Diabetes

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Causes and Symptoms

  • Causes of Type 1 Diabetes : In type 1 diabetes, the body no longer makes insulin because the body's own immune system has attacked and destroyed the cells where insulin is made. The cause of this isn't entirely clear but it may include genetic risk factors and environmental factors. One theory is that type 1 diabetes may occur after having a specific virus. People with type 1 diabetes must take insulin every day to live. There is no known way to prevent or cure type 1 diabetes, but it can be controlled by keeping blood glucose (sugar) levels within a normal range.
  • Causes of Type 2 Diabetes : Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. In type 2 diabetes, the body either doesn't make enough insulin or can't use its own insulin as well as it should. The risk of having type 2 diabetes increases as a person gets older.The cause of type 2 diabetes is largely unknown, but genetics and lifestyle clearly play roles. Type 2 diabetes has been linked to obesity, genetic risk factors, and inactivity. Some racial and ethnic groups are at higher risk for type 2 diabetes. These include American Indians, African Americans, Hispanics/Latinos, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.There is no known way to cure type 2 diabetes, but it can be controlled by keeping the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood within a normal range.

Home remedies

  • Magnesium can help in any sugar imbalance : magnesium is associated with the prevention of diabetic retinopathy, a complication of diabetes and your body's capacity to produce insulin, which activates the insulin receptors on your muscles and cells.
  • All B-vitamins are necessary for the proper regulation of blood sugar in the body.
  • Vitamin D helps diabetics maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
  • Vitamin K intake cuts risk of diabetes in the elderly.
  • Niacin (Vitamin B3) is known to treat diabetes and high blood sugar levels.
  • Green Tea Slows or Prevents Type 1 Diabetes, Lowers Blood Sugar in Type 2 Diabetics and Reduces Diabetes Complications.
  • Almonds consumption is associated with ameliorations in obesity, hyperlipidemia, Hypertension (High Blood Pressure), and hyperglycemia (High Blood Sugar). Incorporation of almonds into a healthy diet has beneficial effects on adiposity, glycemic control, and the lipid profile, thereby potentially decreasing the risk for cardiovascular disease in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
  • Nuts (especially Almonds and walnuts) have been shown to lower blood sugar by slowing the digestion of carbohydrates.
  • Cinnamon may have a regulatory effect on blood sugar, making it especially beneficial for people with Type 2 diabetes.
  • Ayurvedic Blood Sugar Formula provide nutrients for glandular support and normal-range blood sugar levels.
  • Bilberry leaves have long been used in traditional medicine to control blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes, and we now know that all types of berries can help lower blood sugar levels after consuming meals high in sugar.
  • Chromium stabilizes both high and low blood sugar, promotes fat burning and improves cholesterol levels.
  • Studies on Ginkgo Biloba have shown that the botanical herb's strong antioxidant properties can help patients with type 2 diabetes.
  • Japanese Sweet Potato may Cure Diabetes
  • Gymnema Sylvestre or Gurmar prevents glucose from getting into your bloodstream too quickly. (Unlike cinnamon, which helps pull sugar out of your blood stream).
  • The Allium family of vegetables, which includes onions, garlic, leeks and scallions, are known to have beneficial effects on the cardiovascular and immune systems, as well as anti-diabetic and anti-cancer effects.
  • red onions are a fantastic source of chromium which lowers blood sugar and enhances cellular insulin sensitivity.
  • The conditions of diabetes, high cholesterol and fatigue have all been improved through the biological and nutritional mechanisms provided by routine consumption of pine pollen.
  • Shilajit can be used as treatment for diabetes, gallstones, kidney stones, heart disease, anemia, anxiety, ulcers, asthma, arthritis, epilepsy and jaundice.
  • Mushrooms are low in carbohydrates and contain lean proteins, which make them an ideal low energy snack for diabetics.
  • Maple syrup compounds help fight diabetes, cancer and bacterial illnesses.
  • Maqui Berry has been shown to greatly increase insulin production levels in the body. Individuals with diabetes or pre-diabetes can eat maqui to increase insulin and suppress blood glucose levels, as well as prevent the development of new fat cells.
  • White Mulberry : Several animal-based studies indicate that white mulberry may help fight diabetes. These studies include a report published in Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine in 2013, in which tests on diabetic rats revealed that treatment with white mulberry anthocyanins helped lower the animals' blood sugar levels.
  • Coffee has been linked to prevention of Parkinson’s, Liver Cancer and type 2 diabetes.
  • Different foods and substances had been observed to improve the cells' response to insulin and promote the production of more insulin in the body. Some of them are magnesium, ginseng, flax seed, chromium, cinnamon, alpha-linoic acid, bilberry and gingko biloba.
  • Studies on animals observed that bilberry can significantly lower blood sugar levels and help people with type 2 diabetes.
  • Resveratrol (Resveratrol is a powerful protective anti-fungal compound found in the skin of red grapes) and grape seed polyphenols combine to prevent diabetes.
  • A glass of wine a day helps prevent diabetes
  • The flavonoid fisetin in strawberries helps protect the leaves and fruit from insects. In the human body, it has been shown to protect neurons and combat Alzheimer's Disease. It is also considered to be a weapon against Prostate Cancer. And now researchers have discovered it can fight diabetes.
  • Rosemary, oregano and marjoram extracts fight type 2 diabetes.
  • Coconut and palm kernel oils naturally contained MCTs (Medium Chain Triglycerides). Metabolizing MCTs creates ketones. Recent research has shown that ketones help protect against Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease (PD), LS (Lou Gehrig's disease), Huntington's disease, Drug resistant epilepsy, Diabetes.
  • Lack of Sleep Can Cause Diabetes : Going to bed too late or tossing turning all night can throw your body chemistry so out of whack that it causes your blood sugar to spike to unhealthy levels.
  • Fats are a source of energy that does not raise blood glucose. For people on the diabetes spectrum, this is very important. Why ingest the carb and then require insulin to convert it to fat, when you can just eat the fat to begin with?
  • people who consume more omega-3 fatty acids like those found in fish and flaxseeds are less likely to develop this metabolic disorder.
  • Arginine helps the body metabolize glucose. Arginine can also help if you want to lower your risk of developing diabetes. Keeping your blood sugar in check now will help you prevent diabetes later.
  • Spinach: Popeye got it right with this nutrient rich vegetable. Spinach contains its own type of plant based steroids called phytoecdysteroids. Phytoecdysteroids are similar to insect molting hormones and have been shown to dramatically increase glucose metabolism.
  • Chard : Recent research reveals that the leaves of Swiss chard hold an abundance of syringic acid, an antioxidant that has incredible blood sugar stabilizing properties.
  • Marine Phytoplankton alleviate mineral deficiency in the bloodstream, thereby helping to restore normal glucose levels.
  • Some preliminary research suggests that vinegar (both apple cider vinegar and other types) may benefit people with diabetes.
  • Naringenin, a molecule in grapefruits that gives the fruit its bitter taste, can help to treat arteriosclerosis, hyper-metabolism, and even diabetes.
  • Auriculotherapy, also called auricular therapy (applying pressure on various points on your outer ear) is helpfull to fight stress, pain, allergies, High Blood Pressure, insomnia, excess weight, diabetes, Drug Abuse,...
  • Camu camu shows potential in the treatment of diabetes
  • Spirulina for type2 diabetes : researchers found that those assigned to 12 weeks of spirulina supplementation experienced a significant reduction in blood-fat levels.
  • Turmeric is used for treating of diabetes.
  • Fenugreek is known to help treat diabetes, lower blood sugar and bad cholesterol levels
  • a high intake of omega-3s, the "good" fats found in cold water fish like salmon, can help prevent serious, chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and Heart Disease.
  • the flavenols in dark chocolate reduce the risk of insulin resistance, which comes as very good news to diabetics.
  • Dandelion juice can help diabetic patients by stimulating the production of insulin from the pancreas, keeping the blood sugar level low.
  • Anthocyanins are potent antioxidants Found In Cherries and May Help Fight Diabetes.
  • Beans are loaded with all-important fiber, which slows the breakdown of carbohydrates into sugars in your bloodstream, assists your body’s insulin response to glucose and helps you burn fat faster. Phytonutrients in beans regulate blood sugar and insulin production.
  • Buckwheat May Be Beneficial For Managing Diabetes.
  • researchers found that of the three teas, the polysaccharides in black tea had the most glucose-inhibiting properties.
  • Brown seaweed found remarkably effective at breaking down fat cells, treating diabetes.
  • Vanadium acts just like insulin to remove excess glucose from your bloodstream and push it into your muscles and cells, and most of us just aren't getting enough vanadium from our diets.
  • Pau d'arco is an extract from the inner bark of a certain South American tree. Lapachol, the active ingredient, can produce strong biological responses against cancer. It is said that the pau d'arco tree yields lapachol and 20 other compounds that may be useful in treating cancer, lupus, diabetes and Hodgkin's Disease.
  • Salacia has a long history of use as a treatment for diabetes.
  • Leaves of a Tropical Southeast Asian Tree : Banaba tree, Fight Diabetes.
  • Stevia is a centuries-old folk remedy for diabetes.
  • Banaba leaves contain a compound called corosolic acid, which has been identified as one of the main agents for banaba's glucose lowering effect.
  • taking American ginseng before eating can help in the reduction of blood sugar for those who are diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and for those who have normal blood sugar levels
  • Fenugreek : There are several indications for fenugreek, and one of which is its ability to lower the blood sugar levels of those suffering from diabetes. According to studies, it works by slowing the absorption of sugar or glucose in the stomach. As it slows the absorption, insulin secretion by the pancreas is stimulated.
  • alpha lipoic acid can help in lowering the blood sugar of the body.
  • gamma-linolenic acid is effective in controlling diabetes.
  • American ginseng is is effective in controlling diabetes.
  • Bitter Melon known as Momordica charantia contains a substance called lectin which lowers blood sugar concentrations and actually helps suppress your appetite.
  • The broiled stems of one Prickly Pear Cactus species (Opuntia streptacantha) seem to lower blood sugar levels in people who have type 2 diabetes.
  • Apple cider vinegar : Some preliminary research suggests that vinegar (both apple cider vinegar and other types) may benefit people with diabetes.
  • Ivy Gourd supports healthy blood sugar by acting like natural insulin in your body.
  • berberine rich herbs are effective in lowering blood sugar levels, clearing inflammation and healing mucous membranes. In oriental medicine the right combinations of berberine herbs, such as gardenia, scute, coptis, and phellodendron, have been used for centuries to cure a broad range of inflammatory disorders.
  • glucomannan may help improve diabetes control.
  • Berberine gives you a well-rounded support for healthy blood glucose levels.
  • Pterocarpus Marsupium leads to the significant reduction in the blood sugar levels, in diabetic patients.
  • daily fasting for sixteen hours prevents weight gain and diabetes progression.

Warnings

It should be noted that self-treating diabetes (or any other chronic condition) and avoiding or delaying standard care may be extremely harmful to your health.

References

Medical Disclaimer

This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice. Always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any treatment or dietary changes.