For one just diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, It is no doubt a very troubling time. There is good news however; making positive lifestyle changes can go a long way towards helping one keep the disease at bay. This program from Gaiam's "Mayo Clinic Wellness Solutions" series will give you then information you need to make informed decisions on diet, exercise and disease management. Endocrinologist Lori R. Roust, M.D. and Larry Bergstrom, M.D. give viewers a detailed overview of what causes diabetes and symptoms that one should watch for. They also delve into glucose testing, important information about eating choices and controlling sugar intake and how 30 minutes of exercise a day can do wonders for one with the disease. Also included is a yoga session with Rodney Yee, focusing on postures designed digestion and circulation, and a meditation session (also hosted by Yee).
For one just diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, It is no doubt a very troubling time. There is good news however; making positive lifestyle changes can go a long way towards helping one keep the disease at bay. This program from Gaiam's "Mayo Clinic Wellness Solutions" series will give you then information you need to make informed decisions on diet, exercise and disease management. Endocrinologist Lori R. Roust, M.D. and Larry Bergstrom, M.D. give viewers a detailed overview of what causes diabetes and symptoms that one should watch for. They also delve into glucose testing, important information about eating choices and controlling sugar intake and how 30 minutes of exercise a day can do wonders for one with the disease. Also included is a yoga session with Rodney Yee, focusing on postures designed digestion and circulation, and a meditation session (also hosted by Yee).
