Diabetes mellitus is a common disorder where the body is no longer able to regulate blood glucose levels correctly owing to defects in insulin secretion or action. While some people require treatment with insulin, many are able to control their diabetes through management of diet, e.g. by decreasing the fat intake and increasing the amount of fibre. This book provides an up-to-date review of the dietary management of diabetes looking at general topics, such as the metabolic principles of nutrition, as well as more specific topics, such as nutritional management of diabetic children, pregnant women and the elderly. A specialist text on the nutritional management of diabetes A practical book, useful in clinical practice Written by well respected clinicians within the field

Evaluating treatment and prevention strategies Over the next decade, the global number of people with diabetes and at risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease is expected to grow by 25%, largely driven by the rising prevalence of obesity and inactivity. The problem is especially serious in Asia, where the WHO predicts that in less than a decade, 60% of the worldwide population with diabetes will be found. In order to avoid that the disease turns into a huge economic burden, individuals at risk must be identified, and prevention and suitable treatment interventions implemented. Conceding that the optimal diet for diabetes has yet to be defined and that nutrition and lifestyle management must be individualized to enhance the potential for a successful outcome, this publication examines the impact of lifestyle - which includes both nutritional management and physical activity - in the prevention and treatment of diabetes. Among the topics addressed are the dysmetabolic syndrome, glycemic effect of carbohydrates, glycemic control and beyond, diabetes in the life cycle as well as the role of drugs and dietary therapy. Written by leading experts in the field, the papers collected in this publication contain a wealth of information for nutritionists, dietitians, physicians and epidemiologists.

Nutritional Management of Renal Disease, Fourth Edition, offers in-depth reviews of the metabolic and nutritional disorders prevalent in patients with renal disease and serves as an in-depth reference source concerning nutrition and kidney disease. This classic translational reference provides correct diagnosis - and therefore correct treatment - of renal, metabolic, and nutritional disorders. Nephrologists, diebetologists, endocrinologists, dieticians, and nutritionists depend on a strong understanding of the molecular basis for the disease. This fourth edition includes thorough new case reports, offering expert advice on how to use the latest research and clinical findings in counseling patients about dietary and lifestyle options. Readers gain insight into which treatments, medications, and diets to use based on the history, progression, and genetic make-up of a patient. - Includes the latest comprehensive KDOQI clinical practice guidelines for the nutritional management of kidney disease from the National Kidney Foundation and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, covering recommendations for each essential nutrient, as well as for some nonessential nutrients - Presents a comprehensive, translational look at all aspects of metabolic and nutritional disorders in one reference - Provides a common language for nephrologists, nutritionists, endocrinologists, and other interested physicians to assimilate information and discuss the underlying research and translation of best practices for the nutritional management and prevention of renal disease - Saves clinicians and researchers time in quickly accessing the very latest details on nutritional practice as opposed to searching through thousands of journal articles

MANAGEMENT OF DIABETES MELLITUS is a comprehensive approach to diabetes care across the life span. It is distinctive in its interdisciplinary approach to diabetes self-management, its focus on patient care and education appropriate to developmental stage, and emphasis on the team approach to care with the patient as the primary team member. The text is divided into four main parts: a clinical overview of the components of diabetes care, special issues in diabetes management, diabetes care and education, and management of diabetes across the life span.

"Edited and designed especially for use by the non-specialist clinician, this handy manual provides an effective distillation of the clinical content from Ellenberg, & Rifkin's Diabetes Mellitus - one of the most trusted resources in the literature. Nowhere else can you find such up-to-date practical and accessible information on this important disease and its complications."--BOOK JACKET.

Nutritional Management of the Surgical Patient Manage patient diet and nutrition with this comprehensive guide Nutritional Management of the Surgical Patient provides the first comprehensive evidence-based overview of the nutritional and dietary therapies for surgical patients. It takes clinicians through every stage of surgery, from pre-operative and immediate post-operative care, through to long term recovery and survivorship. This book describes the impact of surgical procedures and their complications and the effect these have on nutritional status as well as the nutritional strategies utilised to manage patients in these settings. The result is a valuable survey of this essential aspect of surgery. Nutritional Management of the Surgical Patient features case studies which capture both typical patients and the more unusual cases to help clinicians understand the impact of nutrition in both circumstances. The textbook also details a range of surgical procedures to support underpinning knowledge of the mechanism behind nutritional intervention. Readers will also find: Consideration in each chapter of both short- and long-term nutritional management Discussion of potential long-term complications such as small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, bile acid diarrhoea, micronutrient deficiencies and osteoporosis Questions to support consolidation of knowledge and promote understanding in clinical context Nutritional Management of the Surgical Patient is a must-have for surgeons, surgical dietitians, trainees and all healthcare professionals involved in the care of surgical patients.

Abstract: An authoritative handbook for physicians, surgeons, dietitians, and nurses involved in nutritional management offers practical summaries of current practices in nutrition from the point of view of both medical science and practical dietetics. The 39 overview papers comprising the text are organized among 14 topic areas, including normal nutrition, specialized diets (vegetarian, kosher), nutritional assessment, nutritional needs (in children, infants and pregnancy), and food allergies; transitional diets; enteral alimentation; parenteral feeding; caloric modifications for weight gain and loss; carbohydrate disorders; fat, protein, mineral, and fiber modified diets and their applications; specialized diets for the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders, childhood epilepsy, and inborn metabolic errors; and the effects of alcoholic intake. Numerous data tables are presented throughout the text and a bibliography is given at the end of each paper. (wz).

This popular resource delivers a "balanced diet" of nutrition information, providing all the knowledge you need on nutrients, nutrition in wellness, and diet therapy. It presents a concise overview of the basic nutrients, with just the right amount of biochemistry. And, it offers you insights into the issues encountered in practice - such as nutrition support, sports nutrition, and nutrition for clients with disabilities.

Here is solid, practical advice with information on classification systems and diagnostic criteria, management techniques, step-by-step instructions for glucose testing, exchange system guidelines, dietary and soluble and insoluble fiber values for foods, detailed information on carbohydrate's influence on blood glucose, and more. Included are tables, charts, graphs, diagrams, and practice aids.