Enjoy weddings, picnics, birthday parties, and other social events!
Prevent a heart attack,
stroke, blindness, amputation, or kidney failure!
Avoid the“insulin
addiction” trap!
Avoid becoming avictim
of illnessand
a victim of the medical industry, healthcare system,
and pharmaceutical companies.
Become avictor
of wellnessand
a role model for your family and friends.
Order the book
Death to Diabetes!
Death to Diabetes!
Watch the Video first !
Here’s a small glimpse of what you’ll find in this book
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: My Coma & Recovery
Chapter 3: Types of Diabetes
Chapter 4: The Diabetes Control & Reversal Model
Chapter 5: The Major Macronutrients
Chapter 6: The 5 “Live” and the 5 “Dead” Foods
Chapter 7: The Super Meal Model
Chapter 8: Nutritional Supplementation
Chapter 9: Cleansing / Detoxification
Chapter 10: Exercise
Chapter 11: Blood Glucose Testing / Doctor Visits
Chapter 12: Drugs / Medications
Chapter 13: Mind & Spirit
Chapter 14: The 6 Stages of Diabetes Control & Reversal
Chapter 15: Diabetic Complications
Chapter 16: Next Steps
Chapter 17: Recipes of Super Meals
Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Diabetes Type 2: You Can Reverse It Naturally
The First Year: Type 2 Diabetes:
An Essential Guide for the Newly Diagnosed
Dr. Bernstein's Diabetes Solution:
The Complete Guide to Achieving Normal Blood Sugars
Blood
Sugar 101: What They Don't Tell You About Diabetes
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To understand what happens as your blood sugar deteriorates from normal
to pre-diabetes,
and finally, to full-fledged
diabetes you need to first
understand how blood sugar control works in a normal body. Read
More....
It used to be said that having diabetes aged people an additional 20
years. Today, thanks to better
tools for managing diabetes and
preventing and treating its complications, people with
diabetes have the
opportunity to live longer than ever before.
Tight control
means getting as close to a normal (nondiabetic) blood
sugar level as you safely can.
Ideally, this means levels between 70 mg/dl (3.8 mmol/l)
and 130 mg/dl before meals (7.2 mmol/L),
and less than 180 (10mmol/L) two hours after starting a
meal, with a glycated hemoglobin (A1C) level
less than 7 percent. The target number for glycated
hemoglobin will vary depending on the type of test your
doctor's laboratory uses.
In real life, you should set your goals with your
doctor. Keeping a normal level all the time is not
practical.
And it's not needed to get results.
Every bit you
lower your blood sugar level helps to prevent
complications.
Living with tight control
To get tight control, you must do the following:
Pay more
attention to your diet and exercise.
Measure
your blood sugar levels more often.
If you take insulin, change how much you use and
your injection schedule.
Tightly controlling your blood sugar
levels soon after being diagnosed with Type
2 diabetes
can lead to lower risks of
diabetes complications—including heart
disease and death—years later.
Choosing a
healthy lifestyle can help you improve your
health and reduce your risk of heart
disease and
diabetes.
Healthy lifestyles include eating a healthy
diet, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising
regularly, quitting smoking (or not starting),
and minimizing stress. (Note: Specific guidance
for maintaining a healthy lifestyle may change
over time as new scientific recommendations
become available.) Learn more about each of the
factors that affect your lifestyle.
Excess body fat leads to health
problems such as type 2 diabetes, high
blood pressure, and high cholesterol.
Health professionals use a
measurement called body mass index (BMI)
to classify an adult's weight as
healthy, overweight, or obese.
BMI
describes body weight relative to height
and is correlated with total body fat
content in most adults.
Having excess abdominal body fat is
also a health risk. Men with a waist of
more than 40 inches around and women
with a waist
of 35 inches or
more are at
risk for health problems.
More than 60 percent of U.S. adults
are either overweight or obese,
according to the Centers for Disease
Control and
Prevention (CDC). While the number of overweight people has been
slowly climbing since the 1980s, the
number of obese adults has nearly
doubled since then.
Excess weight and physical inactivity
account for more than 300,000 premature
deaths each year in the United States,
second only to deaths
related to
smoking, says the CDC. People who are
overweight or obese are more likely to
develop heart disease, stroke,
high
blood pressure,
diabetes, gallbladder
disease and joint pain caused by excess
uric acid (gout). Excess weight can also
cause interrupted
breathing during sleep
(sleep apnea) and wearing away of the
joints (osteoarthritis).
To lose weight, you must eat less and
move more. Your body needs to burn more
calories than you take in.
Exercise improves heart function, lowers blood pressure and blood
cholesterol, helps manage diabetes, and
helps
control weight.
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood
Institute (NHLBI) at NIH recommends that
adults get at least 30 minutes of
moderate physical activity on
most days
of the week.
Talk to your doctor about what forms
of exercise are best for you.
For more information about exercise
and physical fitness, see:
There's no doubt about it, losing fat the traditional way is tough,
arduous and stressful.
And the really hard part is knowing what work and what doesn't,
especially with so many con-artists and snake-oil salesmen around,
trying to sell you the "next big thing" or "revolutionary new diet
pill".
Luckily, there is one system proven to reduce fat. A proven path to
fat loss that you can rely on,...
... whether you have the time or patience for the traditional fat
loss methods or not.
A dieting system unlike any other, with...
Incredible fat loss power of up to 42 lbs - and consistent appetite
supression.
A simple and easy to follow plan that means no more
hunger pangs.
An approach you can trust - over 50,000 copies sold,
cast iron 100% money-back guarantee.
The name of this new approach to fat loss? Fat Burning Furnace.
Fat Burning Furnace, written by Bob Polous, moves beyond traditional
diets, unproven diet pills and low fat "fad diets".
This radical new approach doesn't focus on these fads and shortcuts
to get results.
Instead, the unique system manipulates fat-loss hormones in your body
and confuses your metabolism - so you can actually eat more often and
still lose weight. There's no restrictive dieting here, just easy and
consistent gains.
In fact, with an increased metabolism, you'll actually need more food
and nutrition than usual - and you'll still be able to lose weight. It's
a simple, step-by-step system, and you can get started with as little as
45 minutes exercise per week.
This program has allowed thousands of average people to keep the fat
at bay, become more energised and looking better than ever. It also
comes with an eight-week guarantee, for your piece of mind.
And when you consider that this new approach to losing weight has
already sold tens of thousands of copies despite being less than a year
old, its clear it comes with a proven pedigree.
Click on the download link to visit the Fat Burning Furnace site, to
and start your journey towards consistent fat loss. It's time you
enjoyed the fat loss results you deserve, so don't delay.
Tightly controlling your
blood sugar levels soon after being diagnosed
with Type 2 diabetes
can lead to lower risks of
diabetes complications—including heart disease and death—years
later.
Tightly controlling your
blood sugar levels soon after being diagnosed
with Type 2 diabetes can lead to lower risks of
diabetes complications—
including heart disease and death—years
later.
Heart and
Blood Vessels
Education- NDEP Control diabetes by controlling glucose, blood pressure,
and cholesterol
Nearly 65 percent of people
with diabetes will die from a heart attack or
stroke; because of a lack of
available
information,
two out of three people with diabetes are
unaware of their heightened risk.
In order for those with
diabetes to stay heart healthy, having the most
up-to-date information is crucial.
Now,
there's a place
where people can go for the latest resources that can help them
control their
diabetes, as well as monitor their
blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
When those with diabetes take
steps to also ensure good cardiovascular health,
they can live long,
healthy lives.
The
National Diabetes Education Program is a federally
funded program sponsored by the
U.S. Department of
Health and
Human Services'
National Institutes of Health and the Centers
for
Disease Control and Prevention and includes over 200
partners at the federal, state,
and local
levels, working together to reduce the morbidity and
mortality associated with diabetes.
Enjoy weddings, picnics, birthday parties, and other social events!
Prevent a heart attack,
stroke, blindness, amputation, or kidney failure!
Avoid the“insulin
addiction” trap!
Avoid becoming avictim
of illnessand
a victim of the medical industry, healthcare system,
and pharmaceutical companies.
Become avictor
of wellnessand
a role model for your family and friends.
Order the book
Death to Diabetes!
Death to Diabetes!
Watch the Video first !
Here’s a small glimpse of what you’ll find in this book
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: My Coma & Recovery
Chapter 3: Types of Diabetes
Chapter 4: The Diabetes Control & Reversal Model
Chapter 5: The Major Macronutrients
Chapter 6: The 5 “Live” and the 5 “Dead” Foods
Chapter 7: The Super Meal Model
Chapter 8: Nutritional Supplementation
Chapter 9: Cleansing / Detoxification
Chapter 10: Exercise
Chapter 11: Blood Glucose Testing / Doctor Visits
Chapter 12: Drugs / Medications
Chapter 13: Mind & Spirit
Chapter 14: The 6 Stages of Diabetes Control & Reversal
Chapter 15: Diabetic Complications
Chapter 16: Next Steps
Chapter 17: Recipes of Super Meals
Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Diabetes Type 2: You Can Reverse It Naturally
The First Year: Type 2 Diabetes:
An Essential Guide for the Newly Diagnosed
Dr. Bernstein's Diabetes Solution:
The Complete Guide to Achieving Normal Blood Sugars
Blood
Sugar 101: What They Don't Tell You About Diabetes
Dr Michael Hutch PhD... Diabetes-Your-Blood-Sugar-Australia.com, Diabetes
2, Type ii Diabetes, Type two Diabetes, type tw diabetes, tipe two diabetes, tip
two diabetes, type diabetes, sympoms diabetes, diabetes "type two, type 2,
diagnosed, glucose, blood sugar, suga, diabete, suger, shugar, blood glucose,
glcose, glucoe, symptoms of diabetis, symptoms of diebetes, symptoms of
diabeties, diabete, diabities, dibetes, diabeties, diabetis
How does your glucose level compare
with your HbA1c
HbA1c %
Average
blood sugar level
mg/dl
Average
blood sugar level mmol/l
13
324 mg/dl
18
mmol/l
12
306 mg/dl
17
mmol/l
11
270 mg/dl
15
mmol/l
10
234 mg/dl
13
mmol/l
9
216 mg/dl
12
mmol/l
8
180 mg/dl
10
mmol/l
7
141 mg/dl
8
mmol/l
6
125 mg/dl
7
mmol/l
5
90 mg/dl
5
mmol/l
HbA1c levels by coincidence nearly equate to glucose levels. So
an HbA1c level of 10%
means the average glucose level for the
previous
10 weeks was 234 mg/dl (13 mmol/l).
But at lower levels there is even less difference, so an HbA1c
of 7% means the average glucose
level was 141 mg/dl (8 mmol/l ).
"My task is to give you an overview of treating type 2 diabetes and of
all the medications
that we have at our disposal. Life has changed a lot through the years in terms of type 2 diabetes.
Twenty-five years ago, all we had was insulin and sulfonylureas.
Consequently, we put
patients on sulfonylureas and when they failed over
time, they all ended up on insulin.
Today we have many more medications
to choose from. These medications work differently and they target
the multiple pathophysiologic defects that we have in type 2 diabetes.
We understand that behind all of this there is the insulin-resistant
liver overproducing glucose.
We have insulin resistance in the
adipocytes.
We have high free fatty acids, worsening insulin resistance, and perhaps
worsening beta-cell function.
We have insulin resistance in skeletal muscles as well. All of these defects are coming into play,
as
well as declining insulin over time because of progressive apoptosis or
programmed cell death of beta cells."
You will need to register at Medscape to read the full article.
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Death to Diabetes!
Beat and Reverse Your Type 2 Diabetes Now!
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by David Kinshuck, Pat Lamb, Urmilla Griffiths (Pat & Urmila: diabetes
specialist nurses, Good Hope Hospital)
Embrace your diabetes
Learning how to control type 2
diabetes...take control
What is happening in type 2 diabetes
First, there is a shortage of insulin
Second, there is insulin resistance.
Third, there are genes
These factors combine to cause type 2
diabetes
Pattern of progression
At the beginning of type 2 diabetes a healthy diet may be
sufficient to lower the sugar and keep the HbA1c below 7%
Later, metformin is needed.
Later still, add Exanatide if overweight or other drug.
Later still insulin may be required
Testing you sugar/glucose level
See
testing.
If you 'embrace' your diabetes, you will gradually learn to control it
and achieve an
HbA1c of 7% or below.
But to
do this, you need to check to see your
fasting
blood sugar levels are
72-126 mg/dl (4 - 7 mmol/l) (when you
wake up)
test your
blood sugar levels before meals between
72-126 mg/dl (4 - 7 mmol/l)
remember, you still need tablets if you are ill; if you
are being sick or cannot swallow the tablets,
|let your
doctor
or nurse know.
occasionally test after meals (preferred levels less
than 180 mg/dl (10 mmol/l)
To achieve very good control (HbA1c 6.5-7.0%) you need a
fasting pre-breakfast glucose
less than 99 mg/dl (5.5 mmol/l), pre-meal levels at other
times less than 108 mg/dl (6.0 mmol/l) and
after-meal levels
(2 hours after a meal) less than 141 mg/dl (8.0 mmol/l).
These levels cannot be achieved in all patients..but if
you are well and are prepared to stick to a healthy
diet and
exercise your medication should be adjusted to achieve these
levels, even if that
means starting insulin.
Knowing which fats
raise LDL cholesterol and which ones don't is the first step in
lowering your risk of heart disease. In addition to the LDL
produced naturally by your body, saturated fat,
trans-fatty acids and dietary cholesterol can also raise
blood cholesterol. Monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats
appear to not raise LDL cholesterol; some studies suggest they
might even help lower LDL cholesterol slightly when eaten as
part of a low-saturated and
trans-fat diet.
The American Heart Association's Nutrition
Committee strongly advises these fat guidelines for healthy
Americans over age 2: read more ......
For example, a sedentary female who is 31–50 years old needs
about 2,000 calories each day. Therefore, she should consume
less than 16 g saturated fat, less than 2 g
trans
fat and between 50 and 70 grams of total fat each day (with most
fats coming from sources of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated
fats, such as fish, nuts, seeds and vegetable oils).
Discussion here that .........post-meal blood sugars of 140 mg/dl (7.8
mmol/L) and higher,
as well as fasting blood sugars over 100 mg/dl (5.6 mmol/L) may cause permanent organ damage,
as well
as contributing to the progression of diabetes.
There's no doubt about it, losing fat the traditional way is tough,
arduous and stressful.
And the really hard part is knowing what work and what doesn't,
especially with so many con-artists and snake-oil salesmen around,
trying to sell you the "next big thing" or "revolutionary new diet
pill".
Luckily, there is one system proven to reduce fat. A proven path to
fat loss that you can rely on,...
... whether you have the time or patience for the traditional fat
loss methods or not.
A dieting system unlike any other, with...
Incredible fat loss power of up to 42 lbs - and consistent appetite
supression.
A simple and easy to follow plan that means no more
hunger pangs.
An approach you can trust - over 50,000 copies sold,
cast iron 100% money-back guarantee.
The name of this new approach to fat loss? Fat Burning Furnace.
Fat Burning Furnace, written by Bob Polous, moves beyond traditional
diets, unproven diet pills and low fat "fad diets".
This radical new approach doesn't focus on these fads and shortcuts
to get results.
Instead, the unique system manipulates fat-loss hormones in your body
and confuses your metabolism - so you can actually eat more often and
still lose weight. There's no restrictive dieting here, just easy and
consistent gains.
In fact, with an increased metabolism, you'll actually need more food
and nutrition than usual - and you'll still be able to lose weight. It's
a simple, step-by-step system, and you can get started with as little as
45 minutes exercise per week.
This program has allowed thousands of average people to keep the fat
at bay, become more energised and looking better than ever. It also
comes with an eight-week guarantee, for your piece of mind.
And when you consider that this new approach to losing weight has
already sold tens of thousands of copies despite being less than a year
old, its clear it comes with a proven pedigree.
Click on the download link to visit the Fat Burning Furnace site, to
and start your journey towards consistent fat loss. It's time you
enjoyed the fat loss results you deserve, so don't delay.
Click on the link and take action today.
Are you miserable because you’re
constantly trying to follow one diet after another...
but still the pounds pile back on as soon as you stop
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The book is easy to read and provides many food choices and meal
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The program has already helped thousands of people to lose
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Type 2 Diabetes
- Why Exercise & Physical Activity ?
When you get a diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes, you wonder why your doctor
keeps telling you to get out an exercise. You likely just want to curl
up on the sofa for a pity trip. However, exercise is a very good way of
getting control over this disease. It is a good way to prevent it in the
first place as well. Increasing your physical activity level will help
you control both your
glucose
levels and the amount of
insulin
resistance your body has. These two combine for great benefits for your
health in the long run.
Exercise helps control your
weight and lowers your blood glucose level at the same time. It also
lowers your chances of heart disease. People with type 2 diabetes have
an elevated risk of developing heart related problems. Exercise helps
with regulating your mood as well in the face of dealing with a chronic
disease. Exercise helps lower your weight. Insulin resistance is a prime
cause of the development of diabetes. As you lower your weight, the
amount of insulin resistance lowers as well. That can lead to better
management of your diabetes and
blood glucose levels.
It is important to talk to your
doctor about what exercises are right for you. He may have
recommendations on what you should do based on how well you are managing
your type 2 diabetes and any other health issues you have. Aerobic
exercise is usually a common form of exercise prescribed. Walking is one
of the best ways to get moving. Other exercises recommended may be
bicycling, swimming, or rowing. Strength training is also important as
well. Learn how to lift weights properly and begin using them regularly.
Studies show that combining aerobic and strength training is better than
just doing one alone.
Start out slowly. That is
especially true if you haven’t been active in awhile. Go as far as you
can and then come back. Each time you exercise, you can do a bit more.
You will be surprised at how far you advance within a couple of weeks.
Be sure to warm up and cool down to avoid muscle problems. Carefully
keep track of your blood glucose. Exercise will affect its levels. Carry
quick-acting
carbohydrate snacks to help if your glucose levels plunge
unexpectedly. Take a buddy with you if possible. If not, make sure you
have a medical identification bracelet or necklace with you in case of
problems.
Exercise is very important to those with type 2 Diabetes. Any increase
in activity can lower blood
glucose
levels as well as insulin
resistance. Walking is likely the best option for exercise with this
disease. It is as natural as anything else you do in life. It requires
no expensive gym equipment or memberships. You can make it part of your
day just about anywhere you go. You can walk on breaks at home, work, or
school. Integrating walking into your day is a very positive step that
will have long-term consequences for your health.
What do you need to consider before you start walking? With any major
changes in your life, consult your doctor if you have type 2 diabetes.
Make sure your doctor is aware of the plan and that you are clear to
proceed. The next thing to think about is shoes. With diabetes, you have
to watch your feet carefully for any problems. Find the right shoes and
consider them an investment in your health. You want shoes that fit
properly and provide good support for the foot. Purchase good socks to
go with them as well. Padding the foot from the shoe is important. They
also keep moisture from collecting on the foot.
When you get ready to walk, take time to do a glucose reading. If your
readings are over 250 mg/dl (14 mmol/L), postpone walking until it comes
down. If your readings are under 100 mg/dl (5.5 mmol/L), eat a quick
glucose snack to get readings up into the normal range. Do a reading
when you get back from walking as well. For someone with type 2
diabetes, the best time to walk is one to two hours after a meal when
glucose levels are at their peak. Morning is better than afternoon or
evening since glucose levels are higher later in the day. However, with
proper monitoring, you can walk just about any time of day.
Keep hydrated when walking. That
will help keep your
glucose levels steady. Water is best for short
walks. Sports drinks that are low on carbohydrates are good for longer
ones. When walking, try to get someone to go with you. It makes the walk
more fun, but it is also a safety measure. They can watch to see if you
have a problem. If you walk alone, make sure you wear a medical
identification bracelet or necklace. That way the medical personnel can
treat you quicker.
Foot troubles are major issues for people with type 2 diabetes. As the
disease progresses, many patients begin to experience nerve damage and
circulation issues in the lower extremities. Those with diabetes also
get infections easily and it takes some time to get over them. Patients
often suffer damage to their feet and do not realize it for a long time.
The nerve damage leads to lose of feeling. When even small wounds occur,
failure to treat immediately can cause serious problems. Small blisters
can turn into major infections. When infection sets in, it can begin to
kill or damage tissue in the foot.
Choosing the right shoes and socks is a good way to avoid problems with
your feet if you have type 2 Diabetes. How do you select the right ones
however? Many brands of shoes make shoes especially for those dealing
with diabetes. Your doctor may have a specific brand to recommend. Your
insurance may cover the cost of some shoes. Consult both before going
shopping. Selecting the right shoes and socks is more a matter of
finding the right fit and size instead of a particular brand. Here are
some tips for finding the right combination of sock and shoe.
For
people with Type 2 Diabetes, it is imperative to wear socks with shoes
at all times. Socks protect the feet from rubbing injuries the shoe
might do. Choose socks that are thick and well cushioned. Thin socks
provide very little protection from foot injuries. It is important to
change socks every day. Wearing those two days in a row can lead to
infections in the feet. Now, that you have an idea about socks, let’s
look at shoes.
Shoe manufacturers design for those with type 2 diabetes in mind.
Promoting circulation is one factor. Protecting the foot is another.
Wearing sandals or open toed shoes is not a good idea. It exposes the
toes to potential injuries. High-heeled shoes are also a bad idea. It
places too much pressure on the foot and can lead to bruising or other
injuries. Pointed toes in shoes can put too much pressure on the toes,
leading to bruising. Shoes must fit properly. If they are too tight,
they can cut into the foot. If they are too loose, it can rub in the
wrong places. Take your time and find the right shoes for you. The time
and money will pay off with healthier feet.
By
Dr Michael Hutch
Diabetes Type 2 Treatment
Type 2 Diabetes - Why Should I Lower My Blood
Pressure Too ?
Heart disease often comes along with having type
2 diabetes. However, not everyone who has Diabetes must have heart problems. Monitoring your heart health is very important for
avoiding health problems. One key measurement to monitor is your
blood pressure levels. Diabetes begins doing damage to the lining of
blood vessels from the beginning stages of the disease. Over time,
vessels may become hardened and much less flexible. This creates a
rise in the amount of pressure needed to move blood through the
body. This heightened pressure is common detected as high blood
pressure.
If high
blood pressure goes untreated, it can
lead to stroke, heart attacks, and kidney disease. Those risks are
why those with Type 2 Diabetes must constantly monitor their blood
pressure. What is the normal range for blood pressure? Blood
pressure readings come with two numbers: systolic and diastolic.
Systolic refers to pressure when the heart is in the middle of a
beat. Diastolic refers to pressure when the heart is between beats.
A normal blood pressure would be a systolic reading below 120 and a
diastolic reading below 80. If either reading is above those
numbers, you are out of the normal range.
Those with type 2 diabetes have twice the amount
of risk for heart disease than people without the disease. You can’t
avoid that. However, nothing says you have to become a heart patient
as well. Taking the right course of action can make all the
difference. Being on the right food plan and exercise course are two
ways to reduce your chances of developing heart problems. Monitoring
and correcting your blood
glucose levels is also essential. Losing
weight will help keep the blood flowing, as it should. All of this
will help avoid hardening of the
blood vessels and heightened blood
pressure readings.
Keep on top of your blood pressure readings.
If you can get them into the normal ranges, you will be going in the
right direction. If you cannot do it through Diet and exercise, your
doctor may prescribe medications to help lower the pressure. Don’t
look at taking medications as a defeat. It is just one more tool in
getting your potential heart problems in check. That is important
for your long-term health. When dealing with type 2 diabetes, you
deal with heart disease potentials. Don’t ignore the potential
problems. They can come back to haunt you later if you do.
Besides insulin, your doctor may prescribe any number of medications to
help your Type 2 Diabetes. The idea is often to avoid or delay the time
when you need to start taking insulin. These medications do one of three
things: induce the pancreas to create more
insulin, slow down glucose
production, and slow down carbohydrate absorption. All of these help
with regulating your
blood glucose levels. Your doctor will look at what
particular problems you have and may give you more than one of these
drugs at a time. Use these medications as your doctor directs for best
results. Let’s look at each type.
Glucose levels are all important in type 2 diabetes management. Those
medications that increase insulin production help when your
glucose
levels are consistently higher than they should be. The insulin helps
the cells convert the glucose into energy. Your doctor will likely
prescribe these drugs when glucose levels remain high for too long. Two
classes of medications do this:
sulfonylureas and meglitinides. You
might know these medications by their generic or brand names better. One
common sulfonylurea is brand name Diabinese. Its generic name is Chlorpropamide. In the
meglitinide class, a common brand is
Prandin. Its generic name is Repaglinide.
The
liver has the ability to produce glucose from sources within the body.
That function comes in handy when glucose levels go down too much. The
liver can kick in and supplement the supply. However, in those with type
2 diabetes, this can be counterproductive. Too much glucose leads to
hyperglycemia. Getting glucose levels normalized is very important.
Doctors will prescribe a class of medications called
biguanides to slow down or stop the
liver’s production of glucose. Glucophage is a brand
name. Its generic name is Metformin.
The
body’s resistance to insulin is one of the root causes of type 2
diabetes in the first place. Getting the body to react to insulin better
is a way to regulate glucose levels. The class of drugs known as thiazolidinediones
helps this. One brand name is Avandia. Its generic form
is Rosiglitazone. Preventing or slowing the rate of digestive glucose
absorption is another way to regulate glucose levels. A class of drugs
known as alpha-glucosidase
inhibitors does this. One brand name is Precose. Its
generic is Acarbose. Blood glucose levels show how well you are managing
your diabetes. If you have problems with managing these levels, you may
need a bit of extra help.
By
Dr Michael Hutch
Info On Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes
Blood Testing - Venous versus Capillary Blood ?
Most people think of testing blood
glucose
levels using a finger prick
and a glucose meter. That technique uses capillary blood for testing.
Home testing is essential for day-to-day management of glucose levels.
It helps pinpoint when glucose rises too high. For those that need
insulin injections, it tells them how much
insulin
they need at that
time. For those that do not need insulin injections, it tells them to
modify their Diet
and exercise to avoid those spikes. Without home
monitoring, most people would not be healthy very long living with type
2 Diabetes.
When you look at
blood glucose levels provided by your doctor, you may
find some slight differences in the numbers. Blood drawn at a hospital
or doctor’s office for testing glucose levels come from the veins, not
the capillaries. There is also a gap between when they draw the blood
and when they test it in the lab. With home testing, the blood is fresh
and the results done within minutes. That waiting time can change the
level of glucose detected in the blood sample. Even in blood tested
immediately after withdrawal from the veins, test results can be
slightly different from the capillary blood test. Which test is more
accurate?
They are both accurate actually. Blood glucose tends to concentrate in
narrower spaces. Therefore, in the tiny spaces of your capillaries, test
readings will be slightly higher than in
blood drawn from the veins. The
most important part of testing is getting to know what is normal for you
and detecting when
glucose
levels are too high or too low. If you wake
up and normally have a reading of 100 mg/dl (5.6 mmol/L), if you find
your reading at 180 mg/dl (10 mmol/L) another morning, then things are
not where they should be. You might have eaten something more the night
before or you might have had a reaction to a new medication. The
patterns are what can tell the real tale.
Getting blood glucose levels under control is not
easy, especially in the beginning. It is important to take regular
readings throughout the day and record them. Also know what you eat and
when as well as if you exercised and when. When you look at the results
over time, you may see patterns emerging. It helps you to modify your
Diet and exercise to get glucose readings within your normal range. That
is the key to managing type 2 diabetes.
Insulin injections may be one of the worst things that people with type
2 diabetes dread. However, when your body cannot produce enough insulin,
you need to supplement it with insulin injections. Insulin performs two
vital roles in regulating glucose in the blood. Its main function is
helping the body’s cells covert glucose into energy they can use. It
also helps convert excess
glucose
into glycogen that the liver stores
for release later. Without proper
insulin
levels, your glucose levels
begin to rise. When they get too high, you can get one of the many
complications related to Diabetes
like blindness, nerve damage, kidney
damage, and heart disease.
The
first attempt at regulating type 2 diabetes usually involves changes to
Diet and exercise. These can help lower glucose levels naturally and
keep you healthier over the long run. However, diabetes is a progressive
disease that will get worse over time in most patients. The next step is
taking medications designed to help regulate insulin and glucose. Some
boost insulin production in the pancreas. Others help lower the amount
of glucose produced by the liver or absorbed during digestion. This in
combination with Diet and exercise can stabilize things for quite a long
time. However, many patients find themselves in the later stages of the
disease. That is when insulin may become necessary.
When Diet, exercise, and medications no longer manage Diabetes
effectively, insulin injections are the next progression. The first
insulin
injections almost a century ago came from animal insulin.
However, over the years, synthetic insulin has replaced most animal
insulin sources. Synthetic insulin allows scientist to formulate how
fast or slow the insulin releases into the blood stream. That gives the
patients many options on what form to take and when to take it.
Rapid-acting
insulin is what many patients use in
conjunction with eating a meal. It deals with the
glucose released
during eating. Short acting insulin provides insulin spaced out over a
couple of hours. That is great for when you are going out to eat and
don’t want to deal with rapid-acting insulin. Intermediate-acting
insulin is good for insulin needs throughout the day or through the
night. Long-lasting insulin provides coverage over a full day. Patients
use it in conjunction with rapid or short acting formulas. There are
formulations with combinations of short and intermediate insulin to give
coverage for up to a full day. Many patients use more than one form to
get the best results.
Fruits
are an important staple of one’s Diet. Whether you have
Diabetes 2
or not, fruits provide you with fiber, vitamins and minerals which
are essential for a complete balanced diet. If you are suffering
from Type 2 Diabetes you can still enjoy the benefits of fruits,
except those fruits which contain high levels of
carbohydrates and
sugars and that can have an effect to increase your
blood glucose level. While choosing a fruit, always opt for fresh fruit.
If fresh fruits are not available try to find dried or frozen fruits
with no additional sugar.
You must include fruits witha lowGlycemic Index to control your
Diabetes 2.
The fruits with low Glycemic Index include Cherries, Prunes,
Grapefruit, Dried Apricots, Raisins, Peach (canned juice), Apple,
fresh Pear, Strawberries, Plum, Guava, Orange, Grapes, Papaya,
Banana, Kiwi, Pineapple, Figs, and Mango.
Although watermelon has a
high Glycemic Index, the glycemic load per
food serving
(size of 120g) is low; so unless you consume lots in one go, it will
not have a big effect on your
blood glucose levels. So, a typical
serving, because so much of it is water, contains very little
carbohydrate and thus has a low
glycemic load. However, since
watermelon is high in
sugar, you should still eat it in
moderation.
You can consume these fruits
either in raw or cooked form, or in the form of fruit juice, but
with no added
sugar! While buying fruits, try to buy small pieces.
Try to avoid fruit juices. Instead opt for whole fruits since they
contain more fiber and are more filling. If you must, when buying
canned fruit juices, check the label for the following (which is the
best): “unsweetened or extra-light,” or “no sugar added." Stay away
from fruits that are frozen or canned in heavy syrup.
Vegetables supply vitamins, minerals and fiber. The best
vegetable choices can be found to have low amounts of carbohydrates!
The vegetables recommended in a
Type 2 DiabetesDiet include
Broccoli, Lettuce, Spinach, Cabbage, Asparagus, Brussels sprouts,
Cauliflower, Radish, Turnip, Mushrooms, Green Peas, Soybean sprouts,
Carrots, Onions, Peppers (all varieties), Green Beans, Eggplant,
Celery, Cucumber, Zucchini, Tomatoes, Chilies, and vegetable juice.
Consume cooked or uncooked
vegetables
prepared with little or no fat, and with little or no
dressings (or sauces). Opt for fat-free or low-fat dressings on
salads, as well as on uncooked vegetables. In your vegetables dish,
you can also mix in some chopped garlic or onions. Make use of
low-fat broths or water to steam the vegetables. Also, add in some
lemon juice or a little vinegar to put on your vegetables. You can
even put in some smoked turkey or a few pieces of lean ham with
vegetables while cooking (for flavoring), instead of any other kind
fats. Another good idea is to sprinkle your vegetables with spices,
peppers, and many of the commonly available herbs. If you still want
to add some quantity of fat, make use of soft margarines, olive oil,
or canola oil in place of butter or fatty meats.
The general perception is that the ill
health effects of
Type 2 Diabetes cannot be cured with the help
of
Dietary changes alone. To an extent this is right, but not
always, and not in every case. This is because following an altered
diet may not help in controlling the underlying diabetes, if the
original diet followed was not the root cause of the diabetes in the
first place. The root cause may have been for example, a lack of
physical activity, chronic stress, or both.
Diet
adjustments are made so as to ‘remove or lower’ the excessive glucose or
sugar load from the bloodstream. Though this should be the first step
that any person diagnosed with
Type 2 Diabetes needs to follow,
such adjustments in the diet alone are not always capable of
curing
one from the ill effects of Diabetes
2.
Regarding the
diet, Type 2
diabetes is also partly caused by the lack of ‘good’ fats and an excess
of ‘poor’ quality fats in our diets. Besides contributing to the onset
of Type 2 Diabetes, these ‘bad’ fats can additionally cause other
problems such as heart disease, obesity and a few more other dreaded
health related conditions.
Diet alterations can be used to control
and cure one from the ill effects of
Diabetes 2, if done
intelligently. So, one needs to understand various parameters in order
to ‘implement and design’ a favorable diet routine that can cure one
from the ill effects of Diabetes 2.
PCF ratio is one of these important
parameters.
PCF stands for protein, carbohydrates and fats.
Proper ratios of PCF consist of 20% protein, 30% fats (good fat) and 50%
of carbohydrates.
One can consume these proteins from
fish, chicken, eggs and nuts, etc, but at the same time, one should also
adjust the intake of these things in a very controlled, and limited
manner. That means, watch your portion size! Note that
in individuals
with advanced kidney disease, an excessive intake of protein can
lead to further kidney failure, which could be a major problem in some
Diabetic patients.
Carbohydrates may be taken from many
sources, including fruits, vegetables and wholegrains. Those with
Type 2 Diabetes should ensure that the
carbohydrate they are taking
in, should be one with a low
Fats come in several types, and the
more monounsaturated fat is, the better it will be for you. Fats can be
taken in from Oleic sunflower oil, olive oil, canola oil, peanut oil.
The one particular fat which is
essential for the healthy functioning of the body is a fat commonly
referred to as an ‘omega 3 fatty acid’. These are found in oily
fish like salmon, and also found in
flaxseed which is also known
as
linseed (which should be ground before consuming, otherwise it
cannot be absorbed from the intestines). The ‘saturated’ fats are
the worst for your health, and are absolutely not good for
Diabetic
patients. Finally, one should also aim to consume fiber in copious
amounts, as this will help to slow digestion. Slowing digestion also
means
blood sugar levels will rise more slowly (rather than
rising rapidly to high and dangerous levels). Keeping
bloodsugar
levels as low as possible is the ultimate goal of all diabetics. Fibre
included in your diet is also thought to help you reduce the risk of
obesity, as it is considered to help you feel
fuller for longer
and help you eat less. An intelligent diet plan can not only help you
control, but also help
cure you from the ill effects of Type 2
diabetes!
If
Diabetes 2 has taken hold of you, then
don’t fret! There are ways by which you can overcome this
disease/condition to a certain extent, with proper healthy eating
habits. It is critical to discover what to eat and what not to eat with
Type 2 Diabetes! In general, a Diet loaded with fiber is advised by
medical practitioners for
Diabetes 2 patients and it’s preferably
a strict ‘no’ to simple sugars, simple carbohydrates and
saturated fats (highest levels found in butter, cheese, cream, meat,
etc.).
Foods to keep away from
When one is in search of foods that he/she should
avoid in
Type 2 Diabetes, the first and foremost food which
should be avoided is the
simple and basic form of sugar. Sweets
for instance, such as chocolates and cakes should be totally avoided. If
you are consuming artificial sweeteners, then limit them as well.
Foodstuffs made of white flour must also be totally avoided. Vegetables
rich in starch, particularly potatoes, beets, and parsnips should also
be avoided or highly limited. Reduce the consumption of full fat milk as
well. Also be careful with fruit juices, because they are high in sugar.
If you still wish to sip some fruit juice, simply mix and dilute it
with some water. Stay away from soft drinks as well due to their high
sugar content.
Foods to Eat
Having
Diabetes 2 does not mean at all that
you cannot eat anything. There are various foods which you can eat as
well and can control your
Type 2 Diabetes. You can still consume
meats like lamb, pork, bacon, as well as beef! But with all the excess
fat trimmed off, and in small portions! If you can’t avoid only always
eating chicken, turkey is a great option to choose from as an
alternative. Seafood and fish can also be included in your
Diet.
Include
foods rich in fibers like
wholegrains, beans, peas, nuts, etc. You can include cheese in your
Diet, but don’t eat too much due to its fat content. Vegetables and
fruits are without doubt extremely beneficial. Try to eat at least 5-6
servings of vegetables and fruits on a regular basis. Yogurt, which is
natural and plain and devoid of any
sugar content, is in addition, one
more food alternative that you can consume in a
Diabetes 2
diet.
High
sugar or glucose levels in
the
blood is referred to as diabetes. There are several types of
Diabetes - a few ‘independent’, and others ‘dependent’ on
‘insulin’.
Type 2 diabetes is non-insulin dependent diabetes.
Type-2 diabetes is popularly known as NIDDM in medical science which
stands for non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.
Diabetes patients know very well that
their blood sugar level is easily affected by the carbohydrates eaten in
their Diet. In order to measure how high the blood glucose will respond
and go up after consuming one of the many carbohydrate containing food
choices, an index was introduced and is now known as the
Glycemic
Index (or the GI).
The greater the value of the
Glycemic
index of a food (i.e. the higher the number the food is given on the
Glycemic Index Scale) then this reflects
the greater speed it
will break down during digestion, and consequently
release
greater amounts of glucose into the bloodstream more rapidly. So for
foods with high GI values, the blood sugar level will rise higher (and
more quickly) and this is not good for
Diabetics! So the higher
the number on the
Glycemic IndexScale, the quicker the blood sugar
goes up. Not good.
The value of a food on the
Glycemic
Index Scale is greatly affected by the type of food, its processing,
ripeness, period over which it is stored, the method of cooking and few
other factors. When the food (containing the carbohydrate) is ingested,
it finally releases glucose during the digestion process, which is
absorbed, which then produces a
spike in the
blood glucose
level. Large spikes are very harmful to a person with Diabetes 2!
These spikes increase the imbalance
between body‘s ability to ‘detoxify’reactive oxygen and
its ‘production’. This disturbance can produce ‘free radicals
and peroxides’ that can be toxic and damage cell components. The
human body is certainly pushed to extremes when large amounts of foods
with a high Glycemic Index value (like 70 - 100 or even more on the
scale) are consumed, and large amounts of glucose are rapidly absorbed
producing large spikes in bloodglucose levels.
It is very important that Diabetes 2
patients know the
Glycemic Index values of the food that they
consume. This is because the amount of glucose obtained from the
carbohydrate portion in their food (and the glucose spike which goes
along with it -
after eating it) is not the same for all foods!
Diabetes 2 patients should know what they can and can’t eat, based on
this
Glycemic Index.
The intake of
low
Glycemic Index
foods produces 1) only very small spikes in blood glucose and 2)
introduces at very slow rate, the absorbed glucose into the bloodstream,
which 3) helps maintain ‘balanced’ energy levels and will 4)
keep you active for longer, simply by supplying you energy for longer in
the form of
slow release energy (or ‘slow release glucose’
into the bloodstream).
Low GI foods can help people in losing
weight, increasing body’s sensitivity to insulin, reducing heart disease
risk and also help control cholesterol levels.
Major suggestions of low GI foods for
people with Type 2 Diabetes are consumption of all types of fruits and
vegetables, plenty of salad, noodles, pasta oats, barley and bran. Those
with Diabetes 2 should also reduce or avoid the consumption of high GI
Index foods like potatoes, cakes and chips!
Below is a list of a fewvitamins that canhelp with Type 2 Diabetes:
Alpha-lipoic acid
Alpha lipoic acid boosts
glucose
intake into cells in
Type 2 Diabetes, and slows down the
biochemical process of
irregular ‘addition’ of sugar molecules to
protein molecules in the body (which can cause damage to various
parts of the body); as well as reducing
Diabetic nerve damage and
decrease the pain, related with nerve damage.
Chromium
Chromium is an indispensable
mineral that plays a major role in fat and carbohydrate metabolism, in
addition to facilitating the body’s cells to react properly to insulin.
Magnesium
Magnesium assists in adjusting
blood sugar levels and is required for proper nerve and muscle
functioning, immune function,
heart rhythm, and blood pressure. Low
levels of magnesium aggravate blood sugar control in Diabetes 2.
Therefore including wholegrains, seeds, nuts, and green leafy vegetables
in your diet that are natural sources of magnesium, is a must.
Zinc
Zinc plays a major part in the manufacture and
storage of insulin. Foods rich in zinc include egg yolks, chicken, lamb,
fresh oysters, beef liver, buckwheat, pecans, sardines, ginger root,
lima beans, split peas, walnuts and almonds.
Brewer’s yeast
Brewer's yeast is an great
resource for chromium; it is also believed to be helpful in treating
high levels of blood sugar or blood glucose. It assists the body by
reducing the quantity of
insulin required by the body.
Below are a fewHerbal Supplementsthat
canhelp those with Type 2 Diabetes:
Ginseng
There are many varieties of ginseng available, out
of which North American ginseng has been found to be very effective for
Diabetes 2, since it is found to be helpful in improving
bloodsugar
level. The scientific name of ginseng is
Panax quinquefolius.
Cinnamon
Various studies have shown that cinnamon also
assists in improving blood sugar/glucose levels in people with Type 2 Diabetes. You can also consume cinnamon tea for controlling your blood
sugar level. But it may produce a tendency for additional bleeding, if
you are already taking aspirin everyday.
Gymnema sylvestre
Gymnema, a herb, is also found
to be very useful in lowering blood sugar/glucose levels in people with
Type 2 Diabetes.
Psyllium
Psyllium is an excellent for those with Type 2
Diabetes. It helps puts a check on the blood sugar level from increasing
too high after meals. The seed extracts of Psyllium contain a large
quantities of
soluble fiber that help stop the
blood glucose
level from rising too high after meals.
Some other herbal supplements
includeBitter melon, Cayenne,
Fenugreek, Cranberry, Reishi, Aloe Vera, and Nopal.
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