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Diabetes can be helped !!!
Diabetes occurs either when the pancreas stops
producing insulin or the body is unable to use
the insulin it produces. Both result in glucose,
the body's fuel, not being absorbed by the cells.
Insulin is needed to be present and working
for this absorption to occur.
There are two types of Diabetes:
Type 1
Type 1 is insulin dependent and diabetics must
inject themselves with insulin daily to control
blood sugar levels. Type 1's pancreas is not
producing insulin or producing insufficient
insulin, the result of which is the body is
unable to process glucose (sugar). This causes
a high level of glucose in the blood, and low
absorption of the vital energy-producing glucose
by the tissues.
Blood sugar levels can swing wildly between
Hyperglycaemia and Hypoglycaemia.
a) Hyperglycaemia - when there is an abnormally
large amount of sugar in the blood
b) Hypoglycaemia - when there is an abnormally
small amount of sugar in the blood.
Type 1 usually first appears under the age of
35, particularly in adolescents and develops
rapidly.
Type 2
In type 2 diabetes, the body produces its own
insulin, but the cells are unable to respond
to it properly. This form of diabetes is associated
with obesity and in some cases pregnancy. It
usually affects people aged 40 and over. It
is often possible for those with Type 2 to avoid
taking drugs and to regulate the condition with
changes to their diet.
This approach in most cases is more effective
and more pleasant. But always consult with your
health practitioner.
Diabetes can cause narrowing of the small blood
vessels throughout the body. The higher the
blood sugar levels, the more the small blood
vessels narrow. Resulting in the vessels carrying
less blood and circulation is impaired. Poor
circulation can lead to a number of complications
connected to diabetes: eye, foot and kidney
problems.
There are number of foods and herbs that can
assist in controlling the blood sugar levels.
Goldenseal will bring elevated blood sugar levels
plunging down and step up the production of
insulin in the pancreas. For type 2 diabetics
this is great news, but for hypoglycaemics it
is something to watch very carefully. Goldenseal
will help but not cure diabetes. A tincture
extract can be taken approximately 15 drops,
two or three times daily .
Scientific studies have shown that onions reduce
blood sugar levels for longer periods than insulin,
but more slowly. Ensure you have plenty in your
diet. Onions are best eaten raw as cooking partially
destroys its active compounds, which are contained
in a highly volatile oil. Like onions, garlic
has a significant ability to control blood sugar
levels. Garlic has a strong odour so take as
a tincture or other supplement. Either way try
to ensure your diet is rich in garlic.
Fenugreek contains six compounds that help regulate
blood sugar levels. Modern research shows that
fenugreek seeds not only lower blood glucose
but reduce insulin levels, total cholesterol
and triglycerides, while increasing HDL (the
good cholesterol).
Olive leaf acts as a hypotensive (lowers the
blood sugar levels) and dilates the walls of
blood vessels. Thereby increasing blood flow
and circulation through the body and to vital
organs. It has no side effects even when taken
over a long period, so it is good for diabetics.
Cayenne pepper is a wonderful herb to stimulate
circulation. When your blood is circulating
more efficiently you don't need as much of the
chemicals that your body produces. A little
will go a long way.
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