Ask Donna Kay, Your Diabetes Lifestyle Coach Donna Kay answers general questions about diabetes. Talk to your doctor for specific medical advice.

• I have Type 1 diabetes. Is your book useful for me?

Q: Is your book geared more towards people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes? -- Mindy

Dear Mindy,

You had asked if the book was more geared for Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. The short answer is, the book is very informative for both.

Having said that, the book is a mix of my personal experiences with type 2 diabetes, combined with medical information and lifestyle advice that is appropriate for anyone with either type of diabetes. The bulk of the book is focused on coming to terms with the disease, and how to integrate diabetes into your life, rather than feeling like you have to fight it all the time. Supporting that premise are several specific examples of how to accomplish daily management goals, along with daily management charts that help you track your progress to see very specifically how your diabetes management is progressing. This allows a patient to best work with their health care team to reach overall great health, even with diabetes.

Thanks so much for sending your question to our web site.
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