Diabetes mellitus is cause by the lack of insulin production in the pancreas. As a result the body is unable to process glucose. Diabetes has two types, insulin dependent and non insulin dependent (also known as late onset diabetes).
Some common nutritional deficiencies associated with diabetes include:
chromium,
vanadium,
magnesium,
vitamins C and E.
Hypoglycemia is associated with the production of too much insulin resulting in too much sugar being driven into the cells. The blood sugar level is then reduced to a low level. This does not matter so much for the muscle cells and other cells in the body as it does for the cells of the brain, because glucose (sugar) is required by the brain for it to work normally. It is not surprising then that many of the symptoms associated with hypoglycemia are related to mental functioning.
What you can do to help
Studies have shown that high doses of vitamin E improve the insulin action in late onset diabetes.
High doses of antioxidants are thought to lead to the regression of complications of diabetes. These can be taken as part of a good multivitamin and mineral supplement.
Vitamin C at 1 g per day has been found to have a beneficial effect on blood sugar control and blood lipids (fats).
Vitamin B6 has been used to successfully control diabetes that develops in pregnancy (gestational diabetes). This should be taken as a part of a vitamin B complex supplement unless otherwise prescribed by your health professional.
Zinc is easily lost in the urine of a diabetic person, which may cause poor resistance to infections, poor ability to heal wounds and may also cause a reduced response to insulin. Supplements of 10 to 30 mg per day should be of assistance.
Gamma-linolenic acid (GIA) has been shown to improve the symptoms of diabetes significantly.
Brewer's yeast contains chromium which helps to normalize blood sugar levels and metabolism. Take 2 to 3 tablespoons daily.
Onions and garlic lower blood sugar levels. Ensure that you have plenty on your diet. Odorless garlic supplements are available.
Where possible exclude simple sugars (sucrose, glucose) from your diet.
Avoid alcohol and reduce your salt intake.
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Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Diabetes
Diabetes mellitus is cause by the lack of insulin production in the pancreas. As a result the body is unable to process glucose. Diabetes has two types, insulin dependent and non insulin dependent (also known as late onset diabetes).
Some common nutritional deficiencies associated with diabetes include:
chromium,
vanadium,
magnesium,
vitamins C and E.
Hypoglycemia is associated with the production of too much insulin resulting in too much sugar being driven into the cells. The blood sugar level is then reduced to a low level. This does not matter so much for the muscle cells and other cells in the body as it does for the cells of the brain, because glucose (sugar) is required by the brain for it to work normally. It is not surprising then that many of the symptoms associated with hypoglycemia are related to mental functioning.
What you can do to help
Studies have shown that high doses of vitamin E improve the insulin action in late onset diabetes.
High doses of antioxidants are thought to lead to the regression of complications of diabetes. These can be taken as part of a good multivitamin and mineral supplement.
Vitamin C at 1 g per day has been found to have a beneficial effect on blood sugar control and blood lipids (fats).
Vitamin B6 has been used to successfully control diabetes that develops in pregnancy (gestational diabetes). This should be taken as a part of a vitamin B complex supplement unless otherwise prescribed by your health professional.
Zinc is easily lost in the urine of a diabetic person, which may cause poor resistance to infections, poor ability to heal wounds and may also cause a reduced response to insulin. Supplements of 10 to 30 mg per day should be of assistance.
Gamma-linolenic acid (GIA) has been shown to improve the symptoms of diabetes significantly.
Brewer's yeast contains chromium which helps to normalize blood sugar levels and metabolism. Take 2 to 3 tablespoons daily.
Onions and garlic lower blood sugar levels. Ensure that you have plenty on your diet. Odorless garlic supplements are available.
Where possible exclude simple sugars (sucrose, glucose) from your diet.
Avoid alcohol and reduce your salt intake.
Some common nutritional deficiencies associated with diabetes include:
chromium,
vanadium,
magnesium,
vitamins C and E.
Hypoglycemia is associated with the production of too much insulin resulting in too much sugar being driven into the cells. The blood sugar level is then reduced to a low level. This does not matter so much for the muscle cells and other cells in the body as it does for the cells of the brain, because glucose (sugar) is required by the brain for it to work normally. It is not surprising then that many of the symptoms associated with hypoglycemia are related to mental functioning.
What you can do to help
Studies have shown that high doses of vitamin E improve the insulin action in late onset diabetes.
High doses of antioxidants are thought to lead to the regression of complications of diabetes. These can be taken as part of a good multivitamin and mineral supplement.
Vitamin C at 1 g per day has been found to have a beneficial effect on blood sugar control and blood lipids (fats).
Vitamin B6 has been used to successfully control diabetes that develops in pregnancy (gestational diabetes). This should be taken as a part of a vitamin B complex supplement unless otherwise prescribed by your health professional.
Zinc is easily lost in the urine of a diabetic person, which may cause poor resistance to infections, poor ability to heal wounds and may also cause a reduced response to insulin. Supplements of 10 to 30 mg per day should be of assistance.
Gamma-linolenic acid (GIA) has been shown to improve the symptoms of diabetes significantly.
Brewer's yeast contains chromium which helps to normalize blood sugar levels and metabolism. Take 2 to 3 tablespoons daily.
Onions and garlic lower blood sugar levels. Ensure that you have plenty on your diet. Odorless garlic supplements are available.
Where possible exclude simple sugars (sucrose, glucose) from your diet.
Avoid alcohol and reduce your salt intake.
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