What really makes the book believable is the unbiased style of the author, gloriously free of emotional undertones and the scolding dietitian who implies that we're going to die tomorrow if we don't lay of this food or that. Instead, Williamson adeptly presents her latest research and findings objectively and lets the reader decide which course of dietetic theraphy we should seek, along with the indispensible help of a physician. I haven't even scratched the surface of the detail Miryam covers, and it will be a real treat to discover how she ties everything together in relatively jargon-free narrative prose. She's got her sources right at the bottom of each page where necessary, and I love that! Authors, take note! This is how to do practical research about an important health issue and present it perfectly to the public. Absolute top recommendation. And you don't need to be a doctor or a graduate student to grasp it's concepts. Buy "Blood Sugar Blues" today. After researching over 400 books, this one is a non-pareil, having no equal to date.


Not Another Diet Book   February 1, 2002
 23 out of 23 found this review helpful

This is a well written, thought provoking book showing the link between insulin resistance and many treatable illnesses. I especially appreciated the section in which the author compares and comments on the low-carb eating plans which are offered in books such as The Carbohydrate Addict's Diet, Life Without Bread, and Atkins.
Whether the reader is battling diabetes, weight gain, osteoporosis or fibromyalgia, there are facts, case histories and resources to help you understand and control insulin resistance.
I read the book over a weekend and began controlling my carbohydrate intake at the same time. Two weeks later I've lost five pounds and have not craved bread, pizza, candy bars or any of the other foods which used to be the staples of my diet.
I would highly recommend Blood Sugar Blues to anyone who thinks they, or a loved one, may be insulin resistant.