Diabetes, Our Deadly Fascination With Junk Food

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Diabetes, Our Deadly Fascination with Junk Food

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By: Nicole Bandes, Natural Health Coach

 

Have you seen the movie " Super Size Me " ? Morgan Spurlock, the

director of this film, went on a 30 day challenge to eat nothing but

McDonald's food for every meal. While it does have its crude moments,

this film brought light to many hidden truths about America's

fascination with junk food.

 

Diabetes is a national epidemic and Type II (adult onset) diabetes is

no longer restricted to adults. If you, or someone you know, has Type

II diabetes, there are natural alternatives to drugs and insulin

medication but you must be willing to change your lifestyle. The

benefits are improved health and a better, more productive life

without pain and side effects.

 

Note: While this article will focus on Type II diabetes, the

suggestions may be beneficial to Type I diabetics as well. Please be

sure to work closely with a health practitioner while implementing

this program.

 

Americans are Overwhelmed and Undermined by Too Much Sugar

Consider that more than 100 years ago, the average adult consumed 18

lbs of sugar per year. Today, average sugar consumption in the US is

a staggering 176 lbs per person. Our bodies have not had time to

adapt to this tremendous increase in sugar. Instead, we are getting

fat, sick and dying… of diabetes, an almost wholly preventable

disease.

 

In addition, Americans now have white bread, rice and pasta. These

foods are high in simple carbohydrates which closely mimic straight

sugar. Then there are fats. Saturated and transfats can also promote

insulin resistance.

 

It's important to note that with proper nutrition and good

supplementation, diabetes is not only preventable, it is reversible.

 

So what can you do?

Nutrition

1. Eat lots of fiber. Fiber reduces the body's need for insulin. Most

Americans eat only 11-13 grams of fiber daily. Ideal amounts are 35+

grams. Oatmeal, beans and brown rice are excellent sources of fiber.

You can also supplement with bulk psyllium or psyllium capsules.

2. Eat lean meats such as poultry and fish. Avoid red meats as they

can create an acidic environment in the body which will cause calcium

to be pulled from the bones and sent to the pancreas which then

produces less insulin.

3. Avoid processed foods and white sugars, flours, pastas, rice, etc…

Eat more natural foods whenever possible.

 

Supplements

1. Chromium with GTF. Chromium is a trace mineral that

encourages " glucose tolerance factor " . GTF carries glucose out of the

blood and into the cell – overcoming insulin resistance.

 

2. Pancreas support combination. A healthy pancreas is important to

controlling and reversing diabetes. These herbs can help to support

the pancreas. Golden seal, juniper berries, garlic, white oak bark,

slippery elm bark, marshmallow root, licorice, capsicum and dandelion.

 

3. Blood sugar combination. By controlling blood sugar, we can

control how much insulin our bodies require. Use a combination that

contains Gymema, an herb that may help repair damage to endocrine

systems including the pancreas. It can also help decrease blood sugar

levels. Fenugreek and nopal can help to combat insulin resistance.

 

4. Noni. Noni is often touted as a miracle for most that ails you.

Unfortunately, this has given it a somewhat bad reputation. The fact

is that Noni (juice from the morinda citrifolia plant) can be very

beneficial in reducing inflammation, a key factor in diabetes and

balancing blood sugar levels.

 

You can prevent or reverse diabetes. Work with someone that knows

natural alternatives and find a doctor that supports your interests

in natural health. Select a company with a track record of integrity

when shopping for supplements. Find one that offers a full line of

health supplements (not just a " one hit wonder " ). Determine to make

the health choices that will improve your life for many years to come.

 

 

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Nicole Bandes is a Natural Health Coach whose passion is educating

individuals about natural alternatives available to them. Nicole

publishes a weekly column of health tips at www.naturemadeez.com.