DIABETES, ELEVATED BLOOD SUGARS, GLUCOSE METABOLISM, TYPE 1 DIABETES, TYPE 2 DIABETES

Diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by elevated fasting blood sugar levels. This chronic elevation of glucose greatly increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and damages nerves. Diabetes occurs when the cells of the body become resistant to insulin and glucose is unable to enter the cells, or when the pancreas does not secrete enough insulin.

Glucose Diagnostic Values (diagnostic sugar levels):
Overnight fasting glucose blood values of 140 mg/dl on to separate occasions.
AND/OR
Glucose Tolerance Test: Drinking 75 g of glucose, blood levels after 2 hours are equal or greater than 200 mg/dl.

There are over 10 million Americans with diabetes, and less than half know or ever consult a physician. Symptoms of diabetes are excessive thirst, appetite, and frequent urination. Skin tags are frequently found in persons with diabetes.

Diabetes Classifications:
Type I: Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM), most often found in children and adolescents.
Type II: Non-insulin dependent diabetes (N(DDM) generally is found in adults after 40 years of age.

Causes of Diabetes:
Genetics play an important role in the susceptibility to diabetes and environmental factors are important in its inductions. A diet high in simple carbohydrates is thought to be a causative factor in susceptible persons. While a diet high in fiber and complex carbohydrates may be protective. Obesity is a key factor in NIDDM. 90% of NIDDM people are obese. A high-fat, low carbohydrate diet increases the risk of subsequently developing Type II diabetes. Chromium functions as a cofactor in all insulin regulating activities. Chromium deficiency is widespread in the US. Antibodies to pancreatic cells are present in 75% of Type I diabetics, which causes destruction of the cells that produce insulin.

Complications of Diabetes:
Acute:
Hypoglycemia – low blood sugar.
Diabetic ketoacdosis – lack of insulin leading to a build-up of ketoacids, which if left untreated can lead to a coma.
Non-ketogenic hyperosmolar syndrome ( primarily affects type II diabetics). Profound dehydration due to deficient fluid intake or precipitating events.

Chronic:
Atherosclerosis – leading to a two to threefold higher risk of dying due to a heart attack or stroke.
Diabetic retinopathy: a serious eye disease that can lead to blindness.
Diabetic neuropathy: Loss of peripheral nerve function causing tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness, and loss of function.
Diabetic nephropathy: injury and destruction to structures, and tiny blood vessels of the kidney.
Diabetic foot ulcers: Lack of blood flow and neuropathy are the main factors in the development of diabetic foot ulcers that may lead to gangrene. Keeping the feet clean, dry, warm, and wearing only well-fitted shoes, avoidance of injury, and no tobacco use (blood vessel constriction), can help prevent diabetic foot ulcers.

Diet recommendations:
A diet high in fiber from cereal grains, legumes, and root vegetables, and restriction of simple sugar, simple carbohydrates, and fat. 70-75% of calories from complex carbohydrates, 15-20% from protein, and 10-25% from fat. The positive effects of this diet include:
Stabilized blood sugars
Increased cellular sensitivity to insulin
Lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels with increased HDL cholesterol levels.
Weight reduction.

Naturopathic Protocol:
UltraGlycemX (MET): Blend 2 scoops in 8 to 12 ounces of chilled liquid 1 - 2 times daily. Nutritionally supports insulin and glucose homeostasis. Please use in combination with "Insinase" OR
UltraMeal Plus 360 (MET): 1-3 servings per day of 2 level scoops blended with chilled water. Supports healthy insulin function and blood sugar levels. Please use in combinaton with "Insinase".
Clinical Nutrients for Glucose Regulation (IT): 1 tablet 3 times per day with meals
OR Wellness Essentials for Blood Sugar Support.
Fish Oil, Ultra Pure 360 EPA/240 DHA (VN) OR Flax Oil Certified Organic 1000 mg Softgels (VN): 1 capsule in AM and PM. Provides essential fatty acids.
Greens First or Red Alert: 1 – 2 scoops per day. Provides the antioxidant power of 10 servings of fruits and vegetables.
Insinase
Blood Sugar Support (VN): 1 capsule with lunch and 1 capsule with dinner. Balances blood sugar levels.
DB-7 (RxV): 1 capsule with breakfast and 1 capsule with dinner. Balances blood sugar.
NAC (VN): 1 capsule in AM and 1 capsule in PM. Shown to reverse insulin resistance.
Biotin Forte without Zinc (IT): 2-3 tablets per day. Decreases insulin resistance.
Green Tea Phytosomes (IT): 1 capsule in AM and PM. Protects kidneys and pancreas.

PLEASE NOTE: DIABETES IS A COMPLEX DISEASE AND EVERYONE WITH DIABETES SHOULD BE WORKING WITH A PHYSICIAN.

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