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Diabetes For Dummiesby Alan L. Rubin; Sarah Jarvis
John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. 2011; US$ 26.50Don't just survive - thrive! That's the message of this state-of-the-art guide to diabetes management. From causes, symptoms and side effects to treatments and diet, this book will help British diabetics understand all types of diabetes and delivers sound advice on staying fit and feeling great. The best-selling second edition has been updated to cover key information on managing pre-diabetes, plus new content on screening tests, medications and lifestyle advice. With additional information on the latest advances in therapy for diabetes and its complications, this new edition will make sure you're covered from every aspect. more...
Thyroid Powerby Richard Shames; Karilee H. Shames
HarperCollins US 2009; US$ 10.99Fatigue; weight gain; depression; arthritis; high cholestrol; low sex drive; skin, digestive, and female problems; abnormal blood pressure -- all may be symptoms of low thyroid, one of the most misdiagnosed disorders in America. Thyroid Power can help you determine whether you're one of the millions who suffer from low thyroid. It discusses food, vitamins, and natural remedies that support thyroid health;explains how to avoid environmental and emotional triggers; and offers tips from thyroid support groups. By following this clear 10-step program and working with your health practitioner, you can channel the incredible power of your thyroid into greater health and well-being. more...
Type 2 Diabetesby Patrick English; Gareth Williams
Informa Healthcare 2001; US$ 99.95This pocket-sized paperback provides accessible information on the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes related conditions. Compact and concise, each book is well-illustrated with colour photographs, line diagrams and tables. more...
Clinical Management of Hypertension in Diabetes: Pocketbookby Anthony H. Barnett
Informa Healthcare 2002; US$ 100.00This volume covers diabetes and vascular disease, hypertension and other risk factors, the evidence base for treatment of hypertension in diabetes, and the diagnosis and assessment of hypertension in the diabetic patient. more...
Lipids and Atherosclerosis Annual 2001by Allan Gaw; James Shepherd
Informa Healthcare 2003; US$ 84.95Given the continuing development of new statins and their increasing, beneficial use in clinical practice and given the importance of clinical research into the atherosclerotic plaque and its role in cardiovascular and endovascular diseases, given the immense advances in animal and human studies that have taken place over the past few years at a steadily increasing pace, Gaw and Shepherd have chosen topics on lipids and atherosclerosis, which are of current interest for researchers and clinicians alike. Therefore, the need for a frequent up-to-date review of these advances is obvious. more...
Mitochondriaby Immo E. Scheffler
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 179.95Mitochondria are complex organelles, possessing inner and outer membranes and even their own DNA. A typical cell contains 800 mitochondria, termed the "powerhouse of the cell", playing a central role in metabolism, respiration, and ATF production. Mitochondria is the first modern, truly comprehensive authored book which tackles the biochemistry, genetics, and pathology of mitochondria in different organisms. more...
Connective Tissue and Its Heritable Disordersby Peter M. Royce; Beat Steinmann
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 567.00The Second Edition of Connective Tissue and Its Heritable Disorders: Molecular, Genetic, and Medical Aspects is the definitive reference text in its field, with over 40% more pages on the nature, diagnosis, and treatment of disease than its predecessor. Collecting new research on disorders detailed in the first edition as well as on those previously excluded, editors Peter Royce and Beat Steinmann provide the most up-to-date clinical and scientific information for medical specialists treating affected individuals. Features of this revised and updated volume include detailed reviews of the clinical diagnosis, mode of inheritance, risk of recurrence, and prenatal diagnosis of each inherited connective tissue disorder; a thorough description... more...
The Evidence Base for Diabetes Careby Rhys Williams; W. Herman; A.-L. Kinmonth; N. J. Wareham
John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. 2003; US$ 220.00This volume outlines what is meant by terms such as 'evidence based practice', 'systematic review', 'efficacy', 'effectiveness'. It summarises, in a systematic fashion, the current evidence on diabetes prevention and care to enable the reader to improve their professional practice. Furthermore, it promotes a critical attitude to the assessment of evidence and engenders enthusiasm for 'lifelong learning'. It also advises clinicians on what to do when there is little available evidence. Chapters consider the evidence base for the definition and classification of diabetes, as well as prevention, identification, treatment, education in IDDM and NIDDM. The final chapters look at the practical implications of translating this evidence into practice... more...
Nutritional Management of Diabetes Mellitusby Gary Frost; Anne Dornhorst; Robert Moses
John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. 2003; US$ 110.95Diabetes 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... more...
Mechanisms and Biological Significance of Pulsatile Hormone Secretionby Novartis Foundation; Johannes D. Veldhuis
John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. 2003; US$ 195.00This exciting book brings together an international and interdisciplinary group of experts to discuss the importance of pulsatile signalling in the induction of biological responses. Coverage includes the basic mechanisms involved in hormone pulsatility, the significance of pulsatility in normal and disease conditions, the relevance of circadian rhythms, changes with ageing, and detailed consideration of specific peptide hormone systems. This book includes contributions from professionals working in both basic and clinical research and reveals much new and exciting work in this area and promises new research directions. more...









