The Buena Salud Guide to Diabetes and Your Life

"In this book what I want to share with you is how to make your life better and easier. Regardless of whether you or someone you care about has diabetes or you are trying to do whatever you can to reduce the chances that you get diabetes, this book is for you. Rather than just giving you information, the goal of this book is to give you a new starting point for your life."

—From the Introduction by Dr. Jane L. Delgado

Featuring the stories of people living with diabetes, this invaluable guide explains everything readers need to know about the condition that has touched the lives of most Hispanic families

the factors that contribute to developing diabetes and how to prevent it
the types and evolving definitions of diabetes
treatment options, including medication and changes in lifestyle and diet
Dr. Delgado's 10-point, life-changing program for avoiding or controlling diabetes
a quick reference guide on diabetes facts, terms, and diagnostic tests
key questions for your health provider
tools to help you monitor your own health