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endocrine system
Diabetes mellitus
Integrative Therapies

Home Care

Diabetes is a disease in which the pancreas cannot produce enough insulin, which is needed to convert sugar into energy. This causes excess sugar to spill into the blood and urine. Factors such as pregnancy, surgery, infections of the pancreas, and obesity contribute to the development of diabetes. Other causative factors are stress, poor nutrition, a malfunctioning immune system, and to a lesser extent, hereditary factors.

Symptoms of diabetes include frequent urination, excessive appetite and thirst, weight loss, tiredness, muscle cramps, poor vision, itchy skin, and wounds that are slow to heal. Diabetes can, many times, be detected through a simple urine test at the doctor's office.

This is a very serious disease. It can damage the eyes, nervous system, and kidneys. The diabetic person should be under the care and supervision of a physician.

Caution: If the aforementioned symptoms increase or if nausea, vomiting, mental confusion, disorientation, or a racing heartbeat are present, an immediate visit to the clinic or hospital emergency room is warranted.

Although some people with diabetes need oral medication or insulin shots, mild cases can be treated solely through diet and lifestyle changes. These may be quite helpful even for more severe cases requiring medication. The following recommendations should be used with the supervision and cooperation of a physician:


THE FOLLOWING SUPPLEMENTS ARE USED FOR DIABETES AND CAN BE TAKEN ON A LONGTERM BASIS:

1. Chromium Picolinate- 200 micrograms per day.

2. Niacin (vitamin B3) – 100 milligrams a day, taken with the chromium.

3. Carnitine – 1,000 milligrams per day. This helps in the breakdown of fats.

4. Pantothenic acid – 900 milligrams per day.

5. Magnesium – 400 milligrams per day.

6. Vitamin C – 1,000 milligrams, 3 times a day. Diabetics, especially those on insulin, lose vitamin C rapidly.

7. Vitamin E – 400 Units per day.

8. Zinc – 25 milligrams per day.

9. Vanadium- 5 milligrams a day.


THE PROPER DIET FOR DIABETES WILL INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

1. An overall healthy diet – Use fresh foods as close to the natural state as possible, avoiding prepackaged and processed foods. Eat daily servings of leafy green vegetables, moderate amounts of whole grains (such as brown rice and rolled oats), fresh fruit, and proteins with a minimum of animal fat. Drink at least 8 cups of fluids daily.

2. Avoid sugar foods such as candy, cake, cookies, and soda pop; sweeteners, including honey, maple syrup, corn syrup and molasses; and refined carbohydrates such as white flour and white rice. Fruit juices need to be avoided as well.

3. Eliminate the consumption of alcohol because of its high sugar content.

4. Eliminate or greatly reduce animal products in the diet. This includes meat, organ foods such as liver, and eggs, cheese, milk, sour cream, and other dairy products. Replace red meat with fish and chicken as much as possible, and add more beans, nuts, and seeds to your diet.

5. Eat plenty of fiber, consuming at least 3 of the following foods daily: 1 bowl of salad, 1 cup cooked leafy green vegetables, 1 apple, or 1 tablespoon of wheat or oat bran. High fiber helps balance blood sugar levels and helps eliminate fats from the body.

6. Guar gum or pectin supplement – 1 tablespoon at night before bedtime, mixed with 1 cup of water.

7. Eliminate fried foods in the diet. Switch instead to steaming and baking.

8. Reduce the use of fats such as butter, margarine, vegetable oils, and mayonnaise. Nuts and nut butters also have a high fat content and need to be limited, since fats block the action of insulin in the blood.

9. Eat fish rich in essential fatty acids such as mackerel, herring, and salmon twice per week.

10. Onions, garlic, and fenugreek are recommended for their ability to help lower blood sugar levels. Include them – raw as well as cooked – in your diet as often as possible. Garlic extracts may also be used in a capsule form – 2 with each meal.

11. Weight control should be practiced with a focus on proper nutrition. If you need more information, refer to the article on weight loss.


HERBS FOR DIABETES:

1. Bitter Melon in a capsule form – 2 with each meal. As a tincture, which is a liquid herbal extract – 1 teaspoon, 3 times a day.

2. Blueberry Leaf – 1 teaspoon, 3 times a day of the tincture. As a tea, mix 1 teaspoon of leaves in 1 cup of boiling water. Steep for 20 minutes and drink 3 cups per day. Recent research has shown both Bitter Melon and Blueberry Leaf to regulate blood sugar levels.

The following two herbs, less commonly known and not so readily available, are being studied in relation to their effects on diabetes:

• Pterocarpus is an herb imported from India. This herb has been shown in some research to help in regeneration of the pancreas cells that produce insulin.

• Gymnema is also an Indian herb that may help in balancing blood sugar.


PHYSICAL THERAPY MEASURES FOR DIABETES ARE AS FOLLOWS:

• A regular program of exercise – at least 30 minutes, 3 times per week of physical exercises that will get the heart working vigorously. This may decrease the need for insulin injections or oral medications and encourage weight loss. Brisk walking, aerobics, swimming, tennis, and racquetball are all excellent forms of exercise. Exercise regimes for the diabetic person must be carefully programmed in conjunction with an exercise specialist and a physician.

• Stress management – The effects of stress can be reduced through stress management and relaxation techniques, such as visualization and meditation. Counseling is also suggested. For more information on stress management, refer to the article on stress management.


HOMEOPATHY

• Phosphorus 12C: When the main symptoms are weight loss and profuse sweating. Dissolve 3 pellets under the tongue 2 times a day between meals. Take 3 weeks on and 1 week off.

Note: A wide range of homeopathic medicines can be helpful for individuals with this condition. Consultation with a health care professional trained in homeopathic prescribing will usually be the best way to select the correct medicine.


AS AN ADDITIONAL MEASURE FOR DIABETES:

Eliminate or cut down on smoking and caffeine consumption.



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