The Sweet Life: Diabetes without Boundaries
by Sam Talbot
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About the book
Sam Talbot is a professional chef, restaurateur, surfer, painter, philanthropist, and, since the age of 12,
type 1 diabetic. Yet he has not let the disease stop him from living a rich life packed with energy, adventure, and achievement—culinary and otherwise. In his first, much-anticipated book, he recounts how diabetes has affected but not compromised his life or career, and he shares his own tips—alongside those from other famous diabetics like Halle Berry, Larry King, and Tommy Lee—on how to handle everything from work and hobbies to relationships and travel with discipline and enthusiasm.
To round out this advice, he offers bits of foodie wisdom and 75 innovative recipes for fresh, all-natural dishes anybody, diabetic or not, can prepare and enjoy.
Heartfelt, entertaining, and backed by real-life experience and solid medical expertise, Sam Talbot’s
Guide to the Sweet Life will give readers hope, inspiration, and the proof they need to realize that life
with diabetes isn’t about diabetes: It’s about living.
Would love new ways to fix fruit dishes without pastry and sweetners Looking forward to Sam Talbot’s new recipe book.
Oops, sent you the wrong reply! This is what I meant to say. I like to get some fresh, seasonal fruit and toss it with olive oil, fresh mint, lemon juice and sea salt. It might sound crazy but the mix of sweet, salty and savory is really good. Try it out! -ST
Are the recipes in this book low carb? I have been a T1D for 20 years and follow a low carb diet. Thanks!
Hi Kelley, yes, most of the recipes are low in carbs. Hope you’re able to check out the book! -ST
My sister just called me about the piece airing on CNN this morning. My son Andrew, was diagnosed last year at the age of 13. He loves to cook and would like to own a restaurant some day. I have shared your website on a Facebook page of 200+ moms of children living with Type 1 diabetes. It is inspiring to see what you are doing. Just one question – when I went to the recipes section of your website, the carbs are not listed. Does you cookbook list the carbs for your recipes? thanks Patrice Palmer in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Hi Patrice, thanks for your kind words and for spreading the word. All nutritional information (including carbs) is listed in my book. I apologize we don’t have this information for the recipes on the website. We are hoping to provide that in the future. All recipes that have nutritional information have to be independently tested by a company to obtain the nutritional values. It’s a long process, but we’re looking into it! I hope you check out the book and I hope you like it! -ST
I’m really interested in your book, Sam. I saw the segment on CBS Sunday Morning last week and was so excited to see it, because my sugar numbers have just started to climb and my doctor wants me lose weight and start eating as if I already had diabetes, so that maybe, I can stall the onset of it. The segment seemed to come just at the right time for me.
I went to look for the book at my local B&N the other day and they didn’t have a copy. Is there anywhere on this site or any other where we can read an excerpt of the book or an index of the recipes on there? I’m sure your book is fabulous, but I am on a budget, so I would just like to check it out a little bit more in depth before I buy it. Thanks so much!
Sam, I have type II diabetes, plus, need to stay away from salt, have advanced COPD, high cholesterol. high blood pressure, am over weigh, and very high triglycerides. Looking for recipes that cover all these if possible.
Hi George, you should consult your doctor for specific recommendations based on your health. With that said, many of the recipes featured in my new book are generally healthy. -ST
I have T1 and I bought your cookbook on my B&N Nook, but there’s no indication of serving size or number of servings per recipe, so I have no idea of I’m eating 3 or 7 units worth of carbs, or how big a portion should be. Can you let your publisher know? Kind of defies the point of buying a book with carb counts.
Hi Deborah, please don’t be upset! The serving sizes are in the book! Each recipe has a plate underneath it with a number in it and that is the serving size for each recipe. My apologies if this was not intuitive for you, but I hope it helps. -ST
I just saw you rachel.I have a busy life are the recipes in your book easy and quick . I have type 1 diabetes and need to lose weight and it’s hard for me to find recipes that are quick and easy 4 my busy life.
Hi Tonya, thanks for reaching out! There are definitely some easy and quick recipes in the book. Not every one is, but many are. I highly recommend you check it out as I think you’ll find it to be very beneficial. If you want to purchase it from Amazon, you can buy here! http://amzn.to/GJlFlm
I just saw a rerun of The Rachel Ray show. I am so excited to buy your book now! I am a type 2 diabetic. I recently lost 78 lbs and my blood sugar is under control now. I am very strict on my diet and eating. I also have high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Are the sodiums contents also listed in your book? I made the shrimp dish that you made on the RR show. YUM! I am going out to look for those noodles you made on Nate Burkus’s show- shirataki? I think! Thanks!
Hi Jeanae, I do have sodium contents for the recipes in my book! I hope you give the book a shot and I hope you like it! -ST
Hi Sam,
First off, wanted to say loved you on the nate show when you shared the recipes sure under $10. I am not a diabetic but my father and grandmother are and i been blessed not to have been diagnosed. I try to live a healthy lifestyle, along with my husband as well. But what I really wanted to ask are the recipes in your book something that you would recommend to prepare for my family?
Hi Rashell, thanks! I’m really happy to hear that you’re living healthy with your family. I absolutely think my recipes are friendly for your family. I think your husband and your kids would find the recipes to be flavorful and delicious. I may be biased though.
Hope you check out the book! -ST
Hi Sam
My daughter is 11 and was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes a 1 1/2 years ago
She use to say she wanted to be a chef and when she was diagnosed I thought she would change her mind but she said no I still want to be a chef and help diabetics. She watches your show and when I saw an article on you she knew who you were but didn’t know you were a diabetic.It’s nice to hear positive stories like yours. We are having a hard time with her coming out of her “honeymoon” period and into puberty at the same time. I’m interested in getting your book and having her make some recipes. Recipes and encouragement is what she needs right-wing now!
Thanks.
Mary Ann
Thanks Mary Ann, I appreciate that. I would advise you to check out my book, as it tells more about my story, but also focuses on flavorful foods and recipes while remaining healthy. I firmly believe you and your daughter will love it! -ST