Amazon comThe idea of stress contributing to poor health is an old one, but often patients are simply told to "relax"--and it's even rarer that researchers take the time to carefully study how relaxation can improve physical conditions Tackling both these issues, Dr Richard Surwit combines specific relaxation techniques with a solid озсьь research background in an effort to help control blood sugar levels The first few chapters are rather technical but are explained in an approachable manner He identifies several chemicals such as cortisol and growth hormone that are related to blood sugar management and discusses how depression, hostility, and anxiety can affect these chemicals He refers to specific research, both with mice and with humans, and includessimple tests to help you analyze these problems and develop a combination of techniques to combat them Later chapters explain these techniques in detail, particularly progressive relaxation therapy (similar to biofeedback, but without the machine) and cognitive behavior therapy Each routine is broken down into simple daily steps, and pages can be used as workbook sheets --much of the daily effort involved is simply tracking your progress While nowhere does Dr Surwit suggest these as a total replacement for diet control and insulin treatments, the specific steps aren't difficult to add to your daily routine and may make just the difference you've been hoping for --Jill LightnerBook DescriptionResearchers are continually searching for new waysto manage diabetes beyond the traditional realms of diet, exercise, and medication Now Dr Richard S Surwit, a leader in the field of the psychology of diabetes, adds the vital fourth component to diabetes controlthe mind-body connection The groundbreaking tools featured in this book include: A clear, easy-to-understand explanation of the powerful impact that stress, depression, and anger have on blood sugar levels Self-tests to help identify your most harmful emotional tendencies A six-week programbased on 20 years of studyto help control your emotions and keep your blood sugar levels down Medically proven ways to control your appetite and lose weight using the mind-body connection Research trial results from Dr Surwits own professional experience at Duke University Medical Center Techniques to help you relax, lift your mood, and improve your outlook on life By bringing mind and body together, this is a powerful and unprecedented new tool for effective diabetes control.  Charles2005 г 288 стр ISBN 1569243638.