Diabetes Management

Diabetes Millitus is a complex condition. It often runs in families, although by no means always. The condition is caused because the pancreas produces too little of the hormone insulin to break down sugars in the body. As a result, sugars are excreted in the urine. This causes great thirst and loss of weight and can after some time, result in cataracts in the eyes, or the development of chemicals called keytones in the blood. These, if allowed to accumulate, may lead to physical collapse and even coma.

Diabetes is generally treated through diet and insulin injections. Can develop acute sinusitis most winters and tends to develop colds in wet periods of the year and can be treated by an Acupuncturist and can be treated by a Homeopath, people who suddenly develop diabetes at quite an early age are likely to have to take insulin for a very long time, if not for the rest of their lives.

The effects of any herbal medicine would have to be closely monitored by testing blood sugar and urine sugar levels. Foods, the value of whole foods are very important in the management of diabetes. Grains, vegetables and fruit, which slow down the rise in levels of the sugar glucose in the bloodstream and help prevent strain on insulin production. Of vital importance would be to cut out all beer consumption, cut out caffeinated drinks and eat at regular intervals, especially necessary if you are active to prevent sugar levels from dropping.

FOODS TO EAT-

The following have insulin like action and should be included regularly, brussal sprouts, cucumber, green beans, garlic, oatmeal or oat flour products, soybeans and tofu, avocados, raw vegetables, wheat germ, buckwheat,

HERBS THAT ARE BENEFICIAL IN THE TREATMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF DIABETES:

Fresh flaxseed oil (enables insulin to be more effective) GLA (available in black current oil), evening primrose, and Spirulina, cinnamon (triples insulin's efficiently) Hawthorne (for the heart and cholesterol), Goats rue (Acts to reduce sugar levels working directly on the pancreas), Burdock (mild diuretic and blood cleanser. Increases kidney function, it also helps lower glucose levels, Gentian (bitter stimulant for both liver and pancreatic activity, improves digestion and regulates insulin production), Elder flower (diuretic and mild circulatory stimulant which also helps to relieve sinus congestion and mucus). Garlic (stimulates the immune system and kills bacteria, garlic also helps remove glucose from the blood therefore reducing blood sugar levels). Celery seed (reduces blood sugar, strong infusion [tea] reduces blood sugar) Coriander (lowers blood sugars). Other herbs good for diabetes are ginseng, marshmallow root, raspberry, sage * drink sage tea on empty stomach.
Stevia, is a great natural sweetener for diabetics, It has even been approved by the FDA as a safe food for diabetics.

FOODS TO AVOID:

All caffeinated drinks, cocoa, foods rich in fat, especially animal foods such as red meat, eggs and dairy products, sugar, white flour and white rice.

DO NOT USE THESE HERBS;

The herbs listed here are not to be used by diabetics as the contain sugars that can be hazardous for a diabetic, Ephedra, goldenseal, kola nut, angelica, licorice root.

VITAMIN, MINERALS SUPPLEMENTS;

Beta carotene (15-30 mg per day)
Vitamin B-complex (50 mg per day)
Vitamin c (100-500 mg per day)
Vitamin E (200-400 iu per day)
Vitamin b6 (250 mg per day)
Zinc (15 mg per day)

Exercise, walk and stretch at least 4-5 times weekly for at least 30 min a session. Vigorously exercise will lower blood sugar levels also.

All information found in The encyclopedia of natural remedies,
The alternative advisor, Alternative Healing.