Reviews"This excellent introduction for readers recently diagnosed with (or at risk for) prediabetes will also interest readers with other forms of insulin resistance." -- Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW "Whether readers are looking for a prediabetes diet plan or for a no-nonsense strategy to better health, this book delivers." -- Publishers Weekly "At long last--a practical, positive, and informative guide for people who have prediabetes. The Prediabetes Diet Plan reflects Hillary Wright's long-standing expertise as a registered dietitian and educator. Her book is engaging, taking complex topics and making them easily understandable. The positive, upbeat nature of Hillary's book will empower and encourage anyone who is struggling to prevent diabetes and live a healthier life. It's a must-have resource for anyone who's at risk for developing type 2 diabetes." --Amy P. Campbell, MS, RD, CDE, manager, Clinical Education Programs, Joslin Diabetes Center "Readers are likely to discover the answers to any questions they may have about prediabetes in this book. But it's Hillary Wright's advice on making lifestyle changes that's the real value here. Hillary provides readers with important and practical suggestions on how and what lifestyle changes are important for the prevention of diabetes. The message to the reader is--read and do!" --Marion J. Franz, MS, RD, CDE, diabetes educator and nutrition/health consultant at Nutrition Concepts by Franz, Inc., Early praise for The Pre-Diabetes Diet Plan : "This excellent introduction for readers recently diagnosed with (or at risk for) prediabetes will also interest readers with other forms of insulin resistance."-- Library Journal , STARRED REVIEW "Whether readers are looking for a prediabetes diet plan or for a no-nonsense strategy to better health, this book delivers."-- Publishers Weekly, "This excellent introduction for readers recently diagnosed with (or at risk for) prediabetes will also interest readers with other forms of insulin resistance." -- Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW "Whether readers are looking for a prediabetes diet plan or for a no-nonsense strategy to better health, this book delivers." --Publishers Weekly "At long last--a practical, positive, and informative guide for people who have prediabetes. The Prediabetes Diet Plan reflects Hillary Wright's long-standing expertise as a registered dietitian and educator. Her book is engaging, taking complex topics and making them easily understandable. The positive, upbeat nature of Hillary's book will empower and encourage anyone who is struggling to prevent diabetes and live a healthier life. It's a must-have resource for anyone who's at risk for developing type 2 diabetes." -- Amy P. Campbell, MS, RD, CDE, manager, Clinical Education Programs, Joslin Diabetes Center "Readers are likely to discover the answers to any questions they may have about prediabetes in this book. But it's Hillary Wright's advice on making lifestyle changes that's the real value here. Hillary provides readers with important and practical suggestions on how and what lifestyle changes are important for the prevention of diabetes. The message to the reader is--read and do!" -- Marion J. Franz, MS, RD, CDE, diabetes educator and nutrition/health consultant at Nutrition Concepts by Franz, Inc., "This excellent introduction for readers recently diagnosed with (or at risk for) prediabetes will also interest readers with other forms of insulin resistance." -- Library Journal (starred review) "Whether readers are looking for a prediabetes diet plan or for a no-nonsense strategy to better health, this book delivers." --Publishers Weekly "At long last--a practical, positive, and informative guide for people who have prediabetes. The Prediabetes Diet Plan reflects Hillary Wright's long-standing expertise as a registered dietitian and educator. Her book is engaging, taking complex topics and making them easily understandable. The positive, upbeat nature of Hillary's book will empower and encourage anyone who is struggling to prevent diabetes and live a healthier life. It's a must-have resource for anyone who's at risk for developing type 2 diabetes." -- Amy P. Campbell, MS, RDN, CDE, manager, Clinical Education Programs, Joslin Diabetes Center "Readers are likely to discover the answers to any questions they may have about prediabetes in this book. But it's Hillary Wright's advice on making lifestyle changes that's the real value here. Hillary provides readers with important and practical suggestions on how and what lifestyle changes are important for the prevention of diabetes. The message to the reader is--read and do!" -- Marion J. Franz, MS, RDN, CDE, diabetes educator and nutrition/health consultant at Nutrition Concepts by Franz, Inc.
Table Of ContentForeword Acknowledgments Introduction Part 1: Defining Prediabetes and Its Causes Chapter 1: Understanding Prediabetes Chapter 2: Insulin Resistance Explained Part 2: The Prediabetes Diet Plan: Preventing Diabetes Chapter 3: Managing Your Carbohydrate Intake to Reverse Prediabetes Chapter 4: Building a Balanced Plate: Carb-Distributed Diet Approach 1 Chapter 5: Carbohydrate Counting: Carb-Distributed Diet Approach 2 Chapter 6: The Details of Counting Carbohydrates Chapter 7: Making It Happen: Meals and Snacks Part 3: Reversing Prediabetes Through Weight Loss, a Heart-Healthy Diet, and Exercise Chapter 8: The Prediabetes-Obesity Connection Chapter 9: Reducing Your Risk of Cardiovascular Disease Chapter 10: Exercise: Time to Take It Seriously Part 4: Fine-Tuning the Prediabetes Diet Plan Chapter 11: Sensible Supplementation Chapter 12: Mastering the Market: An Aisle-by-Aisle Shopping Guide Chapter 13: Considerations When Dining Out Part 5: Preventing Diabetes with a Healthy Mind-Set Chapter 14: Managing Emotions for Success Chapter 15: Devising Your Own Prediabetes Diet Plan Appendix 1: Sample Meal Plans Appendix 2: Food Journal Resources Notes About the Author Index
SynopsisA practical, empowering guide to managing and reversing prediabetes through diet and exercise, from a registered dietitian--now revised and updated for 2024! Affecting 96 million Americans, prediabetes often develops into full-blown type 2 diabetes, one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Increasingly diagnosed by doctors, prediabetes is a condition in which blood sugar levels are elevated, but not yet high enough to be labeled diabetes. While diabetes cannot be cured, prediabetes can be reversed, so it is critical to take action at an early stage. In straightforward, jargon-free language, The Prediabetes Diet Plan explains insulin resistance (the underlying cause of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes) and offers a comprehensive strategy of diet and lifestyle change, which has been proven more effective than medication. With sections on meal planning, grocery shopping, dining out, supplements, and exercise, this book empowers you to make healthier everyday choices that can effect real change on your insulin levels and overall well-being., A practical, empowering guide to managing and reversing prediabetes through diet and exercise, from a registered dietitian. Affecting 79 million Americans, prediabetes often develops into full-blown type 2 diabetes, one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Increasingly diagnosed by doctors, prediabetes is a condition in which blood sugar levels are elevated, but not yet high enough to be labeled diabetes. While diabetes cannot be cured, prediabetes can be reversed, so it is critical to take action at an early stage. In straightforward, jargon-free language, The Prediabetes Diet Plan explains insulin resistance (the underlying cause of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes) and offers a comprehensive strategy of diet and lifestyle change, which has been proven more effective than medication. With sections on meal planning, grocery shopping, dining out, supplements, and exercise, this book empowers you to make healthier everyday choices that can effect real change on your insulin levels and overall well-being.