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Dr. Bernstein's Diabetes Solution: The Complete Guide to Achieving Normal Blood Sugars Hardcover – Illustrated, November 1, 2011

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Originally published in 1997, DR. BERNSTEIN'S DIABETES SOLUTION is a unique resource that covers both adult- and childhood-onset diabetes, explains step-by-step how to normalize blood sugar levels and prevent or reverse complications, and offers detailed guidelines for establishing a treatment plan. Readers will find fifty gourmet recipes, in addition to a comprehensive discussion of diet, obesity, and new drugs to curb carbohydrate craving and overeating.

Now in its fourth edition, the book presents up-to-the-minute information on insulin resistance, blood-testing devices, measuring blood sugar, new types of insulin, gastroparesis and other issues, as well as updated diet guidelines. DR. BERNSTEIN'S DIABETES SOLUTION is the one book every diabetic must own.
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"Dr. Bernstein is a true pioneer in developing practical approaches to controlling a devastating disease that is growing at epidemic proportions in this country. This book should be in the library of every diabetic patient, and especially physicians who treat diabetes."―Barry Sears, PhD, author of The Zone

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Richard K. Bernstein, MD, is one of the world's foremost experts in diabetes treatment and care. He is the author of six books about diabetes, including The Diabetes Diet. Dr. Bernstein is the emeritus director of the Peripheral Vascular Disease Clinic at Jacobi Medical Center, an instructor at New York Medical College, fellow of the American College of Nutrition, and as a consultant to the Department of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. An attending physician at North Bronx Healthcare Network, he also maintains a private practice in Mamaroneck, NY, where he lives.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Little, Brown Spark; Revised edition (November 1, 2011)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 560 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0316182699
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0316182690
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.8 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.5 x 2.05 x 9.75 inches
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A Must Read for Anyone Managing Diabetes
This book should be recommended to everyone upon diagnosis. It is the most comprehensive and informative diabetes book I've found. The information provided has been a complete game-changer for our Type 1 child and our only regret is that we didn't find it sooner! The 1.5 years we spent following the American Diabetes Association recommended dietary guidelines was full of fear of falling BG's leading to scary hypos, and frustration at the super spikes we saw after meals that would not come down despite correction after correction. It was a roller coaster, and not a fun one. It was exhausting. The information in Dr. Bernstein's book made so much sense and we knew we had to at least give his methods a try. We committed to one full week eating according to his recommendation. After one day, we were sold. Please see my photo in the customer images. We followed an exact diet provided by the nutritionist that was "perfectly balanced for a diabetic" for one full day. Then went 100% Bernstein the next day. The results were incredible. Now, our worst BG day graphs looks way better than the average T1's BEST days! No more scary hypos on the regular, no more super stubborn highs that cannot be explained, no more up and down arrows on the Dexcom indicating rapid change in BG's. Now, we can enjoy life and activities with confidence that our child's BG will not plummet. We all get more sleep! Grades have gone up, less class time is missed, attitude has improved, and the cloud of depression lifting.Our whole family has converted to this way of eating and the whole family (non-diabetics included) has seen improved health. Of course there are challenges with this way of eating (as with anything) but I would take these challenges any day over the ones we experienced when managing her diabetes per the ADA recommendations.You owe it to yourself to give this method a try. Commit for a week and then decide whether it's for you before shooting it down as sounding too extreme. And just know, it gets easier as you continue when the carb cravings get less and your body detoxes and adjusts to it's new energy source (about 3 weeks). There are very supportive groups online of other families following Dr. Bernstein's recommendations who can provide a lot of guidance. You can also check out Dr. Bernstein's "Diabetes University" video clips on YouTube. They are short and topic-specific.And, even if you decide not to follow his advice, you will come away from the book with more tools in your toolbox, and more knowledge about the disease, and that will help you on your journey. It's worth reading and comes highly recommended. The photo I uploaded speaks for itself!
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Bob Butella
5.0 out of 5 stars Live Long and Healthy with Diabetes
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2024
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This is the most comprehensive book that will help Type 1 diabetics like me and for parents that have type 1 diabetic children. It provides a comprehensive education on what you need to know about insulins, hypoglycemia, and how to educate those who are friends, workers, associates of a type 1 diabetic. Because the book was last revised in 2011, a few parts may be outdated BUT the information is invaluable. For anyone who has Type 1 diabetes, this is an education that you will not get from your doctor. If you follow the advice in this book you will save your eyesight, your feet and legs, and avoid early death from cardiovascular disease caused by elevated blood sugar levels. If you can follow his advice on keeping your blood sugars near normal you can have live a long and normal life but it does take work.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bernstein’s book lays a simple foundation; plus informs greatly about meds and complications
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2024
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This is a book about how best o manage blood glucose — hint: lower carb diet, higher protein. And he lays out the case very well. And for many people who choose to follow his core principals of “small inputs, small mistakes” it will ring true.

But he also delves into topics of complications of diabetes, how to use insulin and other meds. The value of exercise, and which specific kinds of foods to choose or avoid.

No diabetes educator or physician has ever taught me as much as Dr Bernstein’s book and his companion YouTube videos. This being a book, is never going to be up to date on the latest technologies or medications. He recommends Levemir, for example, in the book but now recommends Tresiba (Levemir slated to be discontinued in 2024).

This book is derided by people who “love” their carbs, and cannot fault anyone who deals with diabetes, maybe especially Type 1. But his goal is absolutely normal glucose to avoid, and possibly repair, the complications of diabetic glucose levels.
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A. Jensen
5.0 out of 5 stars Best book for type 1 diabetics to educate themselves on normalizing blood sugars. Hands down!
Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2023
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I bought the original book in late 1997 after being diagnosed for type 1 diabetes in July of 1997. It, to put it lightly, was a life changer, and a life saver. Dr. Bernstein's methods were so different from all the "educators" I had the "pleasure" of dealing with after my diagnosis. Still, to this day, do I rarely meet a Doctor who would put me through all the tests, and show me how to eat and manage my diabetes for normal blood sugars. The information on how the body works should be taught to every school age child in the USA. This information would go a long way to mitigating the obesity epidemic in our country. IMHO. If you know what the pancreas does, and the role of insulin in fat building in the body, then you understand all you need to know to cut the fat, and build the lean.
I've explained this to i don't know how many people over the last 26 years, and have rarely found any who would take it to heart, and do what is necessary to lose the fat, and get in shape. Most will just talk about it, and forget it soon afterward. Even the other type 1's I've been fortunate to meet in person, will balk at this routine. It is not easy, but the rewards are astronomical.
Highly recommended to all who suffer from Diabetes, and to those who just want to learn more about the illness, and those who would like to understand better how the body builds fat and disease over the long term.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Classic Bible of Low Carb Diabetes Care
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2024
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Fabulous book. I just bought it for my local physician who wanted a copy. I am an MD and a patient of Dr. Bernstein. I can tell you that this IS THE BOOK for achieving normal blood sugars and avoiding complications. Totally sound diabetes advice. Get off the ADA roller-coaster and and achieve fabulous glucose control. It will change your life.
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Goldenmom
4.0 out of 5 stars KNOWLEDGE IS POWER...GREAT RESULTS CONTINUE!
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2012
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HAVING BEEN A TYPE II DIABETIC FOR 20 YEARS & TAKING INSULIN, I *THOUGHT* I KNEW A LOT. ***Dr. Bernstein's Diabetes Solution: The Complete Guide to Achieving Normal Blood Sugar*** will empower the diabetes patient. It is *not* just cutting back on carbohydrates but is a well-rounded approach which explains a lot. The results I have experienced following this book in just the first few weeks, were REMARKABLE. It's not just wishful thinking. I use a smartphone app to track my glucose (checked up to 5 times per day) and weight. For the past 3 years, I have been seen at the diabetes clinic of a highly regarded university-affiliated healthcare facility. When I had a very high glucose spike which occurred at the same time each day, I was told, "Well, that just means you need to take more insulin before that meal." WRONG! My goal is to take less insulin, not more. That started me on a journey to learn what I could do for myself. I found information specific to my problem in DR. BERSTEIN'S DIABETES SOLUTION, and it worked...immediately. In the weeks since I implemented the book's methods, I have lost weight (a nice bonus)and achieved a good average BG level. Successful management involves knowing how your body responds to different foods, understanding medications, and just developing good habits. I am not a highly disciplined person. If you invest in reading DR. BERSTEIN'S DIABETES SOLUTION, and closely monitor your BG to gain an understanding of your body, this system will be of great benefit. ***4 stars instead of 5 stars simply because there are still a very few things related to medication delivery and artificial sweeteners that can still be updated, otherwise this book is AWESOME!

**UPDATE NOV2012** At the most recent visit to the Endocrinology Clinic, my A1C is down to 6.4%; down from 7.9% earlier in the year and a previous high of 11%. I have also lost 15 lbs. The endocrinologist decreased my insulin dose but scoffed at the idea that my blood sugar is significantly impacted by carbohydrates & other factors. He DID NOT WANT TO DISCUSS AN INDIVIDUALIZED APPROACH TO DIABETES MANAGEMENT. (will be looking for a new doctor) I manage most meals to 15-35 carbohydrates, along with consistency in medication timing and regular meals, and have never felt deprived. (The ADA recommends about twice as many, which is disastrous for me) Despite an undeniable improvement in A1C, weight loss and and overall good lab reports, this doctor told me I need to eat more carbohydrates. He couldn't articulate a benefit.
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mel
5.0 out of 5 stars Book every diabetic should read
Reviewed in Canada on November 29, 2022
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I've been a Type 1 diabetic for 35 years and Dr. Bernstein book covered dozens of topics that I never knew about or considered. His diabetic diet is a challenge, but if you can do it, you'll see your blood sugars even out and your A1C results go down closer to non-diabetic levels.

This book is not just for Type 1 diabetics. Bernstein provides much information that Type 2 diabetics should know (and that your doctor may not).
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5.0 out of 5 stars Better than a doctors appointement
Reviewed in Germany on February 4, 2024
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If you want to better your health all you have to do is follow this books instructions.

As a type 1 diabetic, this book rly changed the way I look at food.

And I've never been healthier and more fitness focused than ever.
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Miguel Fidalgo
5.0 out of 5 stars Grande Trabalho.
Reviewed in Spain on April 10, 2023
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Uma opinião limpa e uma história simples. Tudo Faz sentido e entendo o que se escreve. Fundamental para qualquer pessoa viver plenamente e com Saúde.
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Paul Freeth
5.0 out of 5 stars Get back control of your blood sugars.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 28, 2022
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I've been a Type 1 Diabetic for 28 years and have controlled my blood sugars up until now by balancing carbohydrate intake with short acting Insulin. My HbA1C reading at check up, I have been told, since diagnosis have been good but in order to achieve this using some high carbohydrate foods is nigh on impossible with any consistency and even if you can do it, you will only do it with large spikes in your blood sugars. In the long run this leads to complications. I decided to give a low carb, high protein diet a go and immediately felt the benefits, recording controlled blood sugars within my achievable range circa currently 95% of the time. With average blood glucose falling to circa 6.5% (I now know this will go lower with time) I bought Dr Bernstein's book to improve my understanding of how a low carb diet will help and to understand what sort of balanced diet to build to help my condition. Dr Bernstein does a great job of explaining the basics and why what you eat will impact your blood sugars. If you are serious about controlling your Diabetes, then this is a must read book. If you follow its wisdom closely, you will find most of the answers needed to help control your blood sugars.
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silvia
5.0 out of 5 stars Vademecum per diabetici
Reviewed in Italy on May 23, 2022
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Questo libro dovrebbero farlo leggere ai diabetici per legge. È impensabile che un diabetico non legga per filo e per segno quanto questo medico scrive avendolo provato sulla sua pelle ogni giorno della sua vita. Nessun medico dovrebbe mettere mano su un diabetico senza averlo letto.
È esclusivamente in inglese. Ma oggi non è un problema. Lo parliamo tutti.
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