Modern day lifestyles promote an overconsumption of calorie dense, nutrient less foods, avoidance of strenuous physical activity and often excessive stress, all of which contribute to the development of diabetes, since this common lifestyle pattern fosters oxidative stress and inflammation; a foundation supporting the formation of many degenerative dis-eases.If you are interested in a more detailed explanation of the underlying causes of sugar imbalances; the rest of this section, will provide valuable insight, if not continue unto the next section.If the body's ecology is chronically exposed to oxidative stress and inflammation, tissues slowly disintegrate, eventually rendering the endocrine glands, the body's hormone production factories, incapable of responding appropriately to incoming stimuli such as the ingestion of food or a stressful environment, and hence the body's hormonal output becomes unbalanced; which results in an inability to balance blood sugar levels.Consumption of animal based high-fat products may well result in a state of acute hyperlipidemia; and over time, a chronic state of hyperlipidemia (and dyslipidemia), these conditions often foster insulin resistance (1, 2), and constant high levels of unhealthy fat intake additionally promotes oxidative stress and inflammation, causing the pancreas and other tissues to degenerate (3, 4); further exacerbating the disorder. Furthermore, meat and dairy induce postprandial inflammation (5), possibly due to high levels of lipopolysaccharides and Neu5Gc, two potent pro-inflammatory substances, found in meat and dairy (8, 9); eating these foods on a daily basis may result in a state of chronic low-grade inflammation in the body. Developing a chronic state of low-grade inflammation is a key to developing diabetes and other metabolic issues, and chronic inflammation is maintained by continuously cultivating a dysbiotic ecosystem in the gut with microbes inducing endotoxemia with substances such as lipopolysaccharides; substances produced by microbes that thrive on fats and proteins from animals (11, 12). Eating meat and dairy on a daily basis is a significant factor in developing insulin resistance and eventually diabetes.
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Diet
Implementing and following a dietary regimen predominated by whole, primarily low fat plant foods; rich in flavonoids and other phytonutrients (i.e. colorful fruits and vegetables), supplemented with tissue specific herbs, will ensure not only recovery from a state of insulin resistance, but a standard of wellbeing far exceeding that of most people. Embracing such a dietary regimen represents a vital step into a self-reinforcing healing course.
A low fat diet, tailored to heal blood sugar disorders, consists of adhering to a dietary plan in which calories from fats comprise between 5-15% of the total amount of calories consumed on average, and fat sources are plant based, omitting all animal based products. In severe cases, we recommend maintaining overall fat intake as low as possible (10% or less), particularly during the initial regeneration process, during the first week, no overt fats (foods such as avocados, oils, nuts and seeds) should be consumed, thereafter, for most people, a low fat dietary program consists of consuming no more than a few small avocados and a handful (30g or 1.oz) of nuts daily, on average.
Advanced ProgramIf and when we are comfortable with our transition; enjoying a wholefood, plant based diet, we may consider following an even less processed dietary program; consisting of primarily fruits, vegetables, leafy greens and small amounts of soaked or sprouted nuts and seeds, which may significantly increase the rate of recovery and regeneration (for more information, see: The Age Less Lifestyle).
If we are prepared to accelerate the regeneration process even further, by a greater measure of discipline; a fruit fast consisting of grapes, pomegranates or oranges for example, may be particularly recommendable. If hypoglycemic issues are undetectable; a lemon juice fast may be particularly suitable, due to its capacity to balance dyslipidemia/ hyperlipidemia. Some flavonoids found in citrus fruits are potent cholesterol and lipid lowering agents (6, 7).*We do not recommend low-calorie fruit fasting procedures, or water and lemon juice fasting, whilst taking insulin, since this could lead to hypoglycemia. These procedures should be done by people that have ceased intake of insulin medication; and are ready to further strengthen the body. If you are in doubt; contact an experienced practitioner before implementing any substantial changes.
General Lifestyle Factors
Needless to say, injurious activities such as smoking and drinking alcohol are to be avoided, whilst a minimum of 30 minutes of physical activity is highly recommended. The activity level should be compatible with our present condition, over-strenous exhausting workout routines may in fact prove harmful, especially if detox symptoms occur during the regeneration process. Oftentimes a pleasant walk or a set of yoga may be sufficient activity.
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Effective HerbsFor general management and regeneration of diabetic symptoms the following herbs, provided in random order, are suitable to help balance blood sugar and lipid levels:Barberry Goldenseal Oregon GrapeJiaogulan Wild RheaCumin seedsBlack Cumin seedsTinospora CrispaAegle Marmelos Corr. BarkGymnema SylvestreAmlaTribulus TerrestrisOcimum TenuiflorumCinnamonPanax GinsengAstragalus Ginkgo BilobaMoringaTurmericReishiMaitake
Cornsilk (10)Herbs with specific abilities to support the pancreas and adrenal glands are likewise very beneficial.Pancreas supporting herbs:
Olive leafDandelions Burdock root
Juniper berries
Parsley root
Gentian root
TriphalaAdrenal supporting herbs:
Panax GinsengAmerican GinsengAstragalus RhodiolaSiberian Ginseng AmlaSchizandra Ashwagandha
Triphala
Parsley root
Burdock root
Borage
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References and further Scientific Information
For a more in-depth scientific exploration of the underlying causes and mechanisms of blood sugar imbalances, please see: Diabetes - Blood Sugar imbalances1) Nutritional effects of fat on carbohydrate metabolismBoden and Carnell 2003Best Practice & Research Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism Vol. 17(3) pp. 399–410, 2) Dietary fat and insulin action in humansBritish Journal of Nutrition (2000), 83(1) ,91–96 Vessby B3) Lipotoxicity causes multisystem organ failure and exacerbates acute pancreatitis in obesity.Navina S. et alSci Transl Med. 2011 3(107):107-110.4) Role of metabolically generated reactive oxygen species for lipotoxicity in pancreatic β-cells.Gehrmann W, Elsner M, Lenzen S.Diabetes Obes Metab. 2010 Oct; 12(2):149-585) The capacity of foodstuffs to induce innate immune activation of human monocytes in vitro is dependent on food content of stimulants of Toll-like receptors 2 and 4.Erridge C.Br J Nutr. 2011 Jan;105(1):15-23.6) Monforte MT, Trovato A, Kirjavainen S, Forestieri AM, Galati EM, Lo Curto RB (September 1995). Biological effects of hesperidin, a Citrus flavonoid. (note II): hypolipidemic activity on experimental hypercholesterolemia in rat. Farmaco 50 (9): 595–9.7) Citrus flavonoids repress the mRNA for stearoylCoA desaturase, a key enzyme in lipid synthesis and obesity control, in rat primary hepatocyte.Nichols LA. et al.Lipids Health Dis. 2011; 10: 36.8) Accumulation of stimulants of Toll-like receptor (TLR)-2 and TLR4 in meat products stored at 5 °C.Erridge C.J Food Sci. 2011 Mar;76(2)72-9. 9) Diversity in specificity, abundance, and composition of anti-Neu5Gc antibodies in normal humans: potential implications for disease.Padler-Karavani V et al.Glycobiology. 2008 Oct;18(10):818-30.
10) The effects of corn silk on glycaemic metabolism
Jianyou Guo, Tongjun Liu, Linna Han and Yongmei Liu, 2009
11) Changes in gut microbiota control metabolic endotoxemia-induced inflammation in high-fat diet-induced obesity and diabetes in mice.
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12) Gut microbiota in human adults with type 2 diabetes differs from non-diabetic adults.
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13) Ammonia production by human faecal bacteria, and the enumeration, isolation and characterization of bacteria capable of growth on peptides and amino acids.
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