Sweet Diabetes Learn All About Diabetes And Have Loads Of Fun While Youre Doing It

It is the first book on diabetes to use humor, puzzles, and other playful elements that enable the child to find out to what extent they have retained the information and concepts that are most important for successful diabetes management. DIET: The book tries to demystify the subject of diet by advancing concepts that will be helpful to both parents and children – and without ruling out any type of food, including sweets. EXERCISE: The extreme importance of regular exercise is emphasized. SELF-MANAGEMENT: The book stresses that the child and parent need to check the child''s blood sugar level regularly. HYPERGLYCEMIA AND HYPOGLYCEMIA: The book focuses particular attention on tools and tips for the prevention of both low and high blood sugar. GAMES AND TESTS: The games are a crucial component of the book''s approach, which is based on the principle that the best way to win children over is through playfulness and humor.