The Thinking Person's Guide to Diabetes: The Draznin Plan

by Boris Draznin

Overview

Based on his successful treatment of thousands of diabetic patients for over 30 years, Dr. Draznin has developed a specific and easy-to-follow plan that combines increased physical activity with critical dietary restrictions. His scientific expertise as one of the nation's leading diabetologists shines through in his descriptions of how body weight is regulated and what we can do to impact these regulatory mechanisms. Dr. Draznin's clinical experience is evident in his inclusion of real life cases as well as his emphasis on practical advice.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780190450960
Publisher:	Oxford University Press
Publication date:	06/12/2008
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	693 KB

Table of Contents

Chapter 1	A Letter to My Reader	1
Chapter 2	An Introductory Case	9
Chapter 3	Our Weight in Numbers	17
Chapter 4	The Law of Conservation of Energy	31
Chapter 5	The Draznin Mile: A New Concept of Exercise	41
Chapter 6	Insulin, Production and Storage of Energy, and Regulation of Weight	53
Chapter 7	A Person Does Not Lose Weight by Diet Alone	69
Chapter 8	A Tale of Two Brothers	83
Chapter 9	Treatment of Obesity	95
Chapter 10	The Draznin Calorie: A Better Way to Diet	113
Chapter 11	Practical Advice	123
Chapter 12	Case Studies and a Treatment Plan for Mr. K	147
Chapter 13	Recommendations Based on Ten Draznin Rules of Life	167
Chapter 14	Frequently Asked Questions	173
	Index	185