Lifestyle Prescription for Diabetes and Prediabetes

Book excerpt: This book provides an in-depth and comprehensive guide on how to prevent, manage, and potentially reverse diabetes, drawing on scientific evidence and years of clinical practice. In this book, you will learn about the "5C lifestyle program", which integrates all evidence pieces into five basic components, promoting sustainable lifestyle changes. 1. The first C focuses on conditioning for change by addressing an individual's belief system and relationship with food. 2. The second C emphasizes choosing, cooking, and eating real food. 3. The third C helps you create your personalized meal plan by changing your food portions and proportions to optimize your blood glucose. 4. The fourth C encourages you to count on Active Movement, Sound Sleep, and Relaxation techniques to manage diabetes and its complications effectively. 5. The fifth C capitalizes on technology that makes life easier, such as blood glucose monitoring devices and mobile applications. Overall, this book offers a well-rounded and comprehensive approach to managing diabetes that promotes sustainable lifestyle changes for long-term success.