Symptoms of Diabetes

Some Symptoms of Diabetes include...

Frequent and excessive urination

Always thirsty

Chronic fatigue, lethargy and weakness

Cuts and wounds never seem to heal normally

Weight loss without dieting

Loss of libido

Numbness and tingling in hands and feet

Recurring infections, especially Urinary Tract Infections, Thrush and Athletes Foot

Blurred vision

There are two main types of Diabetes, referred to as Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes.

Type 1 Diabetes usually surfaces in childhood and is usually associated with the inability of the pancreas to produce insulin. People with Type 1 Diabetes are also called Insulin-Dependent because they have to take insulin for life.

Type 2 Diabetes is also called Adult Onset Diabetes and usually occurs after the age of 40. People with Type 2 Diabetes do produce insulin in the pancreas, but their body cells have become resistant to it.

Although people with controlled diabetes can lead a normal healthy life, uncontrolled diabetes means chronically elevated blood sugar levels which slowly destroy proteins in the body, causing considerable damage to tissues and organs.

Complications from untreated or poorly controlled diabetes include kidney damage, heart disease, nerve damage, and even blindness.

Diabetes must be diagnosed by a medical doctor, endocrinologist, homeopath or naturopath.

If you are at all concerned about whether you have diabetes, especially if you are overweight and have a family history of diabetes, please seek medical advice.

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These nutrients may be helpful in addressing the Symptoms of Diabetes...

chromium

L-carnitine

L-glutamine

glucomanan or guar gum

magnesium

raw pancreas concentrate

Tips for managing the Symptoms of Diabetes

Diet and exercise are very important in managing the symptoms of diabetes. Make every attempt to avoid junk foods (empty carbs), sugar, and white flour.

Find out more about foods and food combinations that help to normalize blood sugar levels. Some examples are...

dairy products (esp. cheese)

berries

brewers yeast

eggs

fish

garlic

Some herbs that are being used successfully to help with diabetes symptoms are...

Gymnema sylvestre: A well-known and highly respected Ayurvedic remedy which is also known as the 'sugar killer' as it is said to remove the taste for sweet foods. Gymnema Sylvestre has been used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat diabetes for many centuries and can improve blood sugar control, thereby reducing the need for insulin and hypoglycemic medication.

Galega officinalis: Research has suggested that the use of Galega officinalis can enlarge the Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas, which are responsible for the production on insulin.

Ginkgo biloba: An extremely effective herb used in Traditional Chinese Medicine and derived from one of the oldest trees on earth. Studies indicate that Ginkgo biloba has a beneficial effect on peripheral and cerebral circulation and can therefore help to prevent the tissue damage and poor circulation associated with diabetes. It is also suggested that Ginkgo biloba can increase blood flow to the optic fibres of the eyes and therefore help to treat diabetes-related eye disease.

Chromium Picolinate: This is a mineral supplement which has been clinically proven to improve the effectiveness of insulin and is the most easily absorbed form of chromium. It also helps in the breakdown of fats and can therefore balance cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.

For more detailed information on diabetes symptoms, as well as proven natural alternatives to the commonly prescribed phamaceutical drugs, go here.

Wishing You Good Health!
The Editors i-health-info.com

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