Suggested Reading

As part our strong belief in the value of education, we’ve compiled a list of Dr. Hilts’ favorite books on diabetes. Reading these books will give you a good understanding of her own philosophy on the treatment of diabetes, as well as some great advice on diet, exercise and weight control - all key elements to enjoying optimum health. All books are generally available on Amazon or at your local bookseller.

Dr Bernstein’s Diabetes Solution: The Complete Guide to Achieving Normal Blood Sugars by Dr Richard K Bernstein (If you read no other book, this is the One) Easy to read, detailed “how-to and why” guide to all aspects of diabetes care. On insulin since he was 12 years old, Dr. Bernstein was an aeronautical engineer until he went to medical school at the age of forty to be able to teach others how to control their diabetes. With a full time medical practice at 75 years old, he is proof that what he does works.

The Diabetes Diet: Dr Bernstein’s Low-Carbohydrate Solution by Dr Richard K Bernstein, recipes and diet recommendations for diabetics.

Atkins Diabetes Revolution based on the teachings of Robert C Atkins, MD, with Mary C Vernon, MD, CMD and Jacqueline A Eberstein, RN

Livin’ La Vida Low-Carb by Jimmy Moore “My Journey from Flabby Fat to Sensationally Skinny in One Year”

Good Calories, Bad Calories by Gary Taubes “Challenging the conventional wisdom on diet, weight control, and disease”. Result of seven years of research into the science of nutrition by award-winning science writer Gary Taubes.

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