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Vendetta Against Diabetes

It is amazing the amount of information available on the topic of diabetes and at times this

wealth of knowledge can be very conflicting and confusing. While one doctor recommends one

drug, another doctor suggests different types of medication or treatments.

Prescription drugs are big business. If large companies were to find a magic pill to cure

diseases, they would kill their profits. Instead, the corporations are content with finding ways

to cope with the disease, using never-ending medications, testing supplies and return doctor

visits ~ (a very smart business model for those making money not for the ones fighting for

their life.)

In western cultures we now seem to be warming up to the idea of using what Mother Nature

has freely given us. This eBook could consist of hundreds of pages with examples of herbs

and spices that have been used for centuries by many cultures that have came from our

Mother earth, however there is already many published books on this exact topic. We are

here to learn about diabetes and what we can do it not let it ruin lives.

According to a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at UCLA, changes in diet and

moderate exercise can actually reverse type 2 diabetes in at least 50% of patients.

Imagine, the amount of cholesterol and free radicals in the blood could be lower and the

nitric oxide levels could be made higher ---- both key factors in tackling this deadly disease

before it begins to take its toll on your limbs and life.

Diabetes is the number one cause of leg amputations in the United States. (Scary!) "Sixteen

million Americans --- 6% of the population --- have diabetes, and one third of them don’t

even realize it; 800 000 will be diagnosed this year. It is the leading cause of blindness, end

stage renal disease, and leg amputations, also the seventh leading cause of death," Dr. Susan

Hershberg Adelman told a seminar in New York.



But there’s a saying, “Good things in life don’t come easy.” So if you want to seriously

create an effective plan to achieve long-lasting health and wellness, acknowledge to

yourself that it’s going to take considerable amount of time; weeks, months or even a year

for the new habits to take firm hold in your life. It was not over night that your body got to

the state it is in if you are pre-diabetic or have type 2 diabetes.

Further, the information shared in this guide does not imply a ‘magic pill’ or ‘miracle cure’

--- although the results you can achieve with these natural interventions are, indeed,

miraculous --- you will still need to go that extra mile in order to internalize specific,

natural health strategies that would be ‘at war’ with a lot of your old, debilitating,

disease-inducing habits.

The destination is important, but so is the journey. As long as you're making forward

progress, that's what counts. Our goal is that you will start to challenge yourself to make

forward progress, day after day, and eventually bring yourself one step closer to a life

that is not marred by a devastating disease.

It's not important how long it takes, what is important is that you have learned the success

motions to halting your diabetes --- permanently, and naturally.

That day will mark a new beginning, a new dawn in your life, when you will wake up to feel

the sensation of a new body, a new mind, and a whole new healthy you!

It would signify a life without prescription drugs, without insulin injections, and without

those frustrating, routine blood sugar tests. You can do it! We are here to lead and support

you all the way in this journey!



The High Cost of Low Insulin

Diabetes affects approximately 17 million people in the United States. $1.2 trillion dollars is

spent on healthcare for people with chronic health conditions. An estimated additional 12

million people in the United States have diabetes and remain undiagnosed.

Diabetes is in fact, the third leading cause of death in the United States after heart disease and

cancer. Over time, diabetes can lead to blindness, kidney failure, and nerve damage. Diabetes

is also an important factor in accelerating the hardening and narrowing of the arteries

(arteriosclerosis), leading to strokes, coronary heart disease, and other large blood vessel

diseases. THIS IS SERIOUS!

Globally, the statistics are just as staggering. The number of people around the world

suffering from diabetes has skyrocketed in the last two decades, from 30 million to 230

million. China now has the largest number of diabetics over age 20, nearly 39 million

people. India has the second largest number of cases with an estimated 30 million

suffers, a staggering 6% of the adult population.

The Prime of Life

Unfortunately, this disease affects people in their most productive age. According to the

statistics published by The Diabetes Atlas, the largest number of people affected by Type 2

Diabetes is between the ages of 40 and 59. Once regarded as a ‘mature’ person’s

disease, the Atlas reports that today, the age of onset for Type 2 diabetes has drastically

dropped with people getting sick in the prime of their life. Long-term health problems are

also common in people who have poor blood sugar control. Some of these complications

include:

Heart disease - Heart disease is the leading cause of diabetes-related deaths.

Adults with diabetes are two to four times more likely to die from heart disease than

adults without diabetes.

Stroke - The risk of stroke is two to four times higher in people with diabetes.

Kidney failure - Diabetes was a leading cause of end-stage renal disease in 2012.



Blindness -Diabetes is the leading cause of new cases of blindness in adults 20 to 74 years

old. There are between 12,000 to 24,000 new cases of diabetes-associated blindness

each year.

Amputations - Diabetes accounts for more than 60% of lower limb amputations in the

U.S. annually.

Nervous system disease - 60-70% of diabetics suffer from sort form of nervous

system damage, which includes decreased sensation in feet or hands (neuropathy),

slowed digestion in the stomach, and carpal tunnel syndrome.

Dental disease - 38% of Diabetics suffer from severe periodontal disease with loss

of attachment of the gums to the teeth.

Diabetes Kills

Diabetes claims millions of lives and taxes the ability of health care organizations the world

over, according to data published by the International Diabetes Federation. Already, each

year some 3 million deaths are tied directly to diabetes, with death rates expected to rise

25% over the next decade. Even more frightening, the number of people with diabetes

throughout the world is expected to double by 2030, according to a new study published by

the World Health Organization.

This does not have to be your statistic! You can make a difference in your life and in the life

of someone you love.

What Comes Naturally

To avoid all these negative effects, we can gradually improve our diabetic condition with what

are known as natural remedies. The methods discovered through thousands upon

thousands of fellow reformed diabetics living diabetes free, we are here to help you develop

your own customized system for treating, curing, and preventing diabetes.



First we will begin by giving you a basic understanding of your diabetes. Over the next few

pages, we’ll explore the causes and symptoms of diabetes and then move on to a

discussion of the various time-tested traditional methods that can be used to not just

manage but also eventually and permanently retract the disease.

All this will take commitment, a few dietary changes and lifestyle management, including a

daily regimen of exercise and stress reduction, as well as a smart and easy program of

nutritional supplementation and herbal remedies.

Good health is closer than you think!

Top Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes

Obesity – Increase in weight posses a greater risk for insulin resistance. With today’s

rising rate of childhood obesity, the rate of children with Type 2 Diabetes is also on

the rise.

Lack of Exercise – Muscle cells have more insulin receptors than do fat cells, so

exercising and building muscle can decrease insulin resistance.

Unhealthy Diet – An unhealthy diet leads to obesity in many cases. Too much

fat, not enough fiber and an abundance of simple carbohydrates each

contribute to Type 2 Diabetes.

Genetics – Those with a family history of Diabetes are often more at risk than those

without the family link. Hispanic Americans, African-Americans and Native- Americans

each have a higher than normal rate of Type 2 Diabetes. Just because you fall into one

of these genetic categories, does not mean you are destined to be inflicted by the

disease. You can prevent diabetes with proper diet, lifestyle and activities.

Increased Age – Unfortunately, the risk of developing this disease does increase the

older we get. The pancreas ages with our bodies and sometimes decreases its

production of insulin. Our cells also age, which can contribute to insulin resistance.

High Blood Pressure & Cholesterol – Along with many other health related

issues, high blood pressure and cholesterol could lead to Diabetes.



What is Diabetes?

“Diabetes mellitus is a disease, which prevents your body from properly using

the energy from the food you eat.”

Diabetes occurs when

The pancreas (an organ behind your stomach) produces no insulin.

The pancreas produces too little insulin.

The pancreas makes insulin, but the insulin made does not work, as it should.

(This condition is called insulin resistance.)

At this point, you’re probably asking, “What is insulin?”

Good question! Insulin is a naturally occurring hormone, produced by the beta cells of

the pancreas that helps the body use glucose for energy. To understand Diabetes better,

it helps to know more about how the body uses food for energy.

Your metabolism is responsible for turning food into fuel and delivering it to your hungry

cells. Our bodies are made up of millions of cells. To make energy, the cells need food in a

very simple form. When we eat or drink, much of what goes into our mouths is broken

down into a simple sugar called glucose. The blood and blood vessels transport glucose

from the stomach or the liver to our muscles (where it gets converted to energy) or our

cells (where it is converted to fat).

Glucose cannot maneuver into the cells by itself, this job is assigned to insulin, and the

pancreas releases the substance insulin into the blood. Insulin serves as the helper, or

the "key" that unlocks glucose and releases it into the cells to be used as energy.



Car Talk

In many ways the human body is like a car. For example, to start a car, you must turn the

key to move the gas to the engine. Without insulin, or the "key," glucose cannot get into

the body's cells to use as energy. This causes the retention of a lot of glucose in the

blood, also called "high blood sugar" or diabetes.

If you have recently been diagnosed as diabetic, don't fret. With proper treatment

and care, you can once again be motoring along the highways and byways of your life.

You may need to make a few changes in how you drive (your lifestyle), but chances are

it’s about time for a tune-up anyway.

Fact is that our bodies, like our car, needs regular care and maintenance. And while your

doctor is a good mechanic and an important element in your health care plan, it’s time

you took some responsibility yourself and responsibility starts with understanding.

So let’s get started right away!

Type 2 Diabetes

In medical terminology, insufficient production of insulin or the inability of cells to use

insulin effectively is called hyperglycemia that eventually leads to diabetes. This latter

condition affects mostly the cells of muscle and fat tissues, and results in a condition

known as "insulin resistance." This is a primary problem in Type 2 Diabetes.

Glucose is a simple sugar found in food. It’s an essential nutrient that provides energy.

Without insulin, the cells become starved of glucose energy despite the presence of

abundant glucose in the bloodstream. This abundant, unutilized glucose later gets

wastefully excreted through urine.



Insulin is a hormone that is produced by beta cells of the pancreas. Since it helps in the cell

absorption of glucose, it regulates the level of glucose present in the blood. After a meal,

the blood glucose level rises naturally. In response to this increased glucose level, the

pancreas automatically releases more insulin into the bloodstream to help glucose enter

the cells and lower the high glucose level in the blood after a meal. After this level falls to

normal again, insulin release from the pancreas automatically gets switched off, once

again.

Type 2 diabetes (also referred to as Mature Onset Diabetes) is the second most common

form of diabetes. With Type 2 Diabetes the body can either be producing less quantities

of insulin than is required or may not be reacting to the insulin correctly. Either way, the

result is the unbroken glucose starts accumulating in the bloodstream instead of getting

absorbed by cells, which can lead to many serious, long-term health consequences.

Chin Up!

Many people have diabetes without knowing it, and are at a greater risk of long-term

medical complications. At least, you now know it. So, if knowledge is power, you can

now do something to alter your condition.



Who Gets Diabetes and Why?

Anyone, anywhere, at any age can develop diabetes.

Often, it takes several years for diabetes to be

detected in a person, usually when they have

already developed some complication, such as visual

impairment, kidney failure, heart disease, stroke or

nerve damage.

In the underdeveloped part of the world, people

with diabetes are not diagnosed at all;

consequently, mortality from diabetes-related

complications is extremely high in these countries.

This is tragic, because type 2 diabetes for most part is

a manageable disease.

Risk Factors

In case of Type 1 diabetes, the risk factors are mostly out of our control. However in

Type 2 diabetes, there are some choices that we can make --- relating to lifestyle and

dietary management --- that can reduce the likelihood of developing this disease.



Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes:

Age - 90-95% of people with diabetes

are of Type 2 variety and the risk of

developing this disease increases as you

age.

Obesity - Over 80 % of people with

Type 2 diabetes have been found to be

overweight. The greater the obesity, the

higher the risk.

Family History – Heredity link has been

proved in numerous research papers. Again, the closer our link with the

member of the family who has diabetes, the greater our chances of developing

it ourselves.

Physical inactivity - The less exercise we do, the greater our chances of

developing diabetes.

Impaired glucose tolerance (IGT) - Impaired glucose tolerance is a level of

blood glucose which is higher than normal, but not high enough to be in the

range where doctors can classify this condition as diabetes. It does, however,

put the body at risk for developing full-blown diabetes, later in life.

Race/ethnicity - Although little research has been done outside of the U.S.,

American studies show that African-Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native

Americans, and Pacific Islanders are at a higher risk of developing diabetes.

While the risk for Type 2 Diabetes is higher among Asian Americans, the risk is

lower among Asians (including Japanese, Chinese, and Koreans) and Mexicans.

7,6

9

12,8

13,2

15,9

Non Hispanic Whites

Asian Americans

Hispanics

Non Hispanic Blacks

American Indian/American Natives

Age adjusted percentage of people age 20 yrs or older with diagnosed diabetes, by race/ethnicity,

United States, 2010 - 2012



Symptoms of Diabetes

Early Diabetes symptoms can be subtle or appear to be harmless… or

you may not experience symptoms at all. So pay close attention to

them for early detection:

Excessive thirst and increased urination - Excessive thirst and increased urination are

classic d iabetes s y m p t o m s . When we have Diabetes, excess sugar (glucose) builds up

in our blood. Our kidneys are forced to work overtime to filter and absorb the excess

sugar. If our kidneys can't

keep up, the excess sugar

is excreted into our urine

along with fluids drawn

from our tissues. This

triggers frequent urination,

which may leave us

dehydrated. As we drink

more fluids to quench our

thirst, we’ll urinate even more.

Flu-like feeling - Sometimes diabetes symptoms resemble a flu-like illnesses. We may

notice fatigue, weakness and loss of appetite. That's because poorly- controlled

Diabetes hampers our body's ability to use sugar for energy. Instead of fueling our cells,

the sugar remains in the blood. This leaves us feeling tired and run down.

Weight loss - When we lose sugar through frequent urination, we also lose

calories --- creating a feeling of persistent hunger. The combined effect is

potentially rapid weight loss, especially with Type 2 diabetes.

Weight gain - Excess weight can make the tissues more resistant to the action of insulin,

which increases blood sugar levels. The more fatty tissue present, the more resistant

cells become. This is why obesity is a prime risk factor in developing Type 2 diabetes.



Blurred vision - High levels of blood sugar pull fluid from the tissues, including the lenses of

the eyes. This can affect our ability to focus. Left untreated, diabetes can cause new blood

vessels to form in the retina as well as damage old vessels. For most people this can cause

mild vision problems, such as dark spots, flashing lights or rings around these lights. But for

others, these symptoms can be more serious. In some cases, diabetes can also lead to partial

or complete blindness.

Slow-healing sores or frequent infections - High levels of blood sugar impair the body's

natural healing process and the ability to fight infections. For women, bladder and vaginal

infections are common.

A tingling sensation in hands and feet - Excess sugar in the blood can also lead to nerve

damage resulting in tingling and loss of sensation in the hands and feet, as well as burning

pain in the arms, hands, legs and feet.

Red, swollen, tender gums - Diabetes can weaken our ability to fight germs, which

increases the risk of gum infection and in the bones that hold our teeth in place. The gums

may pull away from the teeth, causing them to become loose, possibly developing sores or

pockets of pus in the gums - especially if we have a gum infection before diabetes develops.

One severe symptom of diabetes is Diabetic Ketoacidosis. This symptom sometimes

produces slightly sweet-smelling breath that is caused by acetone, a metabolic byproduct,

when the body is forced to burn fatty acids rather than glucose. This process becomes

more and more toxic to the body as it continues; the individual may develop diabetic

coma and die. Ketoacidosis occurs when individuals are either not getting enough insulin or

the insulin is not adequate to allow cells of the body to utilize the glucose.

Another severe symptom of unregulated diabetes is Hypoglycemic Coma (insulin shock). Too

much insulin usually brings about this condition. A hypoglycemic reaction causes trembling,

weakness or drowsiness, and headache, dizziness, confusion, double vision, and difficulty in

coordination. Eventually, convulsions or unconsciousness can follow.



Diagnosing Diabetes

The disease can be detected through a routine blood test. New recommendations

suggest all adults 45 years of age and older be tested for diabetes every three years.

For higher - risk African-Americans, it is suggested that testing begin at a younger age

and be given more frequently.

The most common test for diabetes is the fasting blood glucose (sugar) test. It is easy to

perform and convenient. After the person has fasted overnight (at least 8 hours), a single

sample of blood is drawn and sent to the laboratory for analysis. This can also be done

accurately in a doctor’s clinic using a glucose meter. A random blood glucose test can

also be used to diagnose diabetes. A blood glucose level of 200 mg/dl or higher indicates

diabetes.

The Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) is another gold standard for testing diabetes.

For an OGTT also, the person has to fast overnight. After this test, he or she is

administered 75 grams of glucose

(100 grams for pregnant women).

The OGTT measures blood glucose

levels five times over a period of

three hours. In a person without

diabetes, the glucose levels rises

and then falls quickly. In someone

with diabetes, it rises higher than

normal and fails to come down to

normal as fast.

Another requirement for this test is that the person must be in good health, i.e.,

without illness or cold. Also, he/she should be active (not lying down, for example,

as an inpatient in a hospital) and should not be taking medicines that could

interfere with his/her blood glucose level.

Again, for three days before the test, the person should have eaten a diet high in

carbohydrates (150- 200 grams per day). The morning of the test, it is recommended that

he/she not smoke or drink coffee.



Test Results and What They Imply

Test results may lead to one of the following diagnoses:

Normal response: when the 2-hour glucose level is less than 140 mg/dl, and all

values between 0 and 2 hours are less than 200 mg/dl.

Impaired glucose tolerance: when the fasting plasma glucose is less than 126

mg/dl and the 2-hour glucose level is between 140 and 199 mg/dl.

Diabetes: when two diagnostic tests done on different days show that the

blood glucose level is high.

Gestational Diabetes: a 100g OGTT, a fasting plasma glucose of more than 95

mg/dl, or a 1-hour glucose level of more than 180 mg/dl, or a 2-hour glucose

level of more than 155 mg/dl, or a 3-hour glucose level of more than 140 mg/dl.



Treatment and Management

No cure has yet been found for diabetes mellitus. There is no question that type I diabetic

requires insulin. Insulin preparations have been used in the treatment of diabetes since

1922. Since insulin is not absorbed orally, it must be injected.

As for Type II diabetes, diet alone is enough to reverse diabetes mellitus in many cases.

The main objective of diet control is to restrict the amount of carbohydrates we eat

at one meal. When type II diabetes cannot be controlled satisfactorily with diet therapy,

medical doctors recommend drugs known as oral hypoglycemic agents. They appear to

stimulate the secretion of insulin by the pancreas as well as enhance the sensitivity of

body tissues to insulin, which can be very dangerous with long-term use.

Diabetes Management

People who are at-risk can reduce their chances of getting diabetes by eating a low-fat

diet, exercising regularly, controlling their weight and taking natural supplements. The

same applies to those who have been diagnosed with the disease and want to control it.

In fact, regular exercise is crucial to the management of diabetes and can help keep

the disease at bay forever, Doctors say. Increased physical activity can help reduce

the amount of insulin or oral medication to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease

and control weight gain. In addition, exercise can improve self-esteem and counteract

the emotional blues of having a chronic disease. But experts recommend consulting

with a doctor before any life style changes if you have concerns.



Doctors stress that while a good

relationship between a patient and

his or her "diabetes team"--

consisting of a primary-care

physician, eye doctor, nurse and

dietitian is critical, the most

important thing for diabetics to

understand is that much of their

health is in their hands. It is

important that we assume the

responsibility for our care, which includes diet and weight control, checking urine for

sugar, exercising appropriately, regular comprehensive medical check-ups and living as

naturally as possible with the natural gifts that are on our earth.

This is something Gladys Knight understands. The Grammy Award-winning entertainer

lost her mother a few years ago from complications of the deadly disease, and has a

brother and cousin who have also been diagnosed with diabetes.

"My mother lived with diabetes for many years. But

for her, and our family, education was the key to

her living successfully with this disease," Knight says.

"And because she had all the available facts about

this disease, she was able to live a long and

productive life."

FIVE WAYS TO TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES

Educate yourself about diabetes Know your blood glucose levels Know your blood pressure Know your cholesterol Get routine check ups



Common Medications Prescribed in Diabetes

If a person is not able to achieve

normal blood sugar control through diet

a n d e x e r c i s e t h e d o c t o r m a y

t h e n recommend oral medications.

However, these medications cannot be

regarded as a substitute for healthy

eating and exercise. There are several

oral medications that stimulate insulin

secretion. The most common is

sulfonylureas group of medication. What

type gets prescribed will depend on age

and medical history.

Other oral medications work more

indirectly, for instance, they help in

sensitizing the body to insulin through

their effects on other body organs.

Biguanides, also known as metformin for

instance can inhibit glucose production in

the liver. This causes insulin receptors to

become more responsive or sensitive to

insulin. Insulin sensitizers increase insulin

action, without increasing insulin

secretion, i.e., it makes it more potent,

thereby increasing the risk of high sugar retention in the blood.

Another type of medication slows carbohydrate digestion from the stomach. These are

called Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors. They block the digestion of carbohydrates, which

then delays the release of sugar into the bloodstream. These medications are usually

prescribed with a meal to lower blood sugar levels after a meal. Sometimes, this group of

medication is prescribed in combination with sulfonylureas or insulin therapy.

Remember just because your doctor prescribed it DOES NOT MEAN it is healthy for you.

A drug is a drug for reason… it is an unnatural substance for your body.

COMMON ORAL MEDICATION & EFFECTS

Sulfonylureas: low blood sugar, upset stomach, skin rash or itching, weight gain.

Biguanides/Metformin: sickness

with alcohol, kidney complications, upset stomach, tiredness or dizziness, metal taste

Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: gas,

bloating and diarrhea Thiazolidinediones: weight gain,

risk of liver disease, anemia risk, swelling of legs or ankles

Meglitinides: weight gain, low

blood sugar



The Downside of These Chemical Compositions

The biggest drawback with conventional Allopathic medicines --- one that the doctors

don’t warn us about cause --- many unintended side effects. Fortunately there are

more natural ways to protect us from the cumulative effects of uncontrolled diabetes

without experiencing these unpleasant side effects or inviting these health-threatening

risks.

Among the most common reactions to diabetes medication are skin rashes and muscle

aches. People taking certain medications may also experience loss of appetite or a

metallic taste in the mouth. Other common effects of oral medication include bloating,

gas, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting. Following is a list of side effects of:

Sulfonylurea medicine:

Hypoglycemia (low blood

glucose)

Upset stomach

Skin rash or itching

Weight gain

Biguanide medications:

Upset stomach (nausea, diarrhea)

Metallic taste in mouth

Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors:

Gas

Cramps and diarrhea

Nausea

Thiazolidinedione Elevated liver enzymes

Liver failure

Respiratory infection

Fluid retention

Meglitinides:

Low blood sugar

Upset stomach

Many side effects pass over time. However, low blood sugar is a serious side affect that is more

common when taking new medications or when combining oral medications. In addition

people who have history of heart, kidney or liver disease need to weigh the risks of oral

medication for Diabetes as well as the possibility of interactions with other medications.

To better understand the full range of medication side effects talk with your doctor about

your family health history.



Alternative Medicine

Conventional medical system has often been flawed for its limited role in suppressing

symptoms and overtaking the role of the body's natural immune responses. It’s

charged that the American Medical Association (AMA) has colluded with the

multibillion dollar pharmaceutical industry to promote Allopathic medicine, even

when it is known and acknowledged the world over that for some debilitating

diseases, such as diabetes and cancer, natural care is often the best. Perhaps the only

area where modern medicine has proved its utility is in surgery, emergency and trauma

management.

In all other diseases management areas, Alternative Medicine has proven to be

more effective and cost-effective especially for diseases like cancer, heart disease,

rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, gastrointestinal disorders, headaches, sinusitis, etc.

Alternative methods work by assisting your body to heal itself instead of introducing

strong drugs into your system. They emphasize prevention over cure and address the

root cause of the disease rather than just provide temporary symptomatic relief.

Treatment, i l lness and disease are both a science and a commercial industry. At

times it is hard to digest, (because as humans we see the good and trust what we hear

and see In the media). However the diabetes industry i s driven by profits, greed that is

based on questionable worldwide practices that focus merely on alleviating the

symptoms of diabetes, rather than eradicating them permanently or uprooting the

real cause of the disease.

However, in our experience and through eGlobal Natural Health’s interaction with

thousands of diabetes patients, we know honesty and good science can tackle

diabetes. All it takes is a natural process of restoring the body's blood-sugar control

mechanism.



The Natural & Safe Supplements

Alpha-Lipoic Acid – Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA, also known as lipoic acid or thioctic

acid) is a chemical that is similar to a vitamin. It is found in natural sources such as

beef, liver, spinach and broccoli. ALA supplements however are marketed as tablets

or capsules, which are beneficial to help convert blood sugar into cellular energy

which powers all your organs, including your pancreas.

Coenzyme Q10 – Is a fat-soluble, vitamin-like substance, which acts as an

antioxidant that helps cells make energy. Organ meats, such as liver, kidney, heart

and some seafood are particularly high in CoQ10.

Garlic – This herb is commonly used to add flavor to food. The U.S. Dept. of

Agriculture's Human Nutrition Center in Beltsville, MD, has demonstrated that the

herb can reduce not only levels of blood fat, but blood sugar at the same time

increasing the level of insulin in the blood. This means better diabetes control.

Magnesium – Low levels of this mineral are

often found in those with diabetes.

Magnesium can be found naturally in foods

such as leafy vegetables, nuts, seeds, and

some whole grains. Magnesium plays an

important role throughout the body,

including the heart, nerve and muscles, while

making proteins and handling glucose.

Omega 3 Fatty Acids – Omega-3’s play numerous roles in a number of bodily

functions; moving calcium and other substances in and out of cells, the relaxation

and contraction of muscles, blood clotting, digestion, fertility, cell division, and

growth. Studies have found Omega-3’s to be beneficial in decreasing the rate of heart

disease, reducing inflammation, and lowering triglyceride levels. For diabetics

Omega-3s are important primarily because having diabetes increases a person’s risk

for heart disease and stroke.



Bitter Melon – An herb, which helps regulate blood sugar,

levels making it useful for those with diabetes mellitus as

lectins from bitter gourd may possess significant

antilipolytic and lipogenic properties. It is useful as an

emetic, purgative, and as an anthelmintic, in jaundice,

and piles while helping with indigestion.

Biotin – Biotin benefits include its crucial role in energy

metabolism. Biotin acts as a coenzyme and carries carbon

dioxide. It also plays a role in fat synthesis, amino acid

metabolism and glycogen synthesis. It is suggested that

biotin benefits people with diabetes by helping to break

down carbohydrates and lower blood sugar levels. It is

possible that biotin benefits hair by keeping it shiny and

helping it maintain color. Weight loss may be another biotin

benefit, as the vitamin is essential in the conversion of carbohydrates, fats and

proteins to energy. It is also involved in the metabolism of carbohydrates, amino acids

and fats and is also essential in the formation of fatty acids and glucose.

Gymnema Sylvestre – Several studies collaborate

the fact that gymnema leaf can increase insulin

secretion. In many diabetes cases, insulin secretion

is lower than normal which explains the difficulty

of the body to control and regulate blood sugar

levels. This supplement also reduces body weight

and weight gain. This leaf is so effective in

controlling diabetes that patients on medication have been able to discontinue the

use of conventional drugs. These Type 2 Diabetes patients have maintained a normal

blood glucose level with only the use of gymnema sylvestre. This dietary supplement

also has the ability to eliminate the desire and craving for sweets, sugar and candies.

By doing this, it reduces weight and help people get a healthier diet. It also lowers

cholesterol and helps the body develop a good balance between body fat and lean

muscle mass.



Cinnamon Powder – Studies have shown that

just 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon per day can lower

LDL cholesterol while 1 teaspoon each morning

with a tablespoon of honey has provided

significant relief in arthritis pain. Several studies

suggest that cinnamon has a regulatory effect on

blood sugar, making it especially beneficial for

people with Type 2 diabetes. In some studies,

cinnamon has shown an amazing ability to stop medication-resistant yeast infections

while reducing the proliferation of leukemia and lymphoma cancer cells. Cinnamon

powder also has an anti-clotting effect on the blood while smelling cinnamon can

boost cognitive function and memory. It is a great source of manganese, fiber, iron,

and calcium.

Fenugreek – This herb can help balance blood

sugar levels, and contains choline, which aids

the thinking process. Fenugreek has been the

focus of several studies concerning the

treatment of diabetes and the prevention of

breast cancer. Its ability to balance hormone

levels aids in treating PMS and menopause. Its

antioxidants slow ageing and help prevent

disease. The plant has also been employed against bronchitis, fevers, sore throats,

wounds swollen glands, skin irritations, diabetes, ulcers, and in the treatment of

cancer. Fenugreek has been used to promote lactation and as an aphrodisiac. The

herb contains an amino acid called 4-hydroxyisoleucine, which appears to increase

the body's production of insulin when blood sugar levels are high.

Banaba – Banaba, or Banaba Leaf is an herb, which

enhances immune system reserves and balances blood

sugar levels. While it lessens food cravings it perpetuates

effortless weight loss. Banaba (lagerstroemia spesiosa l or

queens crepe myrtle) promotes healthy insulin levels,

which results in balancing blood sugar. This relieves

considerable stress from the immune system and aids in

the prevention of excess fat storage, obesity and hypertension. It has been shown, in

years of clinical trials, to effectively alleviate diabetic conditions. Unlike prescription

blood sugar modifiers, banaba is not temperature sensitive.



Two Medicines Are Better Than One

The Chinese have an old adage according to which "walking on both feet," is better than

walking on one. In our present discussion, it would imply that a combination of Eastern

and Western medical systems could produce better results than a single procedure.

Many practitioners of alternate medicine do just that. Since there may be many

underlying factors influencing our health -- poor digestion, nutritional deficiency, toxicity,

emotional stress, etc. – holistic healthcare along with the use of modern medicine’s hi-

tech, scientific diagnostic tools can be very effective in diabetes management.

Unfortunately, a conventional doctor who has 20 patients with diabetes will often provide

each of them with the same protocol, thus treating the condition and not the

patients individually. An alternative practitioner in contrast realizes that diabetes can

have many causes. He or she will try to identify each of these causes and treat them

individually and differently. This difference between these two approaches is the

cornerstone of alternative medicine.

Become Your Own Healthcare Provider

Doctors today agree that the "cut, burn and poison" approach to disease

completely ignores the role of our natural defense mechanism, i.e., our immunological

system. In fact, many invasive procedures and chemical protocols weaken the immune

system that is already under assault from the disease producing germs and microbes.

A doctor can’t cure diabetes! The cure eventually comes from our own immune systems.

The doctor's job is merely to provide all the requisite tools and conditions that would

make the job of our stressed out immunological system a wee bit easier.

So ultimately, it’s our job to preserve our health!



The Myths and Truth About Diabetes

Myth #1: Type 1 diabetes always starts in childhood, Type 2 starts later.

The Truth: Usually, but not always. Type 1 Diabetes can be diagnosed as late as 40

and an increasing number of people are being diagnosed with Type 2

diabetes at a younger age because of rising rate of childhood obesity.

Myth #2: You can be diabetic without knowing it.

The Truth: This is true only for Type 2 because the symptoms can get overlooked

in a majority of cases. People with Type 2 generally have the

condition for 5-10 years on average before being diagnosed.

However, with Type 1 diabetes the symptoms are much more obvious.

Myth #3: Only fat people get diabetes.

The Truth: Type 1 Diabetes is not caused by the fat accumulated in the body and

even with Type 2 diabetes, which is strongly linked to obesity; around

20% of sufferers are of normal body weight. You can be slim and

develop Type 2 diabetes if you have other risk factors.

Myth #4: Diabetics cannot – must not – consume sugar.

The Truth: Once you find out the degree of your condition, you can then determine

how to effectively manage your sugar intake.

Myth #5: People with diabetes must cut out all carbs from their diets.

The Truth: Carbs are vital for providing energy and should form the basis of any

diet. However, diabetics should aim to eat foods that provide a slow,

steady energy release. The glycemic index (GI) is useful because it

shows how quickly carbs are converted into blood sugar. Generally it is

advisable for diabetes to make small changes in their diet, like

swapping white bread and long-grain rice for lower-GI granary bread,

and combining a high-GI food like a jacket potato with a low-GI food

like beans.



Myth #6: Diabetes is not dangerous.

The Truth: There is no running away from the fact that diabetes is dangerous and

can have serious long-term complications, leading to heart disease,

blindness, kidney failure and nerve damage. It can be dangerous if not

managed or controlled.

Myth #7: Diabetes in pregnancy is just a blip.

The Truth: Gestational diabetes goes away once the baby is born, but it means you

are at more risk of developing Type 2 diabetes later on in life. It is an

indicator that our body is not producing or using insulin as efficiently as

it could be.

Myth #8: Diabetes is caused by over consumption of sweets.

The Truth: Being overweight puts us at higher risk of Type 2 diabetes, but as

mentioned before, it makes no difference which food made us fat.

Sugar is high in calories so it can contribute to weight gain, but it

doesn’t directly cause diabetes.

Myth #9: Diabetics just need a daily shot of insulin to survive.

The Truth: This may be true in the case of Type 1 diabetes because the body

cannot produce any insulin itself, but not in the case of people with

Type 2, which has to be treated with a carefully monitored diet and

exercise schedule.

Myth#10: Alcohol is completely ruled out for diabetics.

The Truth: Alcohol is fine in moderation, i.e., 1-2 units a day for women and 2- 3

for men. However, alcohol can also cause low blood sugar so it should

not be consumed too quickly, or on an empty stomach.

Myth#11: Diabetics cannot - or rather should not – exercise.

The Truth: Exercise in fact does aid the body’s use of insulin. With Type 1

diabetes, exercise may cause erratic swings in blood sugar levels, but

that does not mean we should not exercise, as the benefits outweigh

the risks. We may just have to adjust your medication to compensate

for the extra glucose being used. Type 2 Diabetics; exercise is a must for a

complete overview of healthy living



Celebrity Diabetics

Diabetes makes no distinction between rich and poor, and stars such as Tom Hanks,

Halle Berry, Larry King, Randy Jackson, Drew Carey are well-known cases of celebrity

diabetes. They do not, however, allow it to have a negative impact their professional or

personal lives and they all have reported a natural health lifestyle is what has kept their

type 2 diabetes in check.

The implications of not controlling diabetes on the other hand can also be serious as in

the premature death of music legend Johnny Cash. Most celebrities however are learning

that the best way to fight chronic disease and go on to live long and happy lives by

following a healthy natural lifestyle pattern.



Fighting Type 2 Diabetes, Naturally

The glycemic index system for rating carbs can actually help you beat diabetes,

heart attacks, an appetite that's out of control, and more. It can offer health benefits not

just for diabetics, but also for almost everyone.

Invented in the early 1980s by University of Toronto researchers as a tool to help control

diabetes, the glycemic index ranks carbohydrate foods by their effect on your blood sugar

levels.

From the Research Lab

A 1999 Swedish study of Type 2 Diabetes found that 4 weeks on a low-GI diet lowered

blood glucose and insulin by 30% compared to a high-GI diet. In a 4-month study led by

the University of Toronto's Thomas Wolever, MD, a low-GI diet markedly improved

insulin sensitivity in a group of pre-diabetic insulin-resistant people.

In a 6-year study of male health professionals, men eating the lowest-GI diets were 25%

less likely to get Diabetes. In the Nurses' Health Study, the most powerful diabetes

protection--a drop in risk of one-third or more--came from eating a low-GI diet and

getting lots of fiber (7.5 g daily).



The Good, Better, and Best of Carbs

The type of carbs we eat can make a positive difference on our health and the glycemic

index helps us choose the best carbs for us. This index can be used to choose meals and

snacks that give us an edge against diabetes, heart attacks, and possibly even cancer. And

don't be surprised if you find yourself losing weight to boot!

The glycemic index (or GI, for short) assigns carbohydrate-containing foods a number

based on how they affect blood sugar, or blood glucose. Low-GI carbs are healthy; high-

GI carbs are not.

Foods with a GI less than 55 cause only a little blip in blood sugar.

Foods with a GI of 55 to 70 produce a slight rise in blood sugar

Foods with a GI of more than 70 send blood sugar soaring.

No matter what form the carb takes initially ---the lactose in a milk, the starch in a bowl

of whole-grain cereal, the sucrose in table sugar --- eventually, the body has to break it

down to glucose. Glucose winds up in the bloodstream, fueling the cells. What makes a

GI number high or low is how quickly the food breaks down during digestion. The longer

our bodies have to wrestle with the carb to break it down into glucose, the slower the

rise in blood glucose and the lower the GI.

The High Risk of a High GI

The problem with eating lots of high-GI foods is this: When blood sugar soars, so does

the hormone insulin. Insulin's main duty is to scoop up excess blood sugar and store it

safely in muscle tissue. In moderation, insulin is a good guy, but it becomes a killer when

its levels spike repeatedly, triggering diabetes, heart disease, and possibly cancer.

The bad news is that insulin is spiking all the time in people who consume high-GI fare

such as bagels, doughnuts, french fries, and other quickly absorbed starchy

carbohydrates. Experts point out that our modern diets offer vastly more opportunity

to eat starchy high-GI foods than the diets on which our race evolve.



Food and Diabetes

Fortunately, diabetes experts no longer recommend a single diet for all people with

diabetes. Instead, they advocate dietary regimes that are flexible and take into account

a person's lifestyle and particular health needs.

Would you believe that ancient Egyptians consumed nothing stronger than cabbage to

combat 87 deadly diseases while onion was good enough for curbing another 28!

They didn’t have an aspirin or tylenol to depend on. Nor, did they have an agency like

ADA in those days.

Today, because, there are so many authorities on health, each working at a cross-purpose,

there seems to be no agreement on what constitutes good health. The result… that there

are more myths than truths about treatment for various diseases.

Take for instance ADA’s latest diet recommendation for diabetics. The new guidelines

relax restrictions on sugar rich foods. This is not surprising considering that the ADA,

which relies mainly on donations to fund its efforts, accepted more than $23 million

dollars from food manufacturers and drug companies in 2011. The charity even licenses

its logo to various food companies for use on diet or low-sugar products in exchange for

sponsorship money, according to Jessica Fraser’s report on News Target

(http://www.newstarget.com/021183.html)

The ADA's advice to diabetics is that they can keep eating all the ice cream, sweets and

soft drinks they want, as long as they control their blood sugar with pharmaceuticals,

which is not just absurd, but potentially dangerous.

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Meanwhile, national surveys continue to demonstrate that the lack of Recommended

Daily Amounts (RDA) of nutrients in our diets and increased intake of sugar-rich food is

the leading cause of degenerative diseases, including diabetes. Research shows that the

prevalence of degenerative diseases ---- or what are more commonly known as lifestyle

diseases ---- is almost absent in aboriginal societies. The diseases include coronary heart

diseases, high blood pressure, degenerated disc, osteoarthritis, appendicitis, gallstone,

diabetes, obesity, strokes, hemorrhoids, hiatal hernia, dental caries, rectal polyps,

varicose veins, cancer of colon, ovarian or breast cancer. The interesting fact here is that

lifestyle (especially eating habits) has been attested to being the biggest factor

contributing to this wide scale difference. The aboriginal studies found that the

Greenland Eskimos have a diet that was much higher in good fat (i.e. fish) and low in

refined sugary carbohydrates, compared to that of the modern societies primarily sugar

rich and low nutrient fast food.

This is the reason I have dubbed ADA’s new guidelines as the biggest diet deception in

the medical world! It promotes sugar as safe whereas, anyone with the slightest bit of

medical knowledge of the disease would tell you that exactly the reverse is true for

diabetics.

The Deadly Link Between Grains, Sugar and Mycotoxins

Did you know that sugar is the primary food of fungi? This makes the carbohydrates in

all grains such as corn, wheat, and rice among their most cherished foods. Incidentally,

we ingest mycotoxins in meats and dairy products when mold-infested grains are feed to

cattle. While cooking kills them, their mycotoxins are virtually heat-resistant. In addition,

these poisons are highly fat-soluble so they may abound in foods such as the fat in grain-

fed meats.



A Matter of Fat

Did you know that eating out at fast-food restaurants more than twice a week

dramatically increases the risk of diabetes? A disconcerting findings of a team of

U.S.-based researchers who have f o u n d a strong link between not just fast food and

obesity; but also fast food and diabetes. What’s worse, they also found that fast food

increases Insulin resistance in your body.

According to study done by Dr. David Ludwig of the Children's Hospital. An epidemic of

obesity has coincided with the rapid expansion of fast-food outlets. What’s even worse,

obesity has been found to cut life expectancy by an average nine years while

increasing the risk of heart disease, strokes and some cancers. And an alarming

figure of 30,000 deaths a year is blamed on obesity!

Fat and Diabetes

For several years scientists have known that fatty diets, obesity and Type 2 diabetes are

linked, but they were not able to explain why until researchers at the University of

California at San Diego came up with the answer.

The reason is that a particular enzyme, Gnt-4a glycosyltransferase (Gnt-4a), which is

vital to the production of Insulin is suppressed by fatty foods. The enzyme plays a key

role in enabling pancreatic cells to sense blood glucose levels and produce appropriate

levels of Insulin.



Fat Components

Unsaturated oils appear to increase cell

fluidity and flexibility, thus contributing to

overall health. Chemically, these may be

monounsaturated or polyunsaturated, both

of which can bring down blood cholesterol

substantially when substituted for saturated

fats. Heart-healthy monounsaturated fats ––

oils like olive and canola –– stay liquid at

room temperature but become cloudy or solidify if put in the refrigerator. Avocados and

most nuts (including spreads like peanut butter) contain monounsaturated fats, as well as

many other essential nutrients, therefore making them healthy additions to your diet.

Polyunsaturated fats are liquid at room

temperature as well as when refrigerated. It

is found in vegetable oils such as corn, soy,

sunflower and safflower. Peanut oil is on the

lower end of the unsaturated spectrum, but it

is easily utilized by the body and can be

totally hydrogenated, leaving no unhealthy

Trans Fats.

Labeled as ‘bad’, saturated fats and Trans Fats are sometimes lumped together and can

clog arteries and raise levels of LDL ("bad" cholesterol). Health authorities recommend

that these fats should not exceed 10 percent of your calories (22 grams for a 2,000 calorie

diet) if your LDL is less than 130. Animal products like butter, lard, whole milk and meat

are high in saturated fats, which are solid and waxy at room temperature. So diabetics

should immediately cut short their intake in daily meals.

Meanwhile, Trans Fats have similar effects as

saturated fats, with an added negative at high levels

because they not only raise LDL levels, but they also

reduce HDL (the good cholesterol). Trans fats began

showing up in high amounts about 20 years ago in

many foods after commercial processors began using

polyunsaturated fats (considered healthy)



Eating Smart

Eating vegetable fats or polyunsaturated fats instead of saturated fats can significantly

lower the risk for diabetes in postmenopausal women, according to a study to be

published in the issue of Diabetes Care.

This study may bring good cheer to people who are also trying to lose weight as a means

of warding off Type 2 diabetes that has long been associated with obesity. The Iowa

Women's Health Study, led by researchers at the Harvard and University of Minnesota

Schools of Public Health, found that substituting vegetable fat for saturated fats in the

diets of women ages 55-69 lowered their risk for Type 2 diabetes by 22%. Substituting

polyunsaturated fats for saturated fats lowered the risk by 16%.

Diet

And finally, a few diet suggestions from The Basic Basics Diabetes Handbook by

nutritional therapist Jane Frank to help you ward off both obesity and diabetes:

Those with Type 2 diabetes can achieve lower blood glucose and blood fats

following a diet made up of 30% protein, 40% carbohydrate and 30% fat. This

eating pattern must be characterized by high intake of vegetables, fruit, whole

grains and a low intake of red meat, processed meat, high-fat dairy products

and refined grains.

Doctors often recommend broccoli.

Onions and garlic appear to increase Insulin in the blood by preventing it being

inactivated by the liver.

Buckwheat may help increase Insulin sensitivity, helping the body to use Insulin

more effectively.

Cinnamon, just one gram a day, could reduce blood glucose levels by 20 per cent.

Oily fish lowers serum triglycerides and contribute to glycemic control



Understanding Carbohydrates

The Atkins and South Beach diets have caused us to look at carbohydrates in a new way.

Your mind may differentiate between c a r b s t h a t taste sweet ('sugar') and those that

don't ('starch) --- but your body doesn’t. The first and most important point to

understand is that all carbohydrates are sugars.

The simple sugars in foods that are most important to human nutrition are called sucrose,

fructose, lactose, and maltose. However, the only sugar our bodies care about is glucose

because that’s the only sugar that’s can be absorbed by the body and converted into

energy. All other simple sugars are broken down during digestion process to the primary

food type, i.e., glucose. Here is a description of various sugar types;

Sucrose is the white granulated substance that

most of us think of as 'sugar' and put into our

cereal every morning. Sucrose is derived from

sugar cane, sugar beets, and the syrup from

sugar maple trees. Sucrose is also naturally

present in most fruits and vegetables, along

with higher amounts of other sugars. Sucrose is

a disaccharide (meaning 'two sugars') which

coverts to glucose and fructose.

Fructose is the form of sugar found in fruits,

honey, and corn syrup. It is nearly twice as

sweet as sucrose. When fructose is added to

processed foods, manufacturers can say that

their product has no added sugar. This is a

‘legal technicality’ since fructose really is a

sugar…just not sucrose. Fructose is a

monosaccharide (meaning 'one sugar'), which is

absorbed intact and changed into glucose by

the liver.



Lactose is the sugar found in milk and milk products. It is also a disaccharide that

converts into glucose and galactose. (Galactose is changed into glucose in the liver)

Maltose is a sugar found in grains. It is a disaccharide, but rather than getting

converted into glucose and fructose or galactose, it breaks down into glucose…and

MORE glucose. Thus, for diabetics this is the worst form of 'sugar.'

No “Ose” For You!

So you can be sure than when you see on the label of a product ending with these

three letters, it is almost certain to be a sugar. Dextrose, for example, is merely another

name for glucose. The only exception is cellulose. Although cellulose is, indeed, a

complex sugar molecule is the material that plant cell walls are made of. The human

digestive system has no enzyme to digest cellulose. It has no nutritional value and

passes straight through you. Cellulose once used to be called roughage. Now we refer to

it as fiber.

Four Easy Diet Changes for Diabetes

Tweaking lifestyle is the first step in diabetes prevention - and it's never too late to

start. Consider these latest diabetes prevention tips from the American Diabetes

Association:

Tip 1: Lighten Up

If overweight, diabetes prevention may simply hinge on weight loss. Every pound lost

can improve health. And you may be surprised by how much. In one study, overweight

adults who lost a modest amount of weight - 5 percent to 10 percent of initial body

weight - and exercised regularly reduced the risk of developing Diabetes by 58 percent

over three years.

To keep weight in a healthy range, we should focus on permanent changes to eating

and exercise habits. Involve other family members as well. Motivation can come from

remembering the benefits of losing weight, such as a healthier heart, more energy and

improved self-esteem.



Tip 2: Be A Trend Setter, Not A Fad Follower

Low-carb, high-protein or other fad diets may help

us lose weight at first, but they're not likely to help

us maintain a healthy weight in the long run. By

excluding or strictly limiting a particular food

group, we may in fact be giving up essential

nutrients. Instead, think variety and portion

control as part of an overall healthy-eating plan.

Choose healthy foods low in fat and calories,

including fruits, vegetables and various lean foods from the other major food groups.

Tip 3: Follow the Fiber

It's rough, it's tough - and it can reduce the risk of Diabetes by improving blood sugar

control. And that's not all. Fiber also reduces the risk of heart disease. It can even

promote weight loss by helping us feel full longer.

Aim for 25 to 50 grams of fiber a day. Foods high in fiber include fruits, vegetables,

beans, whole grains, nuts and seeds.

Tip 4: Great Grains

Whole grains are another important piece in the Diabetes-prevention puzzle. Try to make

at least half of the grains whole grains. Even if we’ve been eating white bread and baking

with refined flour for years, switching to whole grains is easier than we think. Many

foods made from whole grains come ready to eat, including various breads, pasta

products and ready-to-eat cereals. Look for the word "whole" on the package and among

the first few items in the ingredient list.

Try to choose items with at least 3 grams of fiber per serving.



Fowl Up

Feast on poultry; chicken, goose, duck, and turkey may be enjoyed often. Note: turkey

is very low in fat, so fat needs to be added in order to slow down digestion.

Fatten Up

Perhaps, surprisingly animal and meat fats do not affect blood sugar. They may,

however, affect cholesterol, so enjoy them, but in moderation.

Go Fishing

Fish and seafood of all types are good for many aspects of total body health again in

moderation.

Egg-cellent Choice

Enjoy eggs often. But do avoid "omega-3 eggs" as these have been artificially fed which

upsets the natural fatty acid profile.

Be A Dairy Queen (or King)

Dairy products such as cheeses and yogurt, and can be enjoyed with moderation and are a

great way to add flavor to sauces and drinks.



Foods Too Avoid

Any healthy eating plan requires we simply learn to say “no” to some foods that we may

be eating regularly. Some of these names are obvious – others less so.

Sugar and artificial sweeteners. The only exception is stevia or raw natural honey.

Sweets and chocolates, including so-called sugar-free types.

"Diet" and "sugar-free" foods in general.

Processed grains and foods made from them: white flour, rye, barley, corn, white rice,

white bread, pasta, pastry, cakes, biscuits, pies, tarts, breakfast cereals, etc.

Starchy vegetables: potatoes and parsnips in particular.

Milk, except in small quantities.

Cottage cheese, again except in small amounts

Learn to Say NO to Packaged Foods

Beware of commercially packaged foods such as

TV dinners, "lean" or "light" in particular, and fast

foods, snack foods and "health foods". They all

contain chemical substances, which we can easily

do without.



Mind and Body

It’s all in the mind, even the control of

this disease…

Who would know better than you,

how stressful it is to be diabetic? But

did you also know that we could

actually cope with the disease as we

deal with stress of it? Researchers

maintain people who bel ieve they

control their diabetes are better off

than those who do not see their

diabetes as under their control.

This self control can be achieved either through psychological techniques such as

developing a positive attitude, meditation, self-hypnosis; by causal attribution; or by

behavioral techniques such as diet regulation, medication, accessing information or

controlling side-effects. But first, let’s examine stress…

That awful feeing…

Though stress can have a different impact on different people, we all experience it in

some form or the other, everyday –– noise, crowd, a bad relationship, job interview,

meeting deadlines or while commuting to work.

The signs are also common –– sweaty palms,

heart palpitations, fatigue, headaches or even

worse, depression, anger, frustration or the

vague feeling of uneasiness. But what you may

not know is that stress is not an isolated problem.

Instead, it is a part of a complex response that not

only affects our emotions but our body’s

metabolism as well.



Stress and Your Body

Stress is a natural survival response, which occurs when we feel threatened by thoughts or

external stressors. When we are in a stressful situation, our circulatory system shoots up

and blood is pushed rapidly towards different parts of the body. To the organs and

systems that protect us against these threats and as a consequence, this increases

our blood pressure.

However, because the blood supply has been diverted, the supply to the digestive system

is reduced as well, making the process of digestion slower and less effective. Stress also

constricts the blood vessels, increases heart rate, and produces other physiological

manifestations, all instantaneously!

We may also tremble or perspire. The face may flush and we may feel a surge of

adrenaline flow through our body. Our mouth may become dry and we may feel

nauseated, and breathing may become more rapid and shallow. The heart begins to

pound and muscles may become tight, leading to headaches or cramps.

Though stress prepares us to counter any threat, it may also lead to an inability to respond

in a way that eliminates it. An unabated stress may cause even more stress -- creating a

vicious cycle and taking a heavy toll on our body. In fact, many researchers believe

prolonged stress puts such a strain on the body in a manner that the immune

system eventually breaks down and in the process makes the body vulnerable to

numerous other diseases.

Stress and Diabetes

Stress is particularly dangerous for people with diabetes. The hormones the body releases

as part of the fight response are actually meant to prepare the body for quick action.

These hormones break down stored glycogen into blood glucose, which the body should

be able to use for energy. But people with diabetes cannot effectively use this extra

glucose for energy, so the result is a rapid rise in blood sugar.

During times of stress, our self-care skills may also slip a bit. When we’re under pressure,

if we have to meet a tight deadline for example, we may not take time to eat. Even if we

do eat, chances are we won't spend too much time choosing foods that fit into our

diet plan. Alternatively, maybe we’ll decide to forgo exercise, because there are just too

many other important things on our 'to do' list. Any of these behaviors can seriously

impair blood sugar levels.



Therefore, Know Your Metabolism

From the discussion above, it’s clear that there is a close relationship between stress and

glucose metabolism. Some scientists have suggested that autonomic nervous system is

involved in Type 2 diabetes. Stressful stimuli produce a prolonged sympathetic nervous

system discharge that increases the production of epinephrine, a chemical substance

produced in adrenal gland medulla.

All this interferes with the function of pancreas and carbohydrate metabolism. In

addition, cortisol, increased by chronic stress, causes increased glucose production by the

liver and increased cellular resistance to insulin. Both effects promote higher blood

glucose levels, which may lead to obesity and a predisposition to diabetes.

Sources of Stress in Diabetics

There are two ways of looking at the issue. Stress may affect the diabetic condition. On

the other hand, the realization that we are suffering from a chronic ailment can cause us

stress. We may feel under a great deal of pressure to maintain 'perfect' control of our

diabetes because the side effects of diabetes are interfering with our life and

relationships.

We all have a unique way of responding to stress or what we perceive as “stressful

situations.” Our upbringing, self-esteem, beliefs about ourselves and the world, the way

in which we guide ourselves in our thoughts and actions–all of these factors determine

the quality and strength of our stress response.

The degree to which we feel in control of our life also plays an important role in this

response, as does the way we feel, both physically and emotionally, and the way we get

along with other people.

In summary, everyone's method of dealing with stress is unique and individual. It’s a

product of our thoughts, emotions and behaviors.



So How Should You Cope With Stress?

You’ll be happy to learn that by merely maintaining a positive and happy disposition; we

can control our diabetes and avoid many of its long-term complications. Because diabetes

can be exhausting to control effectively over the long run, it is important to pay close

attention to both our psychological well-being, as well as our metabolic control.

Ideal diabetic management occurs when we are satisfied with the treatment regime

and are also maintaining effective blood glucose control. Simply following one or the

other measure won’t do --- both have to move in tandem.

Useful Stress Busters

Experts contend that certain relaxation

techniques and regular exercise can be

extremely useful in stress management.

There are many different types of clinical

relaxation techniques, including meditation

and deep breathing, hypnosis and

biofeedback. Discuss the technique that

would be most appropriate for you with

your diabetes team.

Pinpoint the source of your stress. Try to

objectively identify your stressors and

pinpoint what specifically is causing you to feel stress. Maybe you are having a hard time

with the symptoms of diabetes. Maybe you are tired of sticking to your treatment

program, or maybe you are just tired of thinking about Diabetes. Once identified,

eliminate as many stressors from your life as possible.

Certain physical activities can be a great means of stress control. Exercise is not only a

good way to release stress but can also be a very beneficial part of the diabetes

treatment.



Finally, regardless of how diabetes is affecting you, there is still some kind of exercise,

which could suit your stress-busting needs. Brisk walking, swimming and dancing, for

instance, all allow release of tension.

Meanwhile, be positive and fight back with

confidence.

Exercise good judgment

When you’re ready to exercise, you should start slowly and gradually build stamina.

Work your way up to 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise most days of the

week. While working out, we need to remember to take good care of ourselves.

Check blood sugar before, during and after exercise - especially if you take insulin

or medications that can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). It is recommended you

carry glucose tablets or hard candy in case ones blood sugar drops too low or you feel

shaky, nervous or confused.

Pay attention to y our feet. Wear smooth-fitting socks and comfortable athletic shoes.

Examine the feet before and after exercise for any signs of potential damage, such

as cuts or blisters.

Drink plenty of fluids while exercising, especially when it's hot. Dehydration can

increase blood sugar. If exercising for more than an hour, we should drink

carbohydrate-containing beverages rather than plain water.

Experiencing warning signs - severe shortness of breath, dizziness, faintness, nausea,

chest pain, heart palpitations, or pain in an arm or in your jaw - stop exercising. If

you don't feel better within 15 minutes, seek immediate medical help. Once you

understand how y our body responds to exercise, we’ll be even closer to a healthier

body.



Muscle Power

Think of your muscles as itty-bitty fuel tanks. They store glucose (sugar) and they burn it

to make energy. If our tank is full (of glucose), it doesn’t matter how much or how little

we eat, our muscle ‘tanks’ can’t store it. So, we have to empty out the muscle tanks

(through exercise) every day in order to ‘make room’ for the calories we take in when we

eat.

Increasing physical activity can help to lose weight. But even if it doesn't, it's still

important to get off the couch. Whether to lose weight or not, physical activity lowers

blood sugar and boosts our sensitivity to insulin - which helps keep blood sugar within a

normal range.

When we exercise, our muscles use sugar (glucose) for energy. This reduces the blood

sugar. The more strenuous the workout, the longer the effect lasts - there's more.

With Type 2 Diabetes, exercise can increase insulin sensitivity. This means the body

requires less insulin to escort sugar into our cells. Along with a healthy-eating plan,

exercise may even reduce - or eliminate - our need for glucose-lowering medication.

In addition, exercise boosts mood and energy levels! What’s not to like about that?

Even Mini Efforts Can Yield Maxi Results

Diabetes increases the risk of high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke and other

cardiovascular diseases. Exercise counteracts the risk by improving blood flow,

increasing the heart's pumping power and improving cholesterol levels.

And, of course, exercise can help us lose weight - and keep it off.

Regular exercise can greatly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease (a major risk for

those with diabetes), help us lose weight and manage stress. If you can’t work with a

personal trainer, get regular exercise by joining a gym or social club that’s centered

around physical activities (mall walking, for example), or get family members to join you

for walks or bike rides.

Start with strength and cardiovascular exercises —as 10 minutes a day is a great start. It

is easy to get frustrated, but even better to persist and get positive results. The goal is to

eventually build a low ratio of fat to muscle and increase insulin sensitivity.



Exercises that lead to a total body workout are preferable, even for beginners. Try a regiment of

traditional push-ups. (If you can't do them, try the modified version with knees on the floor for

support). Just do as many as you can, and build up to completing 3 sets of 10 reps.

Eating to Win

Try to eat 1 to 2 hours before exercise (to optimize energy for a workout), and

check blood sugar before and after exercising.

Consult Your Doctor

Before jumping into a fitness program, get your doctor's OK to exercise - especially if

you've been inactive for a long period of time. Discuss with your doctor which activities

you're contemplating and whether you should impose certain restrictions pertaining to

one or more exercises.

For example, if you have diabetic retinopathy - abnormal growth of blood vessels on your

retina - strenuous activity could lead to bleeding or retinal detachment. You may need to

avoid certain activities, such as weightlifting or jogging. If you have reduced sensation in

your feet, your doctor may recommend non-weight-bearing activities, such as swimming

or biking.

Also discuss with your doctor the best time to exercise. If have to take insulin, you might

need to adjust your insulin dose before exercising or wait a few hours to exercise after

injecting insulin.



Action Plan

Exercise daily or at least five times a week.

Exercise for 45 to 55 minutes at a time.

Exercise has no long-term effect on glucose. 24 – 48 hours after your workout,

the beneficial effects on Diabetes and its control are lost. Therefore exercise is a

life-long commitment.

Get committed to your exercise plan!

Control of blood glucose for those with Diabetes improves and stabilizes

even before weight loss is achieved.

Alcohol, Smoking and Diabetes

More than 12,000 middle-age males and females participated in the multi-center

Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities study, where researchers tracked participants'

alcohol consumption and other health risk factors over a period of several years. W.H.

Linda Kao, Bloomberg School of Public Health, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore,

MD, USA, and study colleagues reported in the October 2009 edition of American

Journal of Epidemiology that excess -- not moderate levels -- of alcohol consumption

could increase a subject’s chances for developing Type 2 diabetes.

The results can be more alarming for those who drink liquor compared to those who

drink just beer or wine! Not just alcohol, but smoking can also play havoc with sugar

levels. A five-year Japanese study for instance has linked cigarette smoking to the risk of

developing Type 2 diabetes. Researchers there found that the longer their 1,266 middle-

aged male subjects smoked, the worse the health impact. They calculated that smoking

over 31 cigarettes a day, increased the risk of developing diabetes four fold compared to

non-smokers.



Complementary Care

Managing stress is key to managing blood sugar levels. In addition to a seek out extra

activities that optimize their physical and emotional medically recommended treatment

plan, many people find it helpful to health. These are called complementary therapies,

because they fit alongside, rather than in place of, the doctor's advice.

One example of a complementary therapy is taking vitamins and other supplements.

Another example of a complementary therapy is joining a weight-loss, stop smoking,

or other group, in order to fight a habit that compounds the health risks brought on by

diabetes.

A third example is engaging in a stress reduction activity. This is important because, for

many people, dealing with Diabetes is very stressful and can trigger depression or other

emotional problems. Examples of stress reduction activities include signing up for a yoga

class, learning deep breathing and other meditation exercises.

Complementary care doesn’t have to be expensive. To relieve stress and promote

wellness, something as simple as a scented bath or a massage from a partner can provide

tremendous benefits.

End Notes

Diabetes is a disease that affects millions of people and their families around the world.

However by taking good care of ourselves, we can control diabetes and prevent major

complications, which can come from it.

After all, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!



Checklist for Health

Lifestyle-related

Create a balanced meal plan and stick to it.

Exercise at least 3 – 4 times weekly for 20 to 40 min each session.

Manage stress the best you can with the strategies mentioned.

Stop smoking

Practice good food and skin care

Take your all-natural supplements that have been proven to have an impact on the

fight against diabetes.

See Your Doctor

Every 3-4 months for regular check-ups if you are treated with insulin.

Every 4-6 months if you are treated with other diabetes medications

Every 4-6 months if you are managing diabetes with diet and exercise alone.

Follow your medication schedule as prescribed by your doctor. You should know

the names of your medications (brand and generic names) and how they work.

Always keep a list of your medications with you.

Keep your blood glucose level at the recommended range.

Record your blood glucose and urine ketone test results. Bring your logbook with

you to all of your doctor’s visits.



Regular Testing

Test your blood glucose regularly, as recommended by your health care provider

and more often when you’re sick.

Test your urine for ketones when your blood glucose is over 300 mg/dl. (Tip:

Test your urine more often when you’re sick.)

Have a glycosylated hemoglobin test (HbA1c) four times a year or as recommended.

Have your eyes examined and have a urinalysis test once a year…or as often

as recommended by your doctor.

Have your cholesterol and triglyceride levels checked (lipid profile test) once

a year.

Have a dental examination every six months.

Listen to Your Body!

Diabetes is a serious condition. But with active participation and the support of a health

care team and family, you can manage diabetes while continuing to enjoy an active,

healthy life.

With the right mind frame and relaxed attitude you can do this! Everyday will not be

perfect and your body will let you know it! However every day you focus on natural ways

to take care of the one body you have in this life time you will be one step closer to

being free of this diabetes epidemic to spend more time with your loved ones!

I hope you have absorbed all the great information and realize how important it is to take

your health into your own hands.

All the best to you and your loved ones on your journey and remember we are here

to support you and to let you know you can do it. You can beat this disease!

We would love to hear your story. So please send us an update from time to time to let

us know how you are doing!

To Your Health



(For all you history buffs)…

Diabetes Through Time

Unlike many of the diseases and health challenges we face today, Diabetes has been with us

for centuries.

B.C.

1552 – The earliest recorded reference to Diabetes, mentioned on 3rd Dynasty

Egyptian papyrus by a physician by the name of Hesy-Ra; referring to frequent

urination as one of the major symptoms of diabetes.

A.D.

100 – The condition was described by Arateus as 'the melting down of flesh and

limbs into urine.'

164 - Greek physician mistakenly diagnoses diabetes as an ailment of the kidneys.

Until 1200 A.D., water-tasters, people who drank urine of those suspected of

having diabetes, were invited to make the diagnosis. The Latin word for honey is

mellitus and because the urine of diabetics is ‘sweet’ the condition later came to be

known as Mellitus Diabetes.

1600's – For the first time, Paracelsus, a renowned physician identifies diabetes as a

serious general disorder.

1800's - Chemical tests were created to measure the presence of sugar in urine.

Diabetes in the 1800’s

In the 19th Century, research into diabetes actually began to boom. Around the world,

especially in Europe, doctors and scientists began to look for answers and insights, which

could lead to an effective treatment of this debilitating disease.

In France, one physician (Priorry), advised diabetes patients to consume more sugar as an

effective means of treatment. His colleague, Dr. Bouchardat, noticed the disappearance of

glycosuria during the rationing of food in Paris during the Franco-Prussian War. This

caused him to pioneer the idea that diabetic diets need to be individualized.

In Germany, a medical student discovered that the pancreas contains two systems of cells, one



set secretes normal pancreatic juice, while the function of the other was yet unknown.

Several years later, these cells were identified as the 'islets of Langerhans.' It was a German

scientist, Georg Zuelzer who developed the first injectable pancreatic extract to suppress

Glycosuria. Unfortunately, there were extreme side effects to the treatment, so its use was

discontinued later.

20th

Century Treatment

Many fad diabetes diets became popular in the early part of the century. Among the first and

most popular was: the 'oat-cure', milk diet, rice cure, and 'potato therapy’. At one point,

even opium was proposed as a ‘dietary supplement’ for people identified with diabetes.

One of the most important findings of the early 20th Century emerged from the work of

Frederick Madison Allen. He published Studies Concerning Glycosuria and Diabetes, a book on

which the contemporary treatment of diabetes is based. Other milestones in this timeline

include:

1921 – The discovery of insulin as a treatment after a dog, whose pancreas was

removed, was successfully treated with it.

The 1940’s were pivotal years in diabetes research. Researchers discovered a vital link

between diabetes and long-term health complications such as kidney and eye

disease. Concurrently, Diabetes management was standardized with the

development of a uniform insulin syringe.

1955 – The first oral drugs to help lower blood glucose levels became available to

patients.

1959 – Diabetes was broken down into two types: Type 1 (insulin-dependent) and

Type 2 (non-insulin-dependent)

The 1960’s and 1970’s saw significant progress in Diabetes treatment ‘technology.’

The purity of insulin was improved. Advancements in home testing for sugar

levels in urine gave people greater control over their bodies and the disease. Blood

glucose meters and insulin pumps were developed and laser therapy was first used

to help slow or prevent blindness in some people with diabetes

1983 - First biosynthetic human insulin was introduced

1986 - Insulin pen delivery system was introduced



With the 1990’s, came the realization that more frequent insulin doses and personalized

treatment regimens based on a patient’s activity level and eating patterns can delay the

onset and progression of long-term complications in individuals with Type 1 Diabetes. The

importance of good glucose and blood pressure control in the delay and/or prevention of

complications in Type 2 Diabetes were also recognized.

21st

Century

Scientists began investigating various means of administering insulin without the use of a

syringe. Reports of the first major clinical trials successfully using a new inhaled form of insulin

were published. This insulin device is similar to an asthma inhaler. It delivered a dose of

insulin in a dry powder form through the mouth directly into the lungs from where it

easily entered the bloodstream. Scientists also begun experimenting with an in-the-cheek

(buccal) insulin product. This insulin is sprayed into the mouth and primarily absorbed

through the inner cheek walls.

Looking Back

Despite advancements in science, medicine, and technology, the 21st Century seems to be a

time when “everything old is new again.” So, while people across the world continue to

embrace progress, they are also beginning to reconsider alternative health strategies and

starting to prefer a more natural approach to health and healing.

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