Managing Type 2 Diabetes For Dummies

by American Diabetes Association

Take charge of your Type 2 diabetes with friendly, trusted guidance Living with Type 2 diabetes means making daily choices that affect your health and wellbeing. Managing Type 2 Diabetes For Dummies helps you navigate those decisions with confidence. Developed in partnership with the American Diabetes Association, this trustworthy guide gives you clear, practical strategies for managing blood glucose, understanding medications, and making lifestyle changes that actually stick. This updated edition reflects the latest American Diabetes Association Standards of Care and provides actionable strategies for managing blood glucose, medications, and lifestyle changes, with new treatment options. You'll find expanded advice on nutrition and exercise, plus helpful guidance on protecting your mental health while managing a chronic condition. With easy-to-follow explanations and real-world tips, you can prevent complications and feel your best every day. Inside this Understand how Type 2 diabetes works and what your numbers really mean for your daily health Discover medication options and learn how to work effectively with your healthcare team on treatment plans Build healthy eating habits with practical nutrition guidance that fits your lifestyle and food preferences Create an exercise routine that helps manage blood glucose levels while keeping you motivated and energized Find strategies for handling stress, staying positive, and maintaining your emotional wellbeing long-term Whether you were recently diagnosed or have been managing Type 2 diabetes for years, this Dummies guide gives you the tools you need to live your best life. It’s perfect for anyone ready to take control of their health and thrive with confidence.

287 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 11, 2026

About the author

The American Diabetes Association is the nation's premiere nonprofit association devoted to diabetes research and care. The Association is also the largest publisher of diabetes books; in fact, 1 in 3 books on diabetes published in the United States is published by us.

Our books range from cookbooks, lifestyle guides and diabetes self-management resources to texts for health care professionals and researchers working toward better treatment, and ultimately a cure for, people with diabetes.

Many of the books we publish are written by well-respected health professionals and chefs. These books can be found on the "Published by the ADA" shelf on our bookshelf.

Visit diabetes.org or shopdiabetes.org to find out more information on our books.