Type 1 Diabetes for the Newly Diagnosed: What to Expect, What To Do, How to Thrive

By: Ariel Warren RDN, CD, CDCES

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Synopsis: Manage type 1 diabetes with confidence and ease Getting diagnosed with type 1 diabetes is unsettling news, but know that your life will still be rich and full of joy post-diagnosis. In Type 1 Diabetes for the Newly Diagnosed, you'll discover the answers to the questions you didn't ask at the doctor's office and get a glimpse into what life will look like for you and your family now and further into the future. This all-encompassing guide on coming to terms and living with type 1 diabetes is packed with helpful information to assist you in these early days. From tracking your blood sugar to counting carbs, you'll find everything you need to live healthfully with assurance and calm. Type 1 Diabetes for the Newly Diagnosed includes: Practical guidance—Learn how to ride out the ups and downs of the honeymoon phase and everyday blood sugar management. Your questions answered—Each chapter closes with an informative FAQ section to answer any lingering concerns you may have. Real stories—Read about the experiences of real-life diabetics, who present a realistic picture of living with type 1 diabetes. You can live a plentiful life after being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes—this book shows you how.