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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
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not just your after-meal
reading but also in
how much your blood sugar level increased
because of your food intake
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Working To understand what happens as your blood sugar deteriorates from normal
to pre-diabetes,
and finally, to full-fledged
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understand how blood sugar control
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There is now substantial evidence that type 2 diabetes can beprevented or delayed.
Individuals at high risk of developingdiabetes
(those with pre-diabetes) can be identified easily. It is not yet known whether the successful interventions willcost-effectively reduce
the morbidity and mortality associatedwith diabetes. Diabetes prevention policies
that focus on
lifestylemodification, specifically
modest weight loss and
increased physical activity, are also very likely to have
additional healthbenefits.
Do People with Type 2 Always Deteriorate? Why doctors believe this
toxic myth.
The single most dangerous idea you are likely to encounter
as you begin your struggle to live a
healthy life with diabetes is the
belief
that science has proven, beyond a doubt, that no
matter what you
do, your Type 2 Diabetes will get worse.
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and minerals
Gymnema Sylvestre Powder has been suggested in studies
to have a promising ability to promote
healthy circulating insulin balance and serum lipid and triglyceride balance.
Magnesium has a broad positive effect on overall health
and insulin sensitivity.
Licorice Bark Extract
has been suggested in studies to be effective against unhealthy blood
sugar.
Zinc
deficiencies can result in hair loss, diarrhea and skin lesions and
could adversely affect eyesight,
taste, smell, and memory function.
Chromium has
been shown in studies to improve glucose and lipid effects.
Cinnamon Bark Powder
has been shown in studies to promote healthy blood sugar balance.
Banaba Leaf Extract
has been shown in pre-clinical studies to support healthy cholesterol
balance and
support the rate of glucose uptake.
These studies further
suggested banaba contains insulin-like actions.
Vitamin C
plays an important role in glucose metabolism and oxidative stress on
the body systems.
Vitamin E
promotes healthy insulin action, metabolic control, and endothelial
function.
Bitter Melon Fruit
Extract has been shown in preliminary studies to contain
insulin-like properties.
Guggul Extract
has been used for thousands of years to address illness, cholesterol and
obesity.
It contains antioxidant, anti-swelling and hypolipidemic
properties.
Alpha Lipoic Acid
fights against oxidative damage to the lungs and vascular system. It can
also support
healthy peripheral insulin sensitivity, insulin function,
and healthy blood sugar balance
Herbs
Example of a herbal product. Contains various herbs, vitamins
and minerals
Gymnema Sylvestre Powder has been suggested in studies
to have a promising ability to promote
healthy circulating insulin balance and serum lipid and triglyceride balance.
Magnesium has a broad positive effect on overall health
and insulin sensitivity.
Licorice Bark Extract
has been suggested in studies to be effective against unhealthy blood
sugar.
Zinc
deficiencies can result in hair loss, diarrhea and skin lesions and
could adversely affect eyesight,
taste, smell, and memory function.
Chromium has
been shown in studies to improve glucose and lipid effects.
Cinnamon Bark Powder
has been shown in studies to promote healthy blood sugar balance.
Banaba Leaf Extract
has been shown in pre-clinical studies to support healthy cholesterol
balance and
support the rate of glucose uptake.
These studies further
suggested banaba contains insulin-like actions.
Vitamin C
plays an important role in glucose metabolism and oxidative stress on
the body systems.
Vitamin E
promotes healthy insulin action, metabolic control, and endothelial
function.
Bitter Melon Fruit
Extract has been shown in preliminary studies to contain
insulin-like properties.
Guggul Extract
has been used for thousands of years to address illness, cholesterol and
obesity.
It contains antioxidant, anti-swelling and hypolipidemic
properties.
Alpha Lipoic Acid
fights against oxidative damage to the lungs and vascular system. It can
also support
healthy peripheral insulin sensitivity, insulin function,
and healthy blood sugar balance
We determined that, of the carbohydrates present in the diet, absorbed
glucose is largely responsible
for the food-induced increase
in blood sugar
concentration. We also determined that dietary
protein increases
insulin secretion and lowers blood sugar . Fat does not significantly
affect
blood sugar , but can affect insulin secretion and modify the
absorption of carbohydrates.
Based on these data, we tested the efficacy
of diets with various protein:carbohydrate:fat ratios
for 5 weeks on
blood sugar control in people with untreated type 2 diabetes.
The results were compared to those obtained in the same subjects after 5
weeks on a
control diet with a protein:carbohydrate:fat ratio
of
15:55:30.
A 30:40:30 ratio diet resulted in a moderate but significant decrease in
24-hour integrated glucose
area and % total glycohemoglobin (%tGHb).
A 30:20:50 ratio diet resulted in a
38% decrease in
24-hour glucose area, a reduction in fasting glucose to near normal and
a decrease in %tGHb from 9.8% to 7.6%.
The response to a 30:30:40 ratio
diet was similar.
Findings were :
"We determined that, of the carbohydrates present in the diet, absorbed
glucose is largely responsible for the
food-induced increase in
blood sugar concentration. We also determined that dietary protein increases
insulin secretion and lowers blood sugar . Fat does
not significantly
affect blood sugar , but can affect
insulin secretion and modify the
absorption of carbohydrates. Based on these data,
we tested the efficacy
of diets with various protein:carbohydrate:fat ratios for 5 weeks on
blood sugar control in people with untreated
type 2 diabetes.
The results were compared to those obtained in the same subjects after 5
weeks on a control diet with a
protein:carbohydrate:fat
ratio of
15:55:30.
A
30:40:30 ratio diet
resulted in a
moderate but significant decrease in 24-hour
integrated
glucose area and % total glycohemoglobin
(%tGHb).
A
30:20:50 ratio diet
resulted in a
38% decrease in 24-hour glucose area, a reduction
in
fasting glucose to near normal and a decrease
in %tGHb from 9.8% to
7.6%.
The response to a
30:30:40 ratio diet
was similar."
Diet
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:
Choosing a
healthy lifestyle can help you improve your
health and reduce your risk of heart disease and
diabetes.
Minimize Stress The link between stress and coronary
heart disease is not entirely clear.
However, people who have too much stress
or who have
unhealthy responses to
stress may be at greater risk of having
coronary heart disease.
Facts about stress and coronary heart
disease:
Stress speeds up
the heart rate.
People with heart
disease are more likely to have a
heart attack during times of stress.
People sometimes
respond to stress with unhealthy
habits such as smoking or eating
salty or high-fat foods.
Diabetics are almost all nutritionally
depleted because vitamins and minerals are lost in their urine,
because they
generally have medical
conditions which increase
requirements, because their
bodies burns more essential fatty
acids for energy, and because
diabetics' diets
are often
themselves deficient. The optimum levels of some protective
vitamins cannot be achieved
with food alone.
Supplements can
dramatically lessen the risk of heart disease and stroke
in
diabetics, and correction of deficiencies can, along with
exercise, lessen the
severity of the condition.
To learn more about the
diabetic food pyramid visit
http://www.diabetes-diabetic-diet-plans.com
,
a popular website devoted to
help
people with diabetes live a healthier
life. The website provides
tips on
diabetic food, cooking and diet
plans, as well as
information several
complications
associated with the
disease.
Foods
high in water and fiber, like fruits and
vegetables , are the so-called high-volume
foods.
They add bulk to your meals and help
fill
your stomach.
High-Water,
High-Fiber Foods Help Curb Hunger. Lean Protein
Can Reduce Hunger
The Glycemic Index On-line,
the University of Sydney's GI Website, is a comprehensive and
authoritative guide to the glycemic index.
Dr. Jennie
Brand-Miller, who authorized me to summarize her work in 1995 or
1996,
finally has a Web presence in November 2000.
And what a
presence it is! Her site is now the key Internet resource on
this subject.
The URL is http://www.glycemicindex.com
Here's another excellent glycemic index resource for
athletes. Cycling Performance Tips:
Glycemic Index shows how
athletes can make
use of the glycemic index. The URL is http://www.cptips.com/gi.htm
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 ).
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Slide 5 Shows development of
diabetes takes 10-12 years.
Includes consensus guidelines for the
management of Type 2 diabetes recommending that insulin should be initiated, if HbA1c
exceeds 8%.
If you’re in a hurry to make real weight loss
in the shortest possible time perhaps for a special occasion or
that long awaited bikini holiday this just might be the plan for
you.
Joel Marion’s Xtreme Fat Loss Diet promises to lose you 25lbs in
25 days with the most strategic fat loss program ever delivered.
The sweetener is this program is that you can eat whatever you like
every 5th day!
Joel Marion’s program is used the world over resulting in a reputation
to be admired as well as being touted as one of America’s top 50
Personal Trainers.
The program is a simple one in that the sequence is repeated 5 times
with a ‘cheat’ day every 5th day. This helps prevent boredom and
believe it or not ‘tricks’ your body into NOT storing fat which often
happens on weight loss programs because of the reduced calorie intake.
However, you must be prepared to work out with this system as well as
follow the nutritional information. In other words if you just want a
diet this is not for you. The secret to its success is the combined
formula of Joel’s eating plan and the intensity of the workouts.
Joel’s program is unique in that it addresses common problems dieters
often face such as the weight loss plateau, stubborn fat that won’t seem
to budge no matter what you try or if you just need to get rid of that
fat in record time.
The program comes with a 100% money back guarantee as well as the
promise of no Rebound Weight Gain.
Xtreme Fat Loss is a definite ‘Must Have’ in the dieting war.
Type 2 diabetes can sometimes be turned around with
weight loss, a healthy diet and exercise.
If your
doctor feels that is the case,
then positive
lifestyle changes that help you lose the excess
weight,
and regular daily exercise may be enough.
With medication or not,
diabetes still requires a
healthy diet and physical activity for optimum
health.
Medications are usually prescribed in addition to
lifestyle changes. The medications work in
different
ways but their effect is to lower
blood sugar and
help the body's own insulin become
more effective.
If oral medications are not enough, insulin
injections may be used to
help gain control of
glucose levels.
A diagnosis of diabetes can really derail your lifestyle. All of a
sudden, there are a lot of new
things to learn and many changes
that
have to take place. Where do you start?
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.
Taking Aspirin to Protect Your Heart Studies have shown that taking a low-dose
aspirin every day significantly lowers the risk of
heart attacks.
All About Stroke If you have diabetes, you're much more likely to
have a stroke, heart disease, or a heart attack. But
you can cut your chances of having these problems by
taking special care of your heart and blood vessels.
Make Wise Food Choices Learn how food choices help keep your heart and
blood vessels healthy.
Choose Fats Wisely Diabetes increases your chances of having a
heart attack or a stroke. Learn how making the right
choices can help reduce the risk of having a heart
attack or stroke.
Cook with Heart Healthy Foods You can protect your heart and blood vessels by
eating less saturated fat and by choosing the types
of fats that help your cholesterol levels.
Did you know that 2 out of 3 people with diabetes die from heart disease
and stroke?
For Health Professionals In this section, you'll find a lot of information, including the
2006 Clinical Practice Recommendations
related to diabetes,
heart
disease and stroke; the Link Library; and
Diabetes & Cardiovascular
Disease Review, the American Diabetes Association/American College
of Cardiology newsletter
featuring information on treatment guidelines, research advances, and patient education tools.
In addition, check out
the Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease Toolkit (available in both
English
& Spanish), which contains
reproducible patient education
handouts to use in your practice.
The Honest Food Guide (HFG)
is now available for downloading
free of charge and is:
Free from the corruption
and influence of various
food industries (dairy,
beef, junk foods, etc.)
Designed to benefit you,
not Big Business
Offers genuine
nutritional information, not
watered-down information
designed to boost the sale
of milk, beef and grains
The HFG was created by
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, a man with a mission
of teaching people how to be healthy.
Adams is a
holistic nutritionist who overcame obesity, crippling
pain and chronic disease using natural health strategies
he freely shares with others.
To learn more about the Health Ranger and his
articles, reports and books (many are freely available),
click here.
The HFG was created by
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, a man with a mission
of teaching people how to be healthy.
Adams is a
holistic nutritionist who overcame obesity, crippling
pain and chronic disease using natural health strategies
he freely shares with others.
To learn more about the Health Ranger and his
articles, reports and books (many are freely available),
click here.
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.
It's proven: Diabetes can be reversed. According to a
groundbreaking new study completed by
researchers at UCLA and
other
California universities, changes in diet and moderate exercise actually
reverse diabetes in at least 50% of patients
in only three weeks!
In only three weeks time, the amount of cholesterol and free radicals in
the
test subjects' blood was lower
and their nitric oxide levels were
higher, which are all factors in
stopping diabetes before it takes its
toll on limbs and life.
When there's too much
insulin, blood sugar levels begin to fall (hypoglycemia), triggering a
feeling
of
hunger and the constant
need to eat, which also causes weight
gain and fat storage.
Carbs make us hungry. When
we're hungry, we eat more. The more we eat the more we want,
so we gain
weight. It's the classic
vicious circle of addiction.
Exercise
Exercise works like a charm to lower glucose levels. The best time of
the day to exercise is
after a meal. This doesn't mean that you put your
fork down and run out the door,
but maybe within the following two
hours. Even a brief 10-minute walk can make a difference
in postprandial
(after meals) glucose levels.
When consumed
in food or drinks the refined sugar rapidly goes into the blood stream
and
produces a sharp rise in blood sugar values.
The pancreas secretes
large amounts of insulin to promptly return high blood sugar values to
normal.
Sharp rises
in insulin output may cause overshooting the desired blood sugar and it
is common for
these individuals to have blood sugar
values plummet to
low levels with symptoms of low blood sugar (weakness, sweating, cloudy
thinking,
lack of energy, hunger, shakiness).
When consumed
in food or drinks the refined sugar rapidly goes into the blood stream
and produces a
sharp rise in blood sugar values.
The pancreas secretes
large amounts of insulin to promptly return high blood sugar values to
normal.
Sharp rises
in insulin output may cause overshooting the desired blood sugar and it
is common for
these individuals to have blood sugar
values plummet to
low levels with symptoms of low blood sugar
(weakness, sweating, cloudy
thinking, lack of energy, hunger, shakiness).
With the
passage of time this massive output of insulin provoked by huge sugar
intakes takes a
toll on the pancreas and reaches the point
where the
pancreas is unable to produce any greater quantities of insulin. When
this occurs sugar no longer enters the cells in adequate
amounts to
prevent rising blood sugar values.
The diagnosis of diabetes can be made
with now elevated blood sugar values but the problem
obviously began
many years earlier with the first signs of insulin excess.
What
Causes Insulin Resistance and Type 2 Diabetes?
Why
Does Arteriosclerosis Plague Diabetic Patients?
Why Do
Diabetics Become Obese? What Role Does U.S. Soil Play In The Diabetic Problem? Diabetics are at increased risk for mineral deficiencies
How Can
Type 2 Diabetics Recover From Their Illness?
To regain
normal blood sugar values requires:
Guidelines
Toward Recovery From Type 2 Diabetes
DHEA May
Postpone Or Prevent Insulin Resistance
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you're probably overwhelmed by the choices out there.
Do you follow the latest diet plan? Embark on a new
training regime? Perhaps you should cut carbs out of
your diet, or focus entirely on aerobic exercise?
With so many options, its tough to know where to turn for
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lose weight, its vital that you keep your diet in check. Eating
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Sugar in the
form of fruit contains fiber that delays absorption and thus moderates
the rise in
blood sugar values when fruit is consumed.
Refined white
sugar, sucrose, and dextrose lack fiber and nutrients. When consumed in
food
or drinks the refined sugar rapidly goes into the blood stream and
produces a sharp rise in blood
sugar values. The pancreas secretes large
amounts of insulin to promptly return
high blood sugar
values to normal.
Why Do
Diabetics Become Obese? When the pre-diabetic person is experiencing chronic high insulin values
with too many
carbohydrate calories, this insulin is converting
some of
the excess glucose into the fat
triglyceride, which gets stored in fat
cells which end up distended in an obese patient.
Conceptually, identifying the metabolic
syndrome (or insulin resistance) identifies risk for
cardiovascular disease (CVD) or diabetes.
This article explains how, historically,
insulin resistance brought together facets of the
metabolic syndrome and the pathogenesis of diabetes
and atheroma (thicklening of arteries in CVD)
but has
since been clinically “overtaken” by central obesity,
now accepted as the core component
of the metabolic
syndrome.
The metabolic syndrome encompasses a wide
range of metabolic disturbances in glucose, insulin
and
lipid metabolism, and is associated with
central
abdominal obesity.
Conceptually, identifying the metabolic
syndrome (or insulin resistance) identifies risk for
cardiovascular disease (CVD) or diabetes.
This article explains how, historically,
insulin resistance brought together facets of the
metabolic syndrome and the pathogenesis of diabetes and
atheroma (thicklening of arteries in CVD)
but has
since been clinically “overtaken” by central obesity,
now accepted as the core component of the
metabolic
syndrome.
The metabolic syndrome encompasses a wide
range of metabolic disturbances in glucose, insulin
and
lipid metabolism, and is associated with
central
abdominal obesity.
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).
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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
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Although low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol remains the lipid
value commonly used to assess
cardiovascular risk,
apolipoprotein (apo)
B may better reflect lipid risk. Six categories of evidence
support this
conclusion: small,
dense LDL particles, as measured by apo B, are more
commonly
present in persons with coronary artery disease (CAD)
than an
increased LDL cholesterol level;
increased very-low-density lipoprotein
(VLDL) secretion by the liver results in increased small,
dense LDL
particles; small, dense LDL particles are more atherogenic than normal
LDL particles;
apo B more accurately identifies CAD risk than do LDL
cholesterol levels; apo B assays
do not require fasting and
have been
well standardized for use in routine laboratories;
and the level of apo
B continues to predict CAD risk during statin treatment.
The ADA currently recommends keeping
blood sugar levels before meals
between 90 mg/dl
(5mmol/L) and 130 mg/dl
(7 mmol/L) and keeping
blood sugar levels one to
two hours after meals below 180 mg/dl
(10
mmol/L) for most people.
Remember:
Conversion
: Canadian/Australian vs American (USA) units
1mmol/L =18 mg/dlCLICK
HERE:
Conversion from mmol/L (Canadian/Australian Units) to mg/dl (American Units)
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) has
identified an increased risk of ulcers and
amputations in
the following groups of
people with diabetes:
Those who have had diabetes for ten
years or longer
Men
People whose
blood sugar control
is less than optimal
People who already have other
diabetes complications, such as
cardiovascular (heart) disease,
retinopathy (eye disease),
or
nephropathy (kidney disease)
People with a history of smoking,
because smoking is associated with early
development
of vascular (blood vessel)
complications in diabetes.
Taking Steps Toward Healthy Feet
Here are some of the most important steps you can take now to prevent
diabetes-related foot complications:
Controlling blood fats.
Controlling blood pressure.
Smoking cessation.
Daily foot inspection.
Foot care habits.
Evaluating footwear.
Read More..........
Remember:
Conversion
: Canadian/Australian vs American (USA) units 1mmol/L =18 mg/dlCLICK
HERE:
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There are many ways to reduce risks to
feet problems
Read More..........
One way is to ......
Control blood fats. High blood
levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL)
cholesterol
(the so-called bad
cholesterol) and the fats
called
triglycerides can contribute to
atherosclerosis
(hardening of the
arteries) and heart disease. Atherosclerosis
is also a
contributor to the
development of
peripheral arterial disease, which itself
increases risk for foot complications
by
interfering
with the healing of wounds.
Peripheral arterial disease can be
symptomless or
it can manifest itself in a
number of ways
including coolness of the
fingers or toes, loss of
hair on the hands
or feet, or
intermittent claudication (pain in the
legs or buttocks that starts
with activity
and subsides with rest).
People with diabetes tend to have LDL
levels similar to those of people who don’t
have diabetes,
but diabetes often causes
decreased levels of high-density lipoprotein
(HDL) cholesterol
(the so-called good
cholesterol) and increased levels of
triglycerides.
Depending on your
levels and symptoms, your health-care team
may recommend
dietary changes, including
lowering your intake of saturated and
trans fats, exercise, and
medicines.
The Lifescripts initiative provides
general practice with tools and skills to help patients
address
the main lifestyle risk factors for chronic disease:
smoking; poor nutrition; alcohol misuse;
physical
inactivity; and unhealthy weight. The initiative
assists
with the provision of
tailored advice to patients on
modifying their lifestyle.
Lifescripts is a national initiative, being implemented
through local divisions of general practice,
promoting risk
factor
management in general practice and primary health
care services.
The Lifescripts Resources aim to make it easier for GPs and
their practices to manage
lifestyle-related risk factors by providing a framework for:
raising and discussing lifestyle risk factors with
patients;
advice in the form of a written script and
associated patient education; and
referral to other providers to support healthy
lifestyle.
Read More..........
LDL
Small sized particles (Apo B)
Dr Agatston, a cardiologist, and author of the "The South Beach
Diet" says in his book that
"it is the small dense LDL
that does the more damage,
i.e. apolipoproteins.
Treating dyslipidemia Drugs for lowering LDL cholesterol
Lowering triglycerides
The role of diabetes drugs Combination therapy
Following some trials ....."these results led the researchers to
conclude their report with a
declaration that "statin therapy should now
be considered routinely for all diabetic patients
at sufficiently high
risk of major vascular events, irrespective of their initial cholesterol
concentrations."
"You can ‘convert’ a person with metabolic syndrome to what is
essentially a nondiabetic state
with diet modification and exercise,"
Dr. Keilson says. "In true diabetes, though, the
risk of heart disease
is profound, and many physicians will go directly to pharmaceutical
therapy to give their patients maximum protection."
Although people with diabetes tend to have
levels of LDL cholesterol that are the same
(or only slightly elevated) as people who don’t have diabetes, their LDL particles are
of a different
and more dangerous kind.
The LDL particles in people with diabetes
are different because they contain more
triglycerides.
"When you increase the
concentration
of triglycerides in LDL
cholesterol, its structure changes
and it
becomes a smaller, denser particle,"
says
Leonard M. Keilson, M.D., M.P.H., a lipids
specialist
"These dense LDL particles are particularly dangerous, because they can
more easily cross the
endothelium—the lining of the arteries—and enter
the wall of the vessels." Fatty deposits in
arterial walls lead to
atherosclerosis."
The primary focus of dyslipidemia treatment
in all people, with diabetes or not, is LDL
cholesterol.
Overwhelming evidence from clinical trials, experimental animals,
laboratory research,
and epidemiology points
to LDL cholesterol as the form of
cholesterol most
likely to cause
atherosclerosis.
Current standards call
for lowering levels of LDL cholesterol below
100 mg/dl for people
with known
atherosclerosis. Diabetes is now considered
a "coronary heart disease risk
equivalent,"
so people with diabetes are managed as if
they already have atherosclerosis.
The first drug of choice to lower LDL cholesterol levels is usually a
"statin." Statins also have the
bonus effect of lowering
triglycerides as much as 35% and raising HDL levels 10%.
Phase 1, the shortest Phase, lasts for
just two weeks and is designed to
eliminate cravings for sugar
and refined
starches -
and to jump-start your weight
loss. The purpose of Phase 1 is to
stabilize blood sugar
(which minimizes
cravings),
making it ideal for people
who are prediabetic or diabetic, as well
as for those
who need to lose a lot of
weight.
The focus of this two-week period is
on eating plenty of nutrient-dense,
fiber-rich (and guaranteed
delicious!)
foods that
satisfy your
appetite. Your meals include lean
protein, such as fish and other
seafood; skinless
white-meat
poultry,
and lean cuts of beef
(vegetarians can enjoy meat
substitutes, tofu, and beans);
high-fiber veggies; reduced-fat cheeses; eggs;
low-fat dairy; and
healthy, unsaturated fats,
such as
those found in avocados, nuts and
seeds, and extra-virgin olive and
canola oils.
During Phase 1, you'll fill up on
dishes like Chicken Breasts Stuffed
With Spinach and Goat Cheese, Seared
Pecan Salmon
With Lentils, Garlic
and Soy Grilled Pork Chops, and
more.
The South Beach Diet encourages
snacking, so you'll also get to
choose two tasty snacks each day,
like Spicy Nut Mix,
reduced-fat
cheese, and veggies with our zesty
Peanut Dip. Plus, you'll dine on
delicious
desserts (every day!),
including Chilled Espresso Custard,
Heavenly Lemon Mousse, and our famed
Ricotta Crème.
With all the options
-
from gourmet meals to on-the-go
snacks to quick weeknight dinners -
you won't feel hungry or deprived!
Phase 2 is the long-term weight-loss
Phase of the plan. It's also the perfect
place to start for those people
who have
10 pounds or less to lose, who don't
have problems with cravings, who don't
have excess belly fat,
or who simply
want to
improve their health.
In Phase 2, you'll eat everything in
Phase 1 plus good carbs, such as
whole-grain bread, brown rice,
whole-wheat pasta,
fruits, and even
more veggies, like sweet potatoes,
pumpkin, and peas.
Of course, you'll
continue to enjoy snacks and
dessert
too, including dark chocolate!
In fact, you'll eat delicious
meals, like Coconut Chicken, Shrimp
Scampi, Pesto Pasta Salad, and Pork
and
Black Bean Quesadillas.
Side
dishes include Nutty Brown Rice and
Baked Sweet Potato Fries. And don't
forget snacks: Smoked Salmon
Canapés
With Horseradish Cream,
Peppery
Cheese Popcorn, and black bean dip
with baked whole-grain
tortilla
chips are a few of the many snacks
you'll choose from.
Then, cap off your dinner with a
decadent dessert, like Green Tea
Truffles, Chocolate Berry Cups, or
Dark Chocolate Bark With Walnuts.
Best of all, you'll eat all these
delicious foods and still lose
weight and
get healthier.
By now, you've adopted the South Beach
Diet lifestyle, making smart food
choices that fit the way you live.
That's what Phase 3 is all
about, and it
begins once you reach your healthy
weight. In Phase 3, you'll
continue to
follow the principles you learned in
Phases 1 and 2, but because it's the
lifelong stage of the
plan, it includes
almost every kind of food and it allows
for additional occasional indulgences.
It is the key to maintaining a healthy
weight for life.
On Phase 3, you can dine on meals
like Dutch Apple Pancakes (a
terrific weekend brunch), Chicken
Pot Pie, Asian Chicken Salad
With
Wonton Crisps, and Pepper-Spiked
Beef Stew. Phase 3-friendly
sides
include Farmers' Market Pasta Salad,
Apple-Butternut Squash Soup, and
corn on the cob.
As for snacks, you
can choose from fare like Triple
Berry Cooler,
Pecan-Stuffed Dates,
and tropical fruit salad. And you'll
indulge in desserts like Chocolate
Pie With
Crispy Peanut Butter Crust
and Chocolate Fondue. Imagine eating
this way for the rest of your life!
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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.
Read More..........
Blood Sugars
Fasting
Avoiding organ damage
Max Fasting blood sugars
should be 5.6
: to avoid organ damage 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.
As blood sugar levels rise
unabated, the body converts these sugars into fatty compounds
called
triglycerides.
Triglycerides slow the
blood flow in the smaller arteries and arterioles
by making the blood
thicker and stickier. As the oxygen-carrying blood
fails to reach
various parts of the body in time, the damage begins to mount.
The areas
supplied by the smallest blood vessels begin to suffer first. The vision
deteriorates.
Strokes occur. Kidneys begin to fail. Cardiovascular
disease becomes evident.
Numbness, tingling and pain begins to occur in
the lower extremities followed by the
necessary amputation of the toes,
feet or lower limbs. Read More....
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....
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The
Mediterranean Diet is a great way
for people to eat healthy food that
tastes great. It's easy to follow
the Mediterranean Diet.
Make olive oil your primary
source of dietary fat
Incorporate an abundance of food
from plant sources, including
fruits and vegetables, breads,
grains, beans, nuts, and seeds
Eat
low to moderate amounts of fish
and poultry weekly
Eat
low to moderate amounts of
cheese and yogurt daily
Drink
a moderate amount of wine (one
to two glasses per day for men,
one glass per day for women)
Here are
some other easy tips: Substitute
olive oil for butter. Snack on
almonds instead of fat-free cookies.
Spread avocado on a sandwich to
replace the mayonnaise.
Read More....
Flax Seed
Flax Seed
If you want to enjoy the benefits of
flaxseed
oil, it is important to ground the seeds before you
eat them or use
pure flax seed oil from a bottle.
The flax seed is too hard for the
stomach to digest and if you eat whole flax seeds they
will just pass
through you
without releasing any nutrients. (They will however work
wonders
if you ever become constipated!)
Thomas Smith in the 'Fats and Oils' section of his website
Healing Matters - www.healingmatters.com
says Flaxseed is a
healthy choice.
Both Flax seed oil or
ground Flax seed are healthy choices.
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.
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Type 2 Diabetes: Dealing with
Hypodermic Needles ! – It’s Not as Bad as You Think!
With over 20 million people
currently diagnosed with diabetes in the United States alone, there are
many people dealing with the daily rigors of treating their condition.
An unfortunate fact is that most of these people have to use hypodermic
needles to inject themselves with insulin several times daily. Since
nearly 10% of Americans suffer from trypanophobia (the fear of needles),
it is no wonder that these injections can be daunting and even
terrifying to
Diabetics. Dealing with hypos is essential to controlling
one’s insulin levels and must be mastered early on after diagnosis.
Though no one relishes the
prospect of pricking themselves daily with hypodermic needles initially,
many diabetics overcome their natural dread and actually become quite
used to the procedure. This is the most difficult, obviously, for those
with an innate fear of needles. Increased
blood pressure and heart rate
are common symptoms of those with fear of needles. No one is sure what
causes this phobia, though research indicates that it seems to be
inherited, as close to 80% of trypanophobiacs have a relative with the
same condition. It also has been theorized that this fear is a
potential evolutionary adaptation, as puncture wounds can frequently be
fatal.
The good news is that there is
help available for those with an intense fear of needles. Cognitive
behavioral theory, or replacing irrational negative thoughts with more
neutral or positive ones, has been shown to be highly effective.
Another form of dealing with hypos is systematic desensitization, a
process wherein which a person is taught relaxation skills then
gradually introduced to the feared needle. Hypnotherapy is another
successful method many have employed to deal with their needle phobia.
Maybe the best news of all is that ongoing research into needle-less
methods of testing blood
sugar and other medical procedures is very
promising and may soon be a viable alternative for
Diabetics.
One of the most critical aspects
of coping with injections is proper care, use, and disposal of
hypodermic needles. A diabetic must always ensure that they use a clean
needle, only use it once, and never share with anyone. A dirty or used
needle can transmit a whole host of diseases, many of them fatal.
Puncturing your skin with a non-sterile hypo can also cause many types
of infections. Safely dealing with hypos means that one should always
keep their needles out of the reach of children and pets, and always
dispose of used needles properly.
Many people diagnosed with type
2 diabetes are unsure initially how this will affect their daily lives.
Some fear it will result in a drastic change in their lifestyle,
including a loss of the ability to drive safely or even a loss of their
driver’s license. The good news is that most
Diabetics can still drive
safely if adequate precautions are taken and they practice safe habits.
Of course, whether or not driving and diabetes can mix should be first
discussed with a physician. Some diabetics experience extremely high or
low levels of
insulin states (hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia) with little
to no warning and therefore should be extra wary of driving.
One of the most important
factors in determining whether one can safely drive with diabetes is how
quickly they can recognize a low blood sugar condition and its
symptoms. One should always check their glucose levels prior to driving
and ask a physician how often they should check while driving. There
are several symptoms a person with Diabetes should look out for while
behind the wheel. Feeling sleepy, confused, or dizzy is often a first
sign that blood
glucose levels have dropped too low to safely operate a
vehicle. The worst possible scenario of driving and diabetes is a loss
of consciousness or seizure.
So what should one do if they
feel any of these symptoms coming on? This is where proper planning
ahead of time may save lives. The first step is to pull over as soon as
safely possible. There should be something available in the car to
treat the low, whether it is juice, candy, soda, or glucose tablets. If
one is experiencing these symptoms, their mind may be not thinking
clearly, so the items for treating the low should be placed
conspicuously and within easy reach.
There are only a handful of
complications that would absolutely preclude a person with diabetes from
driving safely. In some extreme cases, blindness is a result of the
condition, and one should stop driving as soon as visual degradation
begins. Some diabetic patients experience nerve damage in their
extremities, which can lead to tingling, loss of sensation, and
ultimately even amputation. As always, one’s treating physician is
always the best judge of whether driving and diabetes are a good mix.
Most doctors are happy to assist in evaluating each patient’s individual
condition and symptoms to accurately make a safe judgment.
By
Dr Michael Hutch
Living With Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes: Driving And
Taking Insulin – How Much Risk is Involved?
Many people diagnosed with type
2 diabetes are unsure how this will affect their lifestyle, and are
especially concerned that the mixture of driving and taking insulin will
result in a loss of the ability to drive safely or even lead to
mandatory forfeiture of their driver’s license. Many studies indicate,
however, that most type 2
Diabetics can still drive safely while on
insulin if adequate precautions are taken and they practice safe
habits. All diabetics contemplating driving should first check with
their doctor. Some insulin patients can arrive at low blood sugar
levels with little or no warning, so should consider all factors before
attempting to drive.
Once you get the all clear from
your doctor, there are a few legal steps you must take to cover all your
bases. Unfortunately, different states have different requirements as to
what you must report to them regarding driving and taking
insulin.
California, for instance, requires that you must inform them if you take
insulin injections or tablets. Most states do not have this
requirement, and instead require notification only after a medical
incident related to Diabetes occurs. The risks of sleepiness,
dizziness, and confusion are very real for the diabetic suffering from a
low
blood sugar condition.
Even more worrisome is the
possibility of loss of consciousness or seizures while behind the
wheel. Due to this fact, most state departments of motor vehicles
compel physicians to report any dangerous medical conditions. Most
physicians will not report a patient’s insulin use unless there is a
history of blackouts. Once reported, a diabetic patient can potentially
resume driving and taking insulin once a specific period of time passes
without a recurrence of a blackout. The best course of actions is to
check with the DMV in your state for their requirements and guidelines.
If you are one of the lucky
Diabetics who has not experienced blackouts and your doctor has cleared
you to drive, you should still practice caution and plan ahead. Driving
and taking insulin requires that you prepared for a low sugar event by
keeping your
insulin in your vehicle and close at hand. If you
experience dizziness or sleepiness, pull over as soon as is safely
possible and correct the condition. Checking your blood
sugar levels
prior to driving is essential, as is checking the levels while you are
driving. Your physician can assist you in determining how frequently
you should stop and test while behind the wheel.
By
Dr Michael Hutch
Type 2 Diabetes Weight Loss
Type 2 Diabetes: Fat Around the Belly: Causes Insulin Resistance!! – Why
Winning the Battle of the Bulge is Crucial
All diabetics learn early on
that weight management is a crucial piece of the puzzle when it comes to
maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Excess fat or obesity can lead to many
diabetes related complications and make controlling the disease
especially difficult. Of particular concern is excess abdominal weight,
as fat around the belly causes insulin resistance. This breeds a
vicious cycle, where the
insulin resistance then contributes to
accumulation of even more belly fat. Losing this “spare tire” some
carry around their middle is extra difficult for those with diabetes,
but vital to their well-being.
So why should you be concerned
that fat around the belly causes insulin resistance and what does the
term mean? Insulin is vital in converting the sugars in the foods we
eat to usable energy. When is cannot be efficiently absorbed by the
cells, the body produces more of it, which throws the balance off
further. This causes your body to then burn muscle for energy instead
of the fuel from the foods you eat. As this condition, also known as
metabolic syndrome, progresses insulin resistance increases and further
prevents existing belly fat from being burned as energy and even more
fat is stored.
Since increasing insulin
resistance is a dangerous condition for diabetics, losing that belly fat
should be a top priority for anyone who possesses one. Unfortunately,
excess fat stored around the mid-section is some of the hardest to
lose. Since fat around the belly causes
insulin resistance, a diet that
helps to lower insulin levels is an excellent first step. Avoiding
caffeine and chocolate helps many people with diabetes lower insulin
levels, which they find has a positive effect on the amount of fat being
stored by their bodies. Choosing foods low on the Glycemic Index is
also an effective weapon in the battle against belly fat.
As well as paying close
attention to what goes into your body, you should also pay heed to how
well you are treating yourself. Moderate activity or exercise has been
shown use the glucose existing in your blood and lower sugar levels.
The fact that fat around the belly causes insulin resistance should also
prompt you to examine other improvements in your lifestyle, such as
getting proper sleep and reducing stress. Not getting enough sleep
prevents your body from regulating itself correctly, and stress has been
proven to have a deleterious effect on blood sugar levels.
By
Dr Michael Hutch
Type
2 Diabetes Sugar
Type 2 Diabetes: How to Lower
After Meals Glucose – Simple Steps to a Better Level
Once thought unimportant, an
after meals glucose test is now recommended for most
Diabetics. Even
slightly high
glucose levels after eating are associated with an
increased risk of eye damage, heart disease and many other diabetes
related illnesses. Feeling sleepy or excessively tired after eating is
a definite sign that one should be administering this test. Often those
who perform the test and find high
sugar levels are unsure how to lower
after meals glucose. Most of the solutions are relatively simple, but
often require that the diligent diabetic do some experimentation to find
the method or combination of methods that work best for them.
Many times the reason for an
elevated glucose level after a meal is the food selection. Eating fewer
carbohydrates during the meal can be an easy way to have a significant
effect. It is not recommended that carbs be eliminated altogether, but
they can often be reduced with excellent results. Switching to foods
with a lower Glycemic Index will ensure that the sugars are released
into the bloodstream more slowly, and are a helpful way to lower after
meals glucose. Milk, pasta, and yogurt are examples of foods that have
a slower release of sugars and could be substituted.
If your doctor approves it, ten
to twenty minutes of moderate exercise can also be a valuable tool to
lower after meals glucose. Heart patients should not exercise
immediately after eating, but most diabetes patients can handle a
moderate workout. Light exercise is obviously best after eating, but
even something as simple as taking a short walk with the family dog can
educe large benefits. Exercise also has the added benefit of helping to
keep body weight in line and stress levels low, which are critical
factors for all diabetics to manage their condition.
If experimentation with all of
the above methods does not improve your test results, it may be time to
go talk to your doctor. There are numerous medications available, and
your physician can work with you to help find the right one for you. If
you go this route, be sure to take the medications as prescribed and on
time. A missed or late dose can easily result in a high sugars
reading. Your doctor may also be able to go through your
blood sugar
records and spot Dietary patterns that can lead to simple solutions to
lower your after meals glucose.
By
Dr Michael Hutch
Managing Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes: Tips And Tricks – Make a Healthy Lifestyle a Habit!
Once diagnosed with diabetes,
proper care and vigilance is essential. No other disease has so many
variables in its treatment and maintenance, and often experimentation is
needed to find a regimen that works for you. Attention to everything
from diet to exercise to blood
sugar level monitoring all must become a
part of a
Diabetic’s lifestyle. Even as onerous and daunting a task as
that may sound, there are many tips and tricks discovered by diabetics
over the years available to make life with this disease a long and
healthy one.
Diabetes comes with a risk of
many health complications. Therefore, among the most important tips and
tricks a diabetic can use is paying extra attention to any changes in
their physical well-being. For instance, Diabetes can often lead to
problems with the feet, including decreased sensation, infections, and
nerve damage. Excess weight, ill-fitting shoes, and going barefoot can
all contribute to or accelerate these conditions. Gum disease is also a
common problem for
Diabetics, so regular dental checkups are a must.
Since blindness is also a real possibility in diabetics, eye
examinations should become a routine part of your healthcare regimen.
One of the most effective ways
to manage diabetes is with proper diet and exercise. Since a steady
release of food sugars into the bloodstream is ideal, it is a good idea
to eat smaller meals and snacks throughout the day rather than a few
small meals. Eating the same amounts of food daily is also a critical
component to a healthy lifestyle. One of the tips and tricks often
overlooked is exercise. Among the many benefits of being physically
active is reduced risk of obesity, better circulation, and stress
relief. Adding a method of stress relief such as yoga or meditation is
also a popular way for diabetics to manage their disease.
The vigilance required by a
Diabetic is most important when monitoring symptoms of their blood sugar
rising too high or dropping too low. While proper medications can help
prevent these situations in most cases, it is helpful to have a few tips
and tricks up your sleeve to deal with them should they arise. Many
diabetics keep juices handy at all times, including apple and orange.
Hard candy, and soda with sugar (no Diet drinks) can also help bring
your
glucose levels back within healthy range quickly. Be sure to keep
these items anywhere you may need them, including your desk at work and
your car.
By
Dr Michael Hutch
Diabetes Type 2 Blood Sugar
Type
2 Diabetes: Tips to Lower Fasting Blood Sugar – Tips to Control This
Important Level
One of the most critical tests
for a diabetic is the fasting
bloodsugar. This is a glucose level that
is taken in the morning, usually after 8 hours or more of fasting. Some
people find that their levels are consistently low and some people’s
counts fluctuate wildly. In either case there are a number of simple
tips to lower fasting blood sugar that can bring this important number
into the acceptable range. These levels can be greatly affected by a
number of factors that most
Diabetics aren’t even aware of.
The first tip to lower fasting
blood sugar is to add or modify a bedtime snack. When we are not
eating, the liver releases sugar into the bloodstream as a fuel for our
bodies. Sometimes, particularly in type 2 diabetes, the liver can
overcompensate and pump out too much sugar. By having a bedtime snack
rich in carbohydrates, one can often prevent this from occurring. It is
important to experiment with what and how much you snack on. Small
changes in the amount of food consumed can often lead to large changes
in fasting blood
sugar levels. What you eat is also important, as junk
food can exacerbate a high sugar count.
Many diabetes patients find that
evening exercise does wonders for their morning blood sugar level. A
person with diabetes should always check with their doctor before
beginning any exercise regimen, but even moderate exercise for a short
period can be an effective way to lower fasting
blood sugar. Many are
surprised to learn that a twenty minute stroll around the block is a
helpful tip to lower blood fasting sugar. Engaging in exercise also has
the added benefit of assisting in a good night’s sleep, which is also
useful in helping to bring about healthy
sugar levels.
A last factor in managing
fasting blood sugar levels, and Diabetes in general, is stress
reduction. It cannot be overemphasized how critical the relationship is
between mind and body. Stress actually causes your liver to release
sugars and create hormones that work against insulin. In addition, high
stress levels increase blood pressure and shave a significant
deleterious effect on the health of your heart. Among the most
rewarding tips for lowering fasting blood sugar could be the addition of
some form of meditation or stress release. These will help bring mind
and body into harmony, and could add years to your life.
By
Dr Michael Hutch
Controlling Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes: You Take Medications: But You Still Need To Watch it!! -
How Lifestyle Changes Can Complement Diabetes Medications
Most people with diabetes today
are able to live healthy and normal lives due to the medications that
they are prescribed. But due to the complexity of the disease and the
risks involved, even if you take medications you still need to watch it.
Becoming complacent and assuming that medication alone will conquer
your diabetes and its symptoms is a dangerous gamble. The good news is
that there are countless simple ways you can adjust your daily life to
assist in the treatment of your diabetes. One these techniques become a
part of your normal routine, you will be well on your way to managing
the condition.
Even after working closely with
your physician and settling on the proper medications and dosages, a
steadfast attention to diet must be a focus in your treatment. Even
though you take medications, you still need to watch your food intake,
as it plays a vital role in blood sugar levels. Most diabetics will find
that they must experiment with their diet to find a routine that helps
alleviate symptoms of Diabetes. Eating smaller meals more frequently
and consuming the same amounts of food daily are habits most diabetics
find helpful. Substituting foods low on the Glycemic Index and avoiding
caffeine are outstanding habits to develop.
Another battle many
Diabetics
face is striking a balance in the amount of physical activity they
engage in. If your doctor feels you are healthy enough for exercise, it
is highly recommended. Among the many benefits of being
physically active is reduced risk of obesity, better circulation, and
stress relief. If you take medications, you still need to watch your
stress levels as well. Adding a method of stress relief such as yoga or
meditation is also an easy way for diabetics to manage their symptoms.
For a diabetic, maintaining an
overall healthy lifestyle while living with the disease is certainly
challenging, but easier than ever these days. There are a multitude of
medications available that your doctor can prescribe. Carefully
following the instructions for taking these meds is indeed mandatory for
diabetes sufferers. If you are one of the diabetes patients who do take
medications, you still need to watch it. Ignoring symptoms of low
bloodsugar such as sleepiness, dizziness, or blurred vision can lead to
potentially life-threatening conditions including loss of consciousness,
seizures, and even coma. Vigilance is compulsory, but the reward is a
long and healthy life.
By
Dr Michael Hutch
Treating Diabetes Type 2
Type
2 Diabetes: Natural Cures Versus Medications – Is Natural The Way To Go?
Over 20 million people in the
United States are currently diagnosed with diabetes, with 90% or more
suffering from type 2 diabetes. With the surge of interest in the last
decade or so in herbal, holistic, and all-natural remedies, it is only
natural that many would seek out these types of treatments for the
control of Diabetes. There exists an entire industry dedicated to the
proposition that natural cures are every bit as effective as medications
prescribed by a doctor. From herbs and vitamins to other less
conventional cures, there is a plethora of information out there to
digest.
The decision to attempt natural
cures versus medications is one that should be made with great caution.
Since diabetes is a potentially life-threatening disease, one should
always check with their physician before trying any natural cures.
Before beginning any natural regimen, inform your doctor to avoid any
potential interactions between herbs and supplements with medications
you may currently be taking. Any natural cures you endeavor to try
should also be used only as a supplement you your doctor-prescribed
medications, not as a replacement. Any unusual symptoms or worsening of
condition while trying natural cures should be reported immediately to
your physician.
One of the most popular avenues
people may take in the quest for natural cures versus medications are
supplements. Magnesium is a mineral that occurs naturally in some
vegetables and nuts. Magnesium is needed to help regulate blood sugar
levels, and magnesium deficiency may be a factor in poor blood glucose
control. Ginseng is another popular supplement that is thought to help
improve blood sugar control. Zinc is vital in the production and
storage if insulin, and is taken as a supplement by many type 2
Diabetics. Cinnamon is also being studied as a potential aid in
reducing fasting blood glucose levels.
There are other forms of natural
cures out there that may seem a bit far-fetched, but are being studied
further after initial successes. One such treatment is hot tub
therapy. In a 1999 study, some patients who were immersed in a hot tub
daily for three weeks were able to cut their required insulin intake by
18%. Other participants saw a decrease in
blood pressure, modest
weight loss, and improved blood sugar readings. A Japanese study in
natural cures versus medications recently explored the positive effects
of Aloe Vera on blood glucose levels. Initial results were promising,
and research is continuing.
By
Dr Michael Hutch
Information On Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes: World Diabetes
Day! Yes, But What Is It? – Background On This Important Celebration
November 14th of each
year is a very significant date for the hundreds of millions of people
worldwide who now live with diabetes. This is the day recognized
globally as World Diabetes Day. The date was first celebrated in 1991,
when the World Health Organization and the International Diabetes
Federation created the awareness-raising commemoration. Since then, the
campaign has taken on even more significance with designation as an
official United Nations Day in 2007. This important day is used to
raise awareness of the global surge in people living with diabetes and
also to educate the public about the disease.
The day is marked by all member
nations of the United Nations, as well as a multitude of healthcare
companies, diabetes organizations, health professionals, and also those
suffering from the disease and their families. The date of November 14th
was chosen to celebrate World Diabetes Day to commemorate the birthday
of Frederick Banting, who is largely credited with the foundation of
ideas leading to the discovery of
insulin in 1922. Many organizations
and healthcare providers take advantage of the worldwide forum to
schedule free screenings and sponsor awareness-raising events such as
media interviews and press conferences.
Every year World Diabetes Day is
marked with a theme. Each theme is designed to call attention to and
raise awareness of a particular aspect of the disease and its treatment.
Past themes have included diabetes and foot care,
Diabetes in the
disadvantaged and vulnerable, and diabetes in children and adolescents.
The current theme to be celebrated for the years 2009 through 2013 is
diabetes education and prevention. This theme is seen as crucial to
helping millions worldwide understand the importance of healthy
lifestyles and be spared the suffering and ill effects of diabetes.
There are an estimated 300
million people worldwide now living with diabetes. Organizations such
as the World Health Organization and the International Diabetes
Federation are determined to use November 14th of each year
to educate as many people around the globe as possible about diabetes
and help prevent its spread. As societies around the world grow older
and less active and obesity rates skyrocket, it is estimated that as
many as 350 million people globally that are at risk of contracting type
2 Diabetes. With these sobering facts I mind, there can be no doubt that
there is more of a need than ever for an outstanding observance such as
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