Review: An indispensible recipe book for the management and prevention of diabetes!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 22, 2013
Diabetes is a very common problem amongst modern humans, and it is always on the rise as a result of the over-consumption of modern-day processed foods that are overloaded with fats and sugars. This is an amazing collection of nearly 100 inspiring recipes that will allow you to manage your diabetes (or prevent it!), whilst still enjoying tasty, delicious and filling meals.Personally, I have always struggled with my weight, and I have an uncle who has developed diabetes in later life. My mother is pre-diabetic and has had to drastically alter her diet. As a result, I am always aware of this as a distinct possibility for my own future. In the meantime, I want to arm myself with as much information and healthy eating ideas as possible. As they say, knowledge is power! I have recommended this book to both my uncle and my mother too.I love that these recipes cover everything, ie breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and even smoothies and supplements! At the beginning there is a chapter titled "the diabetics shopping list", which is invaluable, and yes, very handy for shopping!! It includes good foods, bad foods, borderline foods and also "free" foods, which are foods that you can eat safely to your hearts content (I regret to say that chocolate cake is not on this list though!).This is indispensible if you suffer from diabetes, or even if you are pre-diabetic. Why not pre-empt it, and start incorporating these recipes now into your daily life? The fact is that these recipes are healthy for people in general, not just for those who suffer from diabetes. This is really a healthy-eating guide in general, and certainly not exclusive to those with diabetes.If you are concerned that you may be at risk, either now or in the future, then it's not a bad idea to get a head start, in order to (hopefully) prevent the development of diabetes. At the very least, you will greatly decrease your chances of developing it, by following this type of diet.This is the second book I have read by John McArthur. I first discovered his books while searching for a guide on another ailment that I required information on, and I'm so glad I did because that lead me to his other excellent books, which are very informative and detailed guides to common medical issues that a large percentage of people suffer from. Highly recommended!!