Take Charge of Your Diabetes: A Revolutionary Plan for Treating Your Diabetes and Preventing Its Complications

by Sarfraz Zaidi

Though not all physicians are aware of the scientific advances that prove it, most diabetics can now avoid insulin injections and prevent or reverse the deadly complications of their disease. The key is treating the root problem-insulin resistance-instead of focusing on controlling blood sugar levels, an outdated practice that puts patients at greater risk for heart attack and stroke. Take Charge of Your Diabetes showcases the unique plan Dr. Zaidi...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0738210994
• ISBN13: 9780738210995
• Release Date: July 2007
• Publisher: Da Capo Lifelong Books
• Length: 262 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

An excellent education and reference

Dr. Zaidi has written an excellent examination of Diabetes, the causes, and the treatments to give the reader the perspective of a practicing doctor who is leading the field of research and practice. This book will serve any and all patients and family members in terms of education and ability to have a conversation with their doctor(s). The book describes many of the misconceptions that still exist today and the many misinformed decisions doctors make when diagnosing and treating diabetes. The book also examines case studies and human behavior and tendencies to give a more personal related insight to how we slowly develop into the symptoms that lead to diabetes and how patients have recovered. Having this book will arm you with the information to essentially take charge of the disease and to get the best treatment possible. I am a patient of Dr. Zaidi and actually found this book online before I was referred to his practice. I am very lucky to have Dr. Zaidi as my endocrinologist as he is what I would refer to as a 'boots on the ground' doctor who researches and treats the disease every day. I find his perspective extremely insightful on all fronts of treatment, including not only drugs, but supplements, diet, exercise, environment (work/family/stress), behavior, emotions, and alternative approaches to treatment as well. Even if you have been getting treated for some time, I would still recommend this read. You may find some very interesting facts about either why you are getting better or why you are not.

Take charge of your Diabetes by Sarfraz Zaidi, MD

It is very informative book brilliantly written by Dr. Zaidi. It is very helpful for diabetics. I gave it to my brother, 67 years old, who is an insulin dependent diabetic type 2, who also has beginning stages of dementia. His wife found it very helpful and now has a better understanding of the complications and management of diabetes. The daily menus also offer an important guideline for every day care. Definitely a 5 star book.

Great book for anyone who wants to know and control diabetes

A comprehensive book that explains diabetes in detail and different ways to control it. I believe this book is a must for anyone who wants to learn more about diabetes even though he/she may believe they will never use it. This book is well written and is easy to understand for people with no medical background. I have been a patient of Dr. Zaidi and his medical approach used in this book has kept my diabetes under control for many years. I highly recommend the book and the doctor to anyone seeking help with diabetic problems.

Visually well organized which makes it easier to read and to understand the medical terminology.

I am finding this book interesting to read and not dry. It clearly explains what happens in our bodies if we have Insulin Resistant Syndrome or diabetes and what can be done, both medically and holistically. I like that it is easy to read, well organized, and one can quickly move through it. I have learned more than I expected to learn. I thought I had done a lot of research on this subject, but now I am learning the details I have been wanting. I want to get copies for my family members who are resistant to looking at what is happening to them, before it is too late. I think internists should read this, too. I have noticed by talking to others with blood sugar problems that they and their doctors have not heard of Insulin resistant syndrome.

Detailed Practical Info

This is a unique diabetes book. First of all, there are alot of case studies with specific information which illustrate Dr. Zaidi's points. He tells you which drug (and what dose) he used and why and what the result was for the patient. Dr. Zaidi also has a unique, but scientifically sound treatment plan that gets at treating the root cause of diabetes, not just treating symptoms. From this book, you can figure out if your doctor is giving you the optimum treatment for your diabetes. To avoid complications, he tells you which tests you should have and what the results of the test mean. His focus is on treating diabetes as a part of Insulin Resistance Syndrome (Metabolic Syndrome). He explains why it's important to treat all components of insulin resistance in order to effectively treat diabetes. Also, there is specific information on drugs used to treat diabetes as well as information on herbs and vitamins. This book really does give you an immense amount of practical information, but it is easy to digest and understand.