Diabetes Experts Are Important Parts Of A Successful Battle |
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By: Arthur Gueli Posted: 2007-11-25 06:34:55 |
| People suffering from type 1 and type 2 diabetes often feel alone in their battle against the effects of the disease. Rest assured, they do not stand on their own. Diabetes experts are here to assist and help along the way.Perhaps you are learning for the first time that you have the disease. What to do, where to go, how do you carry on? These questions are important and you need someone to turn to. Yes, there is family and friends, but family and friends do not always have the answers you are looking for. That is where diabetes experts come in. Diabetes experts can give you the medical information that is necessary to deal with diabetes. They provide you with information on the importance of good nutrition, exercise, adjusting and enriching your life. They explain the fundamentals of diabetes and how you can overcome many of the difficulties as they present themselves.Another important feature to look for is how accessible diabetes experts really are? Do you have to go out of your way to visit them? Can you get the information you need on the internet? These issues become very important in the early days of your illness before you have started an aggressive treatment plan. You may be too sick or too tired to visit diabetes experts regularly. Having information literally at your fingertips is important in the beginning and well into your treatment plan even after you are feeling better and doing the things you love to do.Internet access to webinars and other important sources of information is the answer for a very sick or inactive person or a very busy person's need. Internet access eases the pressure of getting the much needed information you need as quickly as you need it.Supplying information on diabetes is but one of the functions of diabetes experts. Anyone can open a book and read or select articles upon the internet to read, diabetes experts on the other hand, can serve as a personal coach to guide you through the process of adjusting to your condition and making improvements.Not everyone will be affected by diabetes in quite the same way. Just as the disease has different degrees of severity, there are also different people with different needs trying to cope with the illness.You are a unique individual and how you live your life is different to how your uncle John may live his life. Yet, both of you have diabetes and both of you have special needs. Uncle John may be concerned that he can no longer play a good game of golf; you may be dealing with how to get up in the morning without feeling ill. You may be worrying about how to carry on during the normal course of the day.This is where a good coach will take the time to do an assessment of your needs while taking in your medical, physical and emotional requirements. A good coach will provide you with medical information and design a fitness and nutrition program to assist in controlling your diabetes and promote good health. A good coach will be there for you when you need help.Diabetes coaching is a commitment; not a passing fancy. Diabetes coaches are committed to being accessible. They can provide internet coaching, and one to one coaching. They will provide personal scheduled telephone calls as well as assess to other coaches and experts when needed. Diabetes coaches can provide referrals to other experts such as personal trainers, chart your progress and results, and open up a support system where you can interact with other individuals who are living and coping with diabetes.The key is to know that you are not alone; there is help out there from people who really do understand. Having the comfort of knowing that you have help and support at your finger tips is half the battle. Knowing that you are taken seriously and no question is too insignificant or no fear is left unaddressed will help you to ease into a healthier physical and mental life style. Diabetes experts can help you help yourself.Carol Roach, M.Ed, B.A. is an author publisher and professional writer working with http://www.exquisitewriting.com She hails from Montreal, Quebec, Canada, and specializes in psychology and health-related topics. She also has diabetes. Carol recommends Fit4D (formerly Fitness4Diabetics) as a health coaching service for those affected by diabetes. |
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