been used for generations in Asia for temporary relief from common cold and flu symptoms, asthma, shortness of break, water retention, backache, di...
Use Splenda no calorie sweetener, granulated, when you're cooking and baking to significantly reduce the calories and carbohydrates that pure sugar adds! Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated works best when it replaces sugar's sweetness. Try it in recipes like cheesecakes, pudding, custards, pie fillings sauces, marinades and glazes!...
Sprinkle Sweetness!Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Packets, are individual portions in the familiar yellow packets. They are a great way to sweeten beverages and can be sprinkled on cereal, fresh fruit, and more. Use Splenda No Calorie Sweetener to get back the 36 hours on an exercise bike that it takes to burn off two teaspoons of sugar added to your daily cereal in a year!...
With Quick heat * Penetrating relief in under a minute * True massage experience * Advanced technology for a deeply relieving massage whenever you need it * Shiatsu and rolling massage * Four independent rollers travel up and down your back * Spot Shiats...
The BTNX Urinalysis product Urinalysis Reagent Strips provide tests for the following: Glucose, Bilirubin, Ketone, Specific Gravity, Blood, pH, Protein, Urobilinogen, Nitrite and Leukocytes.
Urinalysis strips are useful in the preliminary screening for diabetes, liver diseases, haemolytic diseases, urogenital, and kidney disorders. Upon immersing the test strip in the specimen, comparison betwee...
Mediven Elegance 12-16 mmHg Maternity Pantyhose (Closed Toe). Find relief today with Mediven Elegance. Please note that the Mediven Elegance line has been discontinued by the manufacturer, and we have purchased all remaining stock directly from the Mediven. When this deal is gone, it's gone, so stock up today! Quantities are limited. In the unlikely event that you purchase a product that has been ...
Mediven Elegance 16-20 mmHg Maternity Pantyhose (Closed Toe). Find relief today with Mediven Elegance. Please note that the Mediven Elegance line has been discontinued by the manufacturer, and we have purchased all remaining stock directly from the Mediven. When this deal is gone, it's gone, so stock up today! Quantities are limited. In the unlikely event that you purchase a product that has been ...
"Diabetes and Pregnancyis a comprehensive guide for women with Type 1, Type 2, or gestational diabetes. Combining and updating the content from bothDiabetes and Pregnancy: What to ExpectandGestational Diabetes: What to Expect, this newly revised volume contains all the information needed for a woman to plan, conceive, and deliver a healthy baby. Meal planning, exercise, insulin therapy, and monitoring are covered. Other subjects related to pregnancy are also discussed, such as the different stages of an unborn babys` development, what tests to expect during pregnancy, labor and delivery, and birth control"--
The most trusted reference on treatingpregnancy with diabetes is back in a neweditionPregnancy complicated by diabetes is a medical challengethat can be minimized through a program ofexpert protocols and patient partnerships. This bookpresents a complete package of these protocols thatwhen followed, can help produce healthy infants inpregnancies complicated by type 1, type 2, and gestationaldiabetes.Based on an ADA Technical Review, this fourth editionprovides up-to-date information that includes: newguidelines for treatment using the new insulinanalogues; a discussion on the use of oral hypoglycemicagents in pregnancy; and the latest in obstetrical surveillanceof pregnant women with diabetes.
Type 1 diabetes is a serious and common disease, afflicting one per 200 of the population worldwide. It is widely believed to cause harmful physical maldevelopment--congenital malformations--and other consequences in the unborn children of women with the disease. This book considers the history of the disease in pregnant women and this belief that it causes anomalies since the time of the discovery of insulin in 1921, and presents a profound and critical appraisal of the subject of its supposed prenatal harmfulness.
Offers over one hundred recipes to help support the Primal Blueprint model, which focuses on using the principles of the prehistoric hunter-gatherer society to achieve optimum health.Title: The Primal Blueprint CookbookAuthor: Sisson, Mark/ Meier, Jennifer (CON)Publisher: Midpoint Trade Books IncPublication Date: 2010/07/15Number of Pages: 279Binding Type: HARDCOVERLibrary of Congress: bl201003133...
Cookbook facts: Published September 2000: the newest, most up-to-date dialysis cookbook available. 272 pages 12 chapters with dividers. Top-quality padded, laminated linen spill proof cover. 3-Ring loose leaf binder that opens so you can add new upcoming recipes from our website. Pre-planned daily menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner with nutrient totals and National Renal Diet ...
Great taste happens fast, even for diabetes-friendly meals!What can you cook in 15 minutes? A lot! 15-Minute Diabetic Meals provides time-saving recipes that can be prepared in 15 minutes or less. Using convenience items--such as pre-cooked meats, poultry, and pre-cut produce--and taking advantage of the tremendous choices in the grocer`s freezer section, healthy meals can be made in a fraction of the time. For people with diabetes, meal times can become a chore. All the measuring and recording doesn`t leave much time for actual cooking. Survey after survey has shown that people with diabetes want recipes that are not only delicious but fast. 15-Minute Diabetic Meals contains 200 recipes that cover everything from breakfast, lunch, and dinner to between-meal snacks!200 recipes that take less than 15 minutes to cookWritten by Nancy Hughes, author of nine published cookbooks and a recipe developer.Backed by the American Diabetes Association.
More than 150 great-tasting recipes specially designed for people living with (or at risk of developing) diabetes. Recipes are so flavorful they`re sure to satisfy everyone at the table—no need to cook separate meals! Choices for every meal and snack of the day. Savor Rosemary Potato Frittata, Salmon Penne Salad, Mocha Cake with Berries, and much more. Every recipe includes exchanges and complete nutritional information. Sidebars throughout the book spotlight helpful tips on healthy cooking techniques, smart ways to dine out, and lifestyle ideas that make living with diabetes easier. Advice from professionals on how to get the best results when cooking with sugar substitutes.
This is a user-friendly cookbook that addresses the health and dietary needs of Pre-Diabetics, juvenile diabetes, Type I and Type II diabetics, women with gestational diabetes related to pregnancy, those with diabetic-related complications, or anyone seeking to embrace a healthier diet and lifestyle. Medearis provides 125 inventive recipes specifically designed to meet the nutritional needs of diabetics (and those who dine with them) that re-create the hearty, satisfying rich flavors and textures of traditional, cultural dishes and comfort foods. There are recipes for breakfast like Pumpkin Pancakes, Spicy Asian Chicken Noodle Soup for lunch, afternoon energizers like Apple and Oatmeal Bites, main dishes such as Spicy Pork Chops with Fiesta Black Beans and Corn or kids favorites like Spaghetti Pizza Pie. And don’t forget desserts such as Dark Cocoa Kises that taste too decadent to be low in sugar and calories.Each chapter contains a section with recipes specifically designed to meet the nutritional needs of children with diabetes. The fun, kid-friendly menus include recipes for breakfast, snacks, school lunches, dinners, desserts, and celebrations. The easy-to-prepare, and budget-friendly recipes are perfect for planning daily meals and month-by-month menus for entertaining and special occasions. These easy and accessible recipes are complemented by tips/information in sidebars, as well as enticing four-color photography throughout the book.
A lively, intellectual romp through your average day introducing the reader to the history of ideas and applying philosophy to everyday life.
You 'll find recipes for over 80 favorite sweets - cookies, pies, cakes and frostings, ice cream, drinks, breads, and muffins - using xylitol and other natural ingredients for healthier cooking.Sweeten Your Life lets you satisfy your craving for sweets the healthy way.,...
New Hope Mills is now the manufacturer of what used to be the Atkins 3 Carb Pancake and Waffle Mix! Same great product - new manufacturer and new packaging. Sugar Free, Diabetic-Friendly, No Sugar Alcohols, 3 grams net carbs per serving. When you are on the low-carb lifestyle, you have a choice. You can either learn to live without all those high-carb foods you used to love or you can try to find ...
The prevalence of celiac disease and gluten sensitivity among millions of adults and children has created the need for gluten-free recipes that are as nutritious and tasty as their traditional counterparts. Popular food blogger Elana Amsterdam offers ninety-nine family-friendly classics--from Pancakes to Eggplant Parmesan to Chocolate Cake--that feature her gluten-free ingredient of choice, almond...
Provides familiar recipes for the health- and diet-conscious, with photographs, healthy eating tips, complete nutritional analysis, and "dare to compare" comparisons.Title: Eat What You LoveAuthor: Koch, MarlenePublisher: Perseus Books GroupPublication Date: 2010/04/06Number of Pages: 442Binding Type: HARDCOVERLibrary of Congress: bl2010008063...
Book annotation not available for this title.Title: Simply Sugar and Gluten-FreeAuthor: Green, AmyPublisher: PgwPublication Date: 2011/03/15Number of Pages: 234Binding Type: PAPERBACKLibrary of Congress: ...
Thirty-six-year-old Emma Rae Travis has been baking specialty cakes and melt-in-your-mouth pastries at The Backstreet Bakery in historic Roswell, just outside of Atlanta, for the last six years. But here s the rub about her job as a baker ... Emma is diabetic. When she tastes her creations, it can only be in the most minute portions. Emma is considered an artisan for the stunning crème brulee w...
What`s for dessert? Sweet treats you`re allowed to eat! The Diabetic Dessert Cookbook includes recipes for more than one hundred delicious, nutritionally sound sweet treats everyone can enjoy! Specially created by nutrition consultant Coleen Howard for diabetics and those with other sugar-related problems, here are tempting indulgences that will satisfy your craving for something sweet while staying within the limits of a diabetic diet. Some recipes are sugar-free, some contain a low amount of fructose—all comply with the guidelines established by the American Diabetic Association, and each recipe includes a complete list of nutritional values per piece. Enjoy everything you`ve been craving! Candy: delicious butter crunch, truffles, fudge, English toffee, citrus candy, bonbons . . . Snacks: tempting trail mix, peanut butter cookies, fruit and nut treats, pretzels . . . Desserts: sinfully delectable cherry cheesecake, orange pound cake, chocolate cake, peach upside down cake, carrot cake, cranberry banana loaf cake, fruit crepes, chocolate souffle, custard tarts, bread pudding, banana cookies, lemon squares, apple pie . . .
SWEET TREATS YOU'RE ALLOWED TO EAT!Here are over one hundred delicious, nutritionally sound sweet treats everyone can enjoy. Specially created for diabetics and those with other sugar-related problems by nutrition consultant Coleen Howard, the candies and desserts featured will satisfy your craving for something sweet while staying within the limits of a diabetic diet. Some recipes are sugar-free, some contain a low amount of fructose. All comply with the guidelines established by the American Diabetic Association and each recipe includes a complete list of nutritional values per piece.WHAT'S FOR DESSERT?Get ready for all the goodies you've been craving-CANDY TREATS, including sweet and delicious butter crunch, truffles, fudge, English toffee, citrus candy, and bonbonsSWEET SNACKS to satisfy"anytime cravings," including a tempting trail mix, peanut butter cookies, fruit and nut treats and pretzelsDESSERTS that are a cornucopia of sinfully delicious delights, including cherry cheesecake, orange pound cake, chocolate cake, peach upside down cake, carrot cake, cranberry banana loaf cake, fruit crepes, chocolate souffli, custard tarts, bread pudding, banana cookies, lemon squares, apple pie,AND MUCH. MUCH MORE!SWEET TREATS YOU'RE ALLOWED TO EAT!Here are over one hundred delicious, nutritionally sound sweet treats everyone can enjoy. Specially created for diabetics and those with other sugar-related problems by nutrition consultant Coleen Howard, the candies and desserts featured will satisfy your craving for something sweet while staying within the limits of a diabetic diet. Some recipes are sugar-free, some contain a low amount of fructose. All comply with the guidelines established by the American Diabetic Association and each recipe includes a complete list of nutritional values per piece.WHAT'S FOR DESSERT?Get ready for all the goodies you've been crav...
No more tossing leftovers—learn to cook for one with easy diabetic recipesPerfect for you if you have diabetes and live alone or cookmostly for yourself. Quick & Easy Diabetic Recipes for Oneshows you how to cook for one without wasting food, tossingout leftovers, or having to cut recipes in half five times over.
Julie and Jeff take a magic ride through the human body to learn about diabetes. This animated DVD is a rhyming lesson for children ages 3-8 that helps make understanding diabetes both easy and fun....
This digitally animated series provides knowledge that can help young people and their families learn more about diabetes and assist them in making lifestyle choices that will lead to optimal lifelong health. The enclosed guidebook includes questions and answers to help you start a conversation about diabetes with young people, and lists resources you will find useful later....
The most widely used resource for helping children manage their diabetes is now totally revised and updated. When kids find out they have diabetes, they often have questions about what it is and how they got it. It's Time to Learn About Diabetes is an entertaining and easy-to-use guide that and explains diabetes in simple terms, showing school-age kids how to help take care of themselves. With fri...
Living with type 1 diabetes requires intensive, nonstop daily management, week after week, year after year. This means that young people with type 1 and their parents have to become experts on their own condition—even better informed than the average doctor—and able to self-manage its daily demands. The Type 1 Diabetes Book is the most authoritative book ever published on the condition and wil...
This book is the New 10th edition (2002). Please note that the book is the same but the title has changed from Understanding Insulin Dependent Diabetes to Understanding Diabetes. The material found in the 28 chapters has been updated and covers all aspects of diabetes concerns. Included are two new chapters, one featuring type 2 diabetes and the other featuring pregnancy and diabetes. It is writte...
Even little kids get diabetes. When she was two years old, the girl in this book got really sick and skinny and had to go to the hospital. That`s when she found out she had diabetes. Now she knows all about getting insulin shots every day, and testing to see if she has too much sugar or too much insulin. She knows just what to eat and when. But most of all, she knows that in spite of everything, she`s just a regular kid.
Kids living with diabetes face a world of challenges, and yet, there are few things they can`t do. This book is packed full of tips that kids have sent to Spike and Bo, authors of Getting a Grip on Diabetes for Kids and Teens. Tips cover everything from playing sports to accidents to hormones. Plus, there`s an entire section on insulin pumps and what it`s like to go on one.
Diabetes affects an estimated 20 million people in the United States, with many people remaining unaware that they suffer from the disease. While the number of diabetics continues to rise, the number of caregivers who specialize in diabetes treatment does not. In Educating Your Patient with Diabetes, Katie Weinger and Catherine Carver assemble commentary from a panel of leading diabetes practitioners and researchers and put together a highly readable guide to supplying patients with diabetes with the information and ability to successfully cope with their disease. The authors and editors provide substantive data on successful models of diabetes education and the process of educating diabetes sufferers. Additional chapters discuss diabetes in pregnancy, the challenge of weight and diabetes management in clinical practice, and diabetes education in geriatric populations. Timely and accessible, Educating Your Patient with Diabetes is a must have for all diabetes educators, physician assistants, nurses, and endocrinologists who endeavor to support their patients` diabetes self-care efforts and help them maximize the opportunities for patient learning.
The only Spanish-English resource to help you communicate with your patients with diabetesWith more and more physicians, clinicians, educators, and administrators working with Latino and Hispanic patients, ensuring accurate communication is more important than ever. This handy pocket reference offers the Spanish equivalents to common phrases you use every day. From patient introductions to medical histories, examinations, and follow-up, you can provide a more trusting environment and quality care by engaging patients directly. Phrases are divided into nine, natural groups for ease of use. A glossary of related terms is included. Provides accurate communication is critical in all aspects of medical diagnosis, education, and general diabetes care. Helps you communicate more effectively with your Spanish-speaking patients.Written by the experts at the American Diabetes Association, the nation`s leading voluntary health organization supporting diabetes research, information, and advocacy and the leading publisher of comprehensive diabetes information.Topics include:Greeting and Introduction; Identifying the Patient; . Medications and Allergies; Chief Complaint (CC); History of Present Illness; Past Medical History; Review of Systems; Examination; Follow-Up and Plan; List of Relevant Terms
Includes 3 pairs of toe cushions for men. Designed to protect the top of the toes. Prevents blisters, skin abrasions, and irritation. Trim to fit, adhere to the inside top of the shoe. Accepted by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA).
When the other cats in the house shun him because he has two extra toes on each paw, young Toes decides to run away from his home in the hopes of finding somewhere he can be accepted and soon is befriended by a talented violinist who quickly acknowledges Toes as the extraordinary and special creature he is. Reprint.
Includes 3 pairs of square toe cushions. Wide toe cushion used to protect the top of the toes. Prevents blisters, skin abrasions, and irritation. Adheres to the inside top of the shoe and is trimmed to fit. Accepted by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA).
Includes 3 pairs of toe cushions. First ever toe cushion designed for the top of the toes. Prevents blisters, rubbing, and skin abrasions. Durable and easy to use. Trim to fit, adhere to the inside top of the shoe. Accepted by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA).
Patented moisture control system wicks away moisture and keeps feet dry to protect against blisters. With an extra-relaxed fit in the leg, and a comfortable cushioned sole it is indicated for use by diabetics, arthritics and other people with sensitive feet. Accepted by the Canadian Podiatric Medical Association. Ultra-smooth Lin-Toe closure and cushioned sole provide very comfortable wear. Extra-loose knit, non-binding leg and welt top keeps the sock up without restricting the circulation. "Y" heel pocket for fit. More coverage with crew length. Available Colors: White, Black.
Patented moisture control system wicks away moisture and keeps feet dry to protect against blisters. With an extra-relaxed fit in the leg, and a comfortable cushioned sole it is indicated for use by diabetics, arthritics and other people with sensitive feet. Accepted by the Canadian Podiatric Medical Association. Ultra-smooth Lin-Toe closure and cushioned sole provide very comfortable wear. Extra-loose knit, non-binding leg and welt top keeps the sock up without restricting the circulation. "Y" heel pocket for fit. More coverage with crew length. Available Colors: White, Black.
Contains one pair of Donatella strap cushions, one pair of Giovanna toe cushions, and one pair of Alba open toe cushions. The Donatella strap cushion and Alba toe cushion both prevent chafing and irritation from straps. Donatella can be placed in the inside of your shoe straps while the Alba adheres to the top of the shoe. Giovanna has a pointed toe shape and also adheres to the top of the shoe to prevent blisters, skin abrasions and irritation. Accepted by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA).
This low-carb diet book is geared towards diabetics. An engineer by training, Bernstein pioneered blood glucose self-monitoring and the tight control of blood sugar that is now accepted as the standard treatment of diabetes....
A lifetime of sound and easy advice on healthy eating from the world's foremost authority on food and nutritionThe choices you make every day about food, nutrition, and health can have a major impact on your life. To find the most reliable nutrition information and positive advice for achieving optimal health, look no further--this comprehensive book from the American Dietetic Association explains...
A pocket-size version of the bestselling Exchange Lists that's perfect for taking to the grocery store, out to eat, or anywhere. Newly updated with expanded food lists and carbohydrate counts for every food, including fast foods, combination foods, and desserts....
Diabetic Eye Disease: A Comprehensive Review details all aspects of how diabetes mellitus affects the entire eye. Epidemiology; pathogenesis; as well as the effect on the orbit, cornea, lens, retina, and optic nerve are covered inside this unique resource.Dr. Alejandro Espaillat discusses diabetes mellitus and the optic nerve complications that can occur, and introduces the most current information regarding diabetic eye disease. Included inside the pages of Diabetic Eye Disease are the latest studies, medications, and treatment protocols for diabetic retinopathy and macular edema.Features Include:• Clinical photographs and illustrations of how the disease can be manifested at every stage and location within the eye• Guidelines and step-by-step details on the management of cataract surgery in the diabetic patient• Latest state-of-the-art medical diagnosis, therapeutics, instrumentation, and surgical techniques• Discussion of telemedicine as an effective tool against blindness due to diabetic eye diseaseA breakthrough resource on its topic, Diabetic Eye Disease: A Comprehensive Review reaches out to a wide audience of ophthalmologists, retinal specialists, residents, and optometrists with the most current information and advances available.
An innovative approach to losing weight shows chronic dieters how to restore their intuition about how much food their bodies need, how to rediscover the delights of food, how to discover their natural weight, and how to lose weight naturally, with new sections on eating disorders and step-by-step guidelines for following the ten principles of Intuitive Eating.
Busy People's Diabetic Cookbook is the answer for everyone who wants to eat healthier without sacrificing what is most important to them - delicious flavor! These recipes are not just for those people with diabetes, but everyone in the family can enjoy these healthy and well-balanced recipes.
Diabetes is becoming a national epidemic. The number of new cases diagnosed increased by 25% from 878,000 in 1997 to 1,104,000 in 2,000. Today 18.2 million people in the U.S. - 6.3% of the population - have diabetes. Shockingly, adult onset diabetes is now being diagnosed in children.
Sometimes when one member of a family is diagnosed with diabetes, two meals are made - one for the person with diabetes and one for everyone else. What's terrific about this book is that you would never know by tasting these recipes that they are all within American Diabetic Association's guidelines. They are that good, that delicious, and that amazing!
Diabetic Eye Disease: A Comprehensive Review details all aspects of how diabetes mellitus affects the entire eye. Epidemiology; pathogenesis; as well as the effect on the orbit, cornea, lens, retina, and optic nerve are covered inside this unique resource.Dr. Alejandro Espaillat discusses diabetes mellitus and the optic nerve complications that can occur, and introduces the most current information regarding diabetic eye disease. Included inside the pages of Diabetic Eye Disease are the latest studies, medications, and treatment protocols for diabetic retinopathy and macular edema.Features Include:• Clinical photographs and illustrations of how the disease can be manifested at every stage and location within the eye• Guidelines and step-by-step details on the management of cataract surgery in the diabetic patient• Latest state-of-the-art medical diagnosis, therapeutics, instrumentation, and surgical techniques• Discussion of telemedicine as an effective tool against blindness due to diabetic eye diseaseA breakthrough resource on its topic, Diabetic Eye Disease: A Comprehensive Review reaches out to a wide audience of ophthalmologists, retinal specialists, residents, and optometrists with the most current information and advances available.
"The second edition of Macular Surgery has been completely rewritten to reflect diagnostic and therapeutic point of view. Macular surgery has been most dramatically impacted by the development of smaller instrumentation allowing surgery to be performed more rapidly and with less morbidity. The continued advancement of ocular coherence tomography has allowed the surgeon greater insight into diseases of the vitreo-macular interface including macular hole, epiretinal membrane, and vitreo-macular traction"--Provided by publisher.
With a focus on giving those diagnosed with macular degeneration the necessary information to make sound treatment choices, this reference aims to answer patients` questions and ease their anxiety. The book provides information on the symptoms, causes, and emotional impact of macular degeneration; how the disease is diagnosed; choosing the right physician; and how to adapt the home and workplace to be ?eye friendly.? In addition, it outlines the newest treatment options, drugs and surgical techniques, ways to slow the progression of the disease, and the importance of nutrition and general fitness on eye health. Written by two doctors with decades of experience treating thousands of patients, it supplies essential facts while affirming that people living with the disease can still enjoy a normal, happy life.
Filled with compiling ideas for living well with vision loss from macular disease, this book`s positive, take-charge approach provides encouragement to both the newly diagnosed and those at later stages of their disease by showing ways to compensate for their declining sight. Featuring photos of special lighting and other aids and insight from the author`s own personal experience with low vision, this oversized handbook is ideally formatted for readers with vision loss by employing the use of large print on glare-resistant paper. Offering reassurance, hope, and personal insight, this revised edition is filled with descriptions of adaptive strategies and assistive technologies. With strong endorsements from medical communities, the book includes an invaluable index and resource list for readers.
This low-carb diet book is geared towards diabetics. An engineer by training, Bernstein pioneered blood glucose self-monitoring and the tight control of blood sugar that is now accepted as the standard treatment of diabetes....
Medical researchers have found that a high-fat, high-sugar diet, combined with environmental pollutants and stress, can lead to a buildup of toxins in the body collectively known as chronic degenerative disease. Here holistic physician Gabriel Cousens addresses the dangers of foods that have been genetically modified, treated with pesticides, microwaved, and irradiated—and presents an alternativ...
Need a quick way to check calories, carbohydrates, and fat? With the more than 17,000 food listings, 200 fast-food chains, & restaurant, plus a new alcohol counter and guide, it's easy to compare foods at a glance. Find hidden calories, fat, and carbohydrates. You'll know which foods to avoid. Better yet, you'll know which ones you can eat and still accomplish your weight and health goals....
Mr. Food is back--with healthier recipes for people with diabetesMr. Food’s Quick & Easy Diabetic Cooking was an instant sensationwhen it was first published in 2000. Now Art Ginsburg, television’sMr. Food, has revised this ADA bestseller to make theserecipes even healthier for people with diabetes. It features morethan 150 delicious Mr. Food recipes, including Marinated SteakNachos, Citrus-Glazed Cornish Hens, and much more!
With more than 250,000 copies sold so far in its previous editions,The New Diabetic Cookbookis a must-have cooking classic for people with diabetes! Newly revised and updated, it contains more than 200 healthful and delicious recipes, as well as the most recent food exchange lists, greatly expanded nutritive tables, and concise information on saturated fat, fiber, and cholesterol. Also new to this fifth edition is a chapter explaining how you can prepare your own mixes for a quick batch of cupcakes, cookies, cakes, or bread.
Scrumptious, healthy, crowd-pleasing recipes for people with diabetes and their loved ones The editors of Diabetic Gourmet Magazine understand that although people with diabetes must carefully monitor their eating habits, they still crave their favorite sweets and savory dishes. Now, with this all-new collection of healthy recipes that are perfect for everyday meals as well as for entertaining, you can enjoy making tasty dishes for yourself, your friends, and your family that are as good for you as they are delicious. The Diabetic Gourmet Cookbook features more than 200 original gourmet recipes complete with detailed nutritional information and diabetic exchanges for easy meal planning. By featuring healthy versions of traditional favorites–from pot roast to macaroni and cheese to banana cream pie–this mouthwatering collection shows how you can safely and effectively eat well if you have diabetes or special dietary needs and still enjoy wonderful food. You’ll find easy-to-prepare recipes for appetizers, soups, salads, breads, desserts, sauces, and more along with a host of healthy cooking techniques–which makes The Diabetic Gourmet Cookbook essential for every health-conscious cook’s kitchen. Pecan Winter Waffles • Huevos Rancheros • Blueberry Blintzes Topped with Lime Crema • Cranberry Apple Muffins • Baked Onion Rings • Brazilian Smoked Black Bean Soup • French Onion Soup • Refreshing Spring Tabbouleh • Spicy Thai Chicken • Crisp Cornmeal-Coated Catfish • Greek Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce • Chicken Francese • Creamy Coleslaw • Ginger-Lime Sugar Snap Peas • Cranberry-Orange Biscotti • Key Lime Cheesecake Squares • Georgia Peach Pie • Baklava • And many more tasty recipes!
This device is used to measure Peak Expiratory Flow (PEF) and Forced Expiratory Volume in 1-second (FEV1) in both children and adults. PEF is the fastest speed air can be blown out of the lungs after inhalation. FEV1 measures the volume after exhaling in 1-second. Peak Flow (PEF) and Forced Expiratory Volume in 1-second (FEV1) measurements can tell how well lungs are breathing by monitoring airflo...
Features one hundred recipes that can help combat high blood pressure, along with advice on the dietary, culinary, and lifestyle changes that are needed in order to reach and sustain normal levels.
Monitor your blood pressure away from home with this convenient blood pressure monitor. This compact digital monitor slips over your wrist like a watch.Monitor your blood pressure away from homeCompact digital monitor slips over your wrist like a watchEasy to read digital LCD displayUser friendly ergonomic designHigh accuracyEasy to wrap wrist cuffCompact design, lightweight, portable and travels almost anywhereEasy and simple operationLow Battery and Error indicatorsReliable oscillometric technologyRecall function (30 sets memory data storage)Display type: Digital form LCD Range: 30 to 280 mm Hg (Pressure), 40-195 beats/min (pulse rate) Accuracy: 3 mm Hg (Pressure), 5-percent (pulse rate) Inflation: Intelligent automatic inflation via pump Power supply: Two (2) AAA batteries Auto power off: 1 minute after last key operation Irregular heart beating (IHB) sign
Three out of five people in the United States have high blood pressure--and these simple diet and lifestyle changes can help save their lives...without medication. High blood pressure puts millions at risk of stroke, heart disease, kidney failure, and vision problems; it`s simply the leading cause of death and disability. Yet this modern-day scourge can easily be controlled through the power of proper diet. This life-saving manual outlines the facts and fallacies surrounding high blood pressure and gives expert, easy-to-follow advice on beating it through smart eating, rather than medication--which can have potentially troublesome side-effects. Best of all, the 50 great-tasting, nutritious recipes will make your new healthy lifestyle an absolute pleasure. Start the day with Banana Cinnamon Muffins. Snack on Smoked Salmon with Celeraic Roulade. At mealtime, enjoy main courses like Chicken and Tarragon Risotto and Spicy Sausage Cassoulet. Saving your life has never been more delicious.
New info on high blood pressure in women, children, and the elderly The fun and easy way to take charge of hypertension and add years to your life! Are you battling high blood pressure? This updated guide explains all the latest breakthroughs in the detection, treatment, and prevention of high blood pressure, helping you determine whether you`re at risk and develop a diet and exercise program to keep your blood pressure at healthy levels. You`ll also find new information on protecting your heart, kidneys, and brain and dealing with secondary high blood pressure. Measure your blood pressure properly Develop a successful treatment plan Improve your lifestyle habits Evaluate new drug therapies Find resources and outside support