Amazon Category:  Health/Wellness Publisher: Henry Holt & Company, Inc. ISBN-10:  0805038841 Type: Non-Fiction Pages: 204 Copyright: Feb 1 1999 An up-beat, take-charge daily health care manual for the diabetic. Dr. Juliano's book pulls no punches about the seriousness of diabetes; he has been blind for fifteen years due to his disease and he draws on his own experience to offer hard-won day-to-day advice. He discusses insulin and other medications and stresses the importance of self-home blood-glucose monitoring, exercise, and good nutrition. He is honest about possible long-term complications to the diabetic eye, kidney, and vascular systems, and problems such as male pattern baldness and erectile dysfunction. Above all, he believes in positive thinking to help the diabetic live well. There are a resource guide, bibliography, and selected readings. About the Author An insulin-dependent diabetic for thirty-six years, Dr. Joseph Juliano is also the coauthor of The Diabetic's Innovative Cookbook (Owl Books, ISBN: 0805037853, $14.95). He lives in central Texas.

Editorial Review: Irene E. Ralske, Senior R & D Chemist, Health Care Products, High Tech Pharmacal
Dr. Juliano's book is a must read for both female and male diabetics. It gives a great sense of empathy and encouragement far above the usual text book approach.

Ingram
In a guide prepared specifically for the male diabetic, the coauthor of the acclaimed The Diabetic's Innovative Cookbook shows the diabetic how to manage his daily and long-term health care and explains why those with diabetes must use extra vigilance to avoid infections to live and full and healthy life.