Diabetes
HIGH BLOOD SUGAR IS AN INDICATION OF A MORE SERIOUS PROBLEM
Most of the medical establishment believes that diabetes Is a blood sugar imbalance. POPULAR UNDERSTANDING: Diabetics do not make enough insulin or the body does not use all the insulin it produces. Insulin is a hormone that makes possible for glucose (sugar) to permeate cells and then transformed to energy. The pancreas secretes enzymes that assist carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism. When the pancreas is dysfunctional then digestive enzymes are not provided for digestion. The condit...
Diabetes is endemic in western society today and it is increasing all over the world where we see people switch to a diet rich in simple starch and carbohydrates. China, Nigeria, Kenya, Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Europe, America, Canada are all reporting explosive growth in diabetes. We have to find an answer which changes habits and Trehalose may be a very convenient easily adoptable component of the solution.
Syzygium cumini or Eugenia cumini
Jamun (Jaamun) fruit is also known as Indian Blackberry, Java plum and Jambolan Plum. Also called Naaval Pazham in Tamil; Nerale Hannu in Kannada; Jaman in Hindi; Prunier de java in French and Yambolana in Spanish. It is also referred as black plum, jamba, jambolana, jambolo, jambool, jambula etc. The Jamun tree (Syzygium cumini / Eugenia cumini) is a tropical evergreen tree which can be found in the Indian sub-continent, Malay peninsula, Indonesian Islands and China (native to these countri...
Simple, Natural Ways to Manage Your Blood Sugar Levels
The rates of diabetes are increasing dramatically. Many people diagnosed with diabetes find it challenging to control their blood sugar levels. Good control of blood sugar levels is necessary to maintain good health as those with diabetes are at high risk of developing other serious problems such as blindness, nerve damage, and kidney failure. Diabetes is caused by too little insulin, insulin resistance (commonly called pre-diabetes), or both. The body turns food into glucose which is used f...
Top 10 Best Selling Diabetes & Sugar-Free Cookbooks, Top 10 American Diabetes Association Books, and
Looking for the best sugar-free recipes, the best diabetes cookbooks?! Do you want the best books on diabetes, diabetes research, diabetes care, diabetes management, and diabetes treatment?! Do you want to get a good grasp on diabetes, and want to tackle it the best way possible?! I present to you the best selling books on diabetic & sugar-free diet, the best sellers by American Diabetes Association, and the best selling books on diabetes, at this hour! What's more, the three lists are upda...
My Diabetes Diagnosis
This lens is meant to share information and resources that I've found helpful. Your milage may vary. What I share here is based on my personal experiences, and not meant to be medical advice. You should always consult a doctor for medical advice and treatment. I was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes on October 30,2008. I still haven't truly adjusted to having this disease. Someday there may be a cure, but until then I will have to learn to live with and manage my diabetes, and to educate myself...
Almost 24 million people suffer from diabetes. There are 3 main types of diabetes; type 1, type 2 and gestational. Gestational diabetes takes place during pregnancy and may or may not develop into type 2 diabetes. There are also millions of people who are pre-diabetic and without dietary and activity changes they may also become type 2 diabetic. Some of the symptoms of diabetes can include frequent urination, excessive thirst, blurry vision and weight loss, but not all diabetes will have thes...
Type 1 Diabetes - what is it?
Type 1 Diabetes is a hereditary genetic disorder which affects the pancreas. The pancreas is an organ in the body which is in charge of producing a chemical called insulin. When somebody becomes diabetic their pancreas malfunctions and is unable to produce insulin. But what is Insulin and what does it do? Insulin is a chemical that helps to control the amount of glucose in the bloodstream. The insulin helps to control the glucose levels by assisting the liver and the bodies muscles to absor...
Vitamins and Supplements for People with Diabetes
With so many vitamins and supplements on the market, how can you know which ones will be most beneficial to diabetics? While it is always wise to consult with your doctor or nutritionist, it is also a good idea to read labels carefully and to research health claims of various products.
Can a Vegan Diet Control or even REVERSE type II Diabetes?
If something as simple as eating an all plant based diet could cure diabetes, wouldn't you expect it to be in the news and being prescribed by every doctor on the planet? I would. It seems, however, that despite many testimonials and a lot of scientific evidence stacking up in favor of vegetarian and vegan diets as a method of controlling or even eliminating diabetes, the information is not getting out into the public awareness. It seems people just aren't getting the message. Perhaps the mi...
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