It seems as if we are now losing the war against diabetes. Currently, it's the third leading cause of death in the USA, affecting approximately 18,200,000 U.S. citizens. A person with diabetes has a problem with insulin. Either the body doesn't produce enough insulin (Type 1) or the body produces plenty of insulin but is unable to use it properly (Type 2). Type 1 diabetes usually manifests itself before the age of 30, while Type 2 diabetes usually manifests itself after the age of 30. Ninety percent of diabetes cases are Type 2, while only ten percent is Type 1.
Insulin is important because it helps the body absorb sugar. If the body cannot absorb sugar, it accumulates in the bloodstream, allowing sugar levels to become dangerously high. Prescription drugs may help alleviate some of the symptoms of diabetes. However, there can be notable side effects, such as allergic reactions, injection site reaction, lipodystrophy, pruritus, rash, hypoglycemia, nausea, vomiting , upper respiratory tract infection, injury, headache, back pain, fatigue, sinusitis, diarrhea, viral infection, arthralgia, and anemia, just to name a few. On the other hand, with proper diet and exercise, diabetes can usually be prevented or reversed. And there are no known adverse side-effects. Bottom line, prescription drugs may help to control diabetes, but drugs only delay its devastating affects! Complications from diabetes can lead to blindness, kidney failure, heart disease, nerve damage, limb amputations and even death. The Importance of ExerciseFor Type 2 diabetics, proper exercise helps your body respond to insulin while managing your blood-sugar levels. Exercise also improves your circulation, especially in areas where diabetics have problems, such as your legs and arms.
The Importance of a Proper DietThe importance of eating a well-balanced diet cannot be stressed enough. The following foods have been proven to help with Type 2 diabetes:
Essential Nutrients The following nutrients have been proven to help with Type 2 Diabetes:
The Importance of Supplementing Your DietResearch indicates that Type 2 diabetes could almost be eradicated if everyone ate a perfect diet and got the proper amount of exercise. However, getting all the nutrients you need from your diet alone is no easy task, which is why everyone should seriously consider supplementing their diet with vitamins. But not just any old vitamin will do. Five Things to Look For When Choosing a Great VitaminThere are 5 things to look for when choosing a great vitamin:
2. Choose minerals that are chelated.
4. Choose a multi-vitamin containing Enzymes derived from vegetables.
Keeping the above criteria in mind dramatically narrows the playing field.
I hope this information has educated you and will help you make smart choices. Remember - you only get one body in this life. Treat it well and stay healthy!
