Type 2 Diabetes Treatment and Insulin Resistance
Diabetes is a problem with
insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas. Insulin allows the cells of the
body to utilize glucose or blood sugar, their major source of fuel.
There are two types of Diabetes - Type 1 and Type 2.
In Type 2 diabetes (or insulin
resistance), the pancreas has no trouble producing insulin.
The problem is that the cells of the boy develop resistance to the
insulin, so the pancreas produces more insulin in order to try to overcome the
cells resistance. Insulin levels
may exceed 100 units (versus the normal 31).
Type II develops slowly, over the course of years it is really a
long-term and severe case of Syndrome X.
Insulin or oral hypoglycemic medications may be necessary to stabilize a Type II diabetic, but
changes in lifestyle and nutrition can cure this condition.
Type 2 Diabetes
is a serious disorder. Seek
appropriate medical assistance.
Lifestyle Changes Can Help
Diabetics should avoid high
glycemic carbohydrates and eat a diet with a balanced intake of fats, proteins
and carbohydrates. Exercise and
weight loss are also very helpful in overcoming insulin resistance in cells.
However, easier
said than done! The good news is
that there are several supplements which may help out by providing some of the same benefits
as changing your diet and increasing exercise, including (click these links or
see chart below for how): SugarReg, ProPancreas (Target P-14
and PBS
can also be used), Noni Juice Carbo
Grabbers, Capsicum, and Goldenseal.
Some Answers!
You know that:
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Sugar
has overwhelmed and undermined our bodies most important functions |
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Inflammation
is the root of diabetes and other diseases it must be controlled. |
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Controlling
our blood sugar may not only prevent diabetes it can also reduce disease
and dramatically enhance our quality of life. |
So, How Do We Fight ALL These Things?
We need to watch/reduce blood
sugar, fight inflammation, eliminate toxins, and reduce/stop reliance on
drugs.
You have heard it a million
times
Diet and exercise! Diet and exercise!
Diet and exercise!!!
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Diet
helps to reduce the calorie, carbohydrate-dense, and blood sugar raising foods
that start and feed into the Blood Sugar-Insulin Resistance cycle. In
addition, a bad diet results in weight gain, which also contributes to the
cycle, sugar is stored in fat. |
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Exercise
helps burn the calories, reduce the blood sugar and improve the circulation
that is damaged by the insulin resistance cycle. Exercise also helps in
weight loss, which burns the fat that stores the sugar .
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But it is difficult to make
ALL the changes necessary to completely eliminate all the factors of Diabetes.
Here is some good news!
There are some simple, natural, and proven answers available right now.
The following table discusses
the most critical issues with diabetes, and the recommended supplements, and
what they do. Following this table
are some addition ideas that I recommend you look into.
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Diabetic Indicator
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Physical
presentation
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Recommended
Supplement
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Benefits
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Consuming excess Carbohydrates
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White
bread, rice, pasta and other carbohydrate-dense foods will mimic
straight sugar, quickly converting to blood sugar and exacerbate a
diabetic condition.
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Carbo Grabber:
contains: White Kidney Beans
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Designed
to actually prevent the digestion of starches, a leading cause of high
blood sugar. It not only helps control diabetes, but most people find it
easier to lose weight, and we all know excess weight contributes to
diabetes.
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High Blood Sugar
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Excess
sugar/glucose remaining in the blood can cause more serious conditions,
including, renal failure, eye problems, erectile dysfunction, gangrene,
kidney damage, memory loss, obesity, inflammation and heart disease.
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Sugar Reg:
Contains:
Gymnema helps repair damaged endocrine system,
including pancreas. Also
decreases blood sugar levels
Fenugreek, butter melon, nopal, banaba-
help cells accept sugar, getting it out of the blood stream and putting
it to work.
Bilberry antioxidant that protects vulnerable organs
(eyes, kidneys, stomach)
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Blood
sugar is glucose in the blood. Glucose, transported via the bloodstream
from the intestines to body cells, is the primary source of energy for
the body's cells. When excess Glucose remains in the blood stream, due
to bad diet, or insulin resistance, serious heath concerns can be
developed including accelerated aging. Sugar
Reg helps to overcome cellular resistance to insulin. Use of
this product will reduce insulin requirements (monitor blood insulin
levels).
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Insulin Resistance
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In
insulin resistance, muscle, fat, and liver cells do not use insulin
properly. The pancreas tries to keep up with the demand for insulin by
producing more. Eventually, the pancreas cannot keep up with the body's
need for insulin, and excess glucose builds up in the bloodstream. Many
people with insulin resistance have high levels of blood glucose and
high levels of insulin circulating in their blood at the
same time
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Chromium
(with Glucose Tolerance Factor)
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A
vital trace mineral that encourages glucose tolerance factor (GTF)
production. Chromium stimulates GTF production in the intestines,
the GTF helps glucose metabolism and reception by body cells, and this
keeps blood sugar levels on the level, in turn keeping inflammation
down.
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Weak Pancreas/
insulin production
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Diabetes is a common disorder that occurs when your pancreas
either totally stops producing insulin or does not produce enough of the
hormone for your body's needs. This results in a low absorption of
glucose, both by the cells, which need it for energy, and by the liver,
which stores it. over-eating or eating high glycemic foods causes an
excess of glucose in the blood, and the pancreas cannot produce enough
insulin to cope with it.
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ProPancreas:
Golden Seal Boosts immunity and helps regulate blood sugar
Juniper Berries amplify the benefits of gold end seal,
while aiding the liver, gallbladder and urinary tract.
Garlic lowers blood fat and sugar, while increasing
the level of insulin in the blood.
White Oak bark, Mullien leaves, slippery elm bark,
marshmallow root, yarrow flowers sooth and support inflamed tissues especially
respiratory and digestive.
Licorice, capsicum, cedar berries, dandelion, and
nettle
support the above herbs while aiding immunity, digestion, and glandular
function.
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A
healthy pancreas is at the core of diabetes-free living. However,
a pancreas that produces no, or little insulin is exhausted,
stressed and weak from inflammation and repeated sugar spikes. ProPancreas
revitalizes and supports the Pancreas, using Golden seal, garlic,
capsicum, and other herbs to rebuild and support the functions of a
healthy pancreas.
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Inflammation
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Chronic
inflammation is at the root of many diseases, including Diabetes.
Inflammation damages cell membranes, making them stiffer and less
receptive to insulin. Control inflammation and you reduce your
risk for diabetes and other major diseases. Reduce sugar intake,
increase fiber, and selenium, add antioxidants that combat oxidation
damage and boost immunity.
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Noni Juice
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The
pure juice benefits many body systems, primarily because Noni Juice
is an ideal antioxidant (rich in selenium and phyto-nutrients) that
fights inflammation.
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Improve Circulation
Since diabetes also involves
a deterioration of circulation, herbs that help cardiovascular disease are
also important in diabetes. These
include:
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Supplement
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Description
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Garlic
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Garlic
is one of the most powerful circulatory remedies. Effective as many
pharmaceuticals in lowering blood pressure. Also known to remove
plaque from artery walls, reducing cholesterol. Must use for 3-6 months
before seeing results.
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Co-Q10
- Plus
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CoQ10
Strengthens
heart muscle. When combined with Hawthorn (as in CoQ10plus) and
capsicum, and additional garlic, it can improve circulatory problems.
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Alpha Lipoic Acid
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Helps
to neutralize free radical damage. ALA is the only antioxidant with the
unique ability to regenerate and recycle itself to continue destroying
free radicals. ALA also helps cells take up glucose from the blood
stream more quickly
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Blood Pressurex
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Works
on the problem of high blood pressure from several angles. It reduces
arterial inflammation and helps dilate peripheral blood vessels.
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Gentle massage also will
help the circulation of the extremities. By including essential oils that
nourish and repair nerve damage and increase circulation, you have a VERY
pleasant healing regime.
Create a massage lotion containing the following and
use in a gentle yet stimulating massage
of calf and foot:
In a base of 2oz of Vari-Gone Cream
(used to improve circulation and treat varicose veins)
add these products:
6 drops Neroli
Essential oil
6 drops Geranium
Essential oil
Mix well. Massage beginning with calves, slowly, carefully working down
to toes. Repeat daily.
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