Yoga For Diabetes: How to Manage your Health with Yoga and Ayurveda

I was first struck by the physical beauty of this book. Printed on heavy stock with gorgeous color photographs, its high quality is matched by the author's clear, almost lyrical, prose. Ms. Zinman begins by recounting her personal struggles with a Type 1 diabetes diagnosis at age 42, her search for alternative therapies, and ultimately the use of yoga, along with diet and medication, to manage her diabetes. She explains in detail the ayurvedic approach to identifying the elements that contribute to our personalities and bodies, and she provides a quiz to help the reader identify his or her relative components of vata, pitta and kapha. This leads to several recommended yoga sequences designed to address the individual's mental and physical needs. The book recognizes the differences among types of diabetes, and also discusses the types of diabetes identified by ayurveda. The book ends with yoga sequences designed to relieve specific symptoms of diabetes. This is an excellent book, and is worthwhile reading for all those interested in yoga and ayurveda, not just diabetics.

The previous reviews say it all! This is a visually delicious book chock full of personal and practical information. Reading it is like savoring a gourmet meal. The photos are scrumptious, and the extremely orderly sections inviting and useful. Knowing how Rachel has struggled and is winning makes her teaching real and supportive. Combining the ancient practices of Ayurveda and yoga is extremely helpful. Each alone can be overwhelming, while using them as guidelines for each other is genius. If you have the opportunity to meet Rachel on her book tour, sign up for one of her workshops or readings. She is s real inspiration!

Great book, clear instructions and beautiful photos! Also with modifications that are helpful to me. Now let's see what my blood glucose numbers will do in the next couple of months ;)

Was not what I thought

This is not a book I'll only read once. I will refer to it again and again. It is informative but not overwhelming and very much like talking to a friend. I highly recommend this book to anyone, you will not regret reading it!

I am in the beginning of reading this book, but have enjoyed looking at all the beautiful pictures. I am looking forward to reading it completely. Nice quality, beautiful photography.

A gem of acquired knowledge and experience. Moreover a beautiful coffee table book that pairs as a complete instruction guide and vice versa.

I had the opportunity to met Rachel and participate in her life's work. Her book is an incredible extension of her person. Love this and share it with others living with diabetes. Great job, highly recommend!