Getting the diagnosis of diabetes is a life changing event.  Not only must your diet change, but also your exercise habits and your entire outlook on health and wellness.  While it is a drastic change for many, it is also a wakeup call and can be the start of a healthier, more enjoyable life.  In the beginning, however, all of the information and terms can be overwhelming.  These books can help take the mystery out of eating and living with diabetes.

The First Year: Type 2 Diabetes: An Essential Guide for the Newly Diagnosed

The author, Gretchen Becker, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and after living with the disease for five years, published this step-by-step guide to help the newly diagnosed understand health and diet issues, test and lab results, traveling with diabetes and many other important aspects of living with diabetes.

Dr. Neal Barnard's Program for Reversing Diabetes

This highly reviewed book gives sufferers of diabetes a scientifically proven method of reducing blood sugar levels, reducing or eliminating the need for medication, and a diet that will help promote a healthy lifestyle.  Reviewers on Amazon talk about amazing results in weight loss, lowered blood sugar levels and lower cholesterol, after just a few weeks of following this book.

What Do I Eat Now?: A Step-by-Step Guide to Eating Right with Type 2 Diabetes

The most difficult part of managing diabetes is learning about food choices.  This book helps walk people through the importance of nutrition and diet to help manage diabetes.

Blood Sugar 101: What They Don't Tell You About Diabetes

A concise guide into the fine details of blood sugar levels, what causes diabetes and how to find and stick to a diabetic diet, Blood Sugar 101 is an excellent resource for those wanting to know more than just the basics of managing diabetes.