Review of Walking into the Light
This book is a great read not only for those with diabetes, either type 1 or type 2, but also for everyone else.
It’s a great resource not only for new diabetics who need to discover helpful tools such as which monitor to use, but also for those who have been diagnosed some time ago and are hoping to get better control of the disease.
It’s in an easy-to-read format, yet it will grab your attention. This book addresses so many issues that those living with type 1 face – not only the physical challenges and the stigma associated with diabetes, but also the emotional side which is so often overlooked. Type 1 diabetes tends to be a forgotten disease as type 2 diabetes becomes increasingly widespread.
This book gives real hope for those who are facing the struggles that so many type 1 diabetics face – from the grip of depression, to the struggle between highs and lows, the battle to find an exercise routine, and the weight issues caused by insulin. The author explains in a scientific way the problem with the ‘common approach’ to handling diabetes and helps the reader to see a better way forward. This book shows a way to get out of the trap and truly manage the disease in a way that will minimise the risk of long-term complications.
The illustrations will pull at the strings of your heart as you look deeply to find the true meaning and feelings behind the images. The charts and diagrams used, help to clarify the author’s explanations on various things – these are very valuable and great to use for quick references.
The recipe section is also a great tool. It has such a great range of food to try for all kinds of meals. I love how the author has gone to extra effort to explain substitutions that can be used to minimise fat content, how to cook from scratch, growing various items from home and tips about convenience foods, including desserts. Everyone loves dessert so diabetics shouldn’t have to miss out and the author shows you how to enjoy dessert that is not harmful to diabetics! I highly recommend Walking Into the Light for anyone curious about a lifestyle change, both those who are and aren’t diabetic!
