Preventing Complications in Diabetes Options

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Preventing Complications in Diabetes


Posted: 01 Feb 2007 12:49 am
Post subject: Preventing Complications in Diabetes





Preventing Complications in all Types of Diabetes

The educated patient with diabetes fairs well overall. Complications of diabetes are many, but they can be prevented. Below are some tips.

Increase fiber intake. Fiber increases digestion time and slows glucose absorption in the intestine, thus lowering blood glucose and cholesterol. Examples: oatmeal, oranges, whole wheat products, brown rice, beans. Try to use plant-based sources for your proteins, such as nuts and legumes

Good fats: olive oil, almonds, avocado, peanuts, vegetable oils, nuts. Consider using avocado spread on a sandwich instead of mayonnaise. Try olive oil in your salad instead of regular salad dressing. Eat a variety of fruits and vegetables; eat whole foods, including fresh fruits and vegetables and avoid processed foods.

Exercise. To lose weight restrict calories and increase physical activity. Choose a program that works for you. Exercise makes insulin more sensitive and it helps to regulate glucose; it also decreases stress, and prevent many complications of diabetes. Also, weight loss makes insulin more effective, lowers glucose, and prevent complications.

Increase Antioxidants: natural sources: oranges, carrots, nuts, Brazil nuts, walnuts, fresh fruits and vegetables, vegetable oils. Read more. http://www.preventivecareweekly.com/commun...wtopic.php?t=39 These help to neutralize free radicals (unstable molecules that can damage the tissues, hence boost our immune system and prevent diseases and complications
Magnesium deficiency can increase insulin resistance: Eat a variety from sources such as whole grains, legumes, green leafy vegetables, tofu, seeds, and nuts, etc.

Chromium: Deficiency can impair glucose tolerance. Eat a variety from sources such as whole grains

Stress: Stress hormones: cortisol and epinephrine work against insulin. Read more. http://www.preventivecareweekly.com/commun...wtopic.php?t=38 These hormones cause cells to be more resistant to insulin. In chronic stress, blood sugar rises and insulin does not work as well, making it difficult to prevent complications and manage the diabetes. Link to tips to managing stress and more…
Remember, complete healing incorporates the mind-body-spirit.

[Ella]

Post By lpcw:
Site Admin
Posted: 01 Feb 2007 12:49 am
Post subject: Preventing Complications in Diabetes



Preventing Complications in all Types of Diabetes

The educated patient with diabetes fairs well overall. Complications of diabetes are many, but they can be prevented. Below are some tips.

Increase fiber intake. Fiber increases digestion time and slows glucose absorption in the intestine, thus lowering blood glucose and cholesterol. Examples: oatmeal, oranges, whole wheat products, brown rice, beans. Try to use plant-based sources for your proteins, such as nuts and legumes

Good fats: olive oil, almonds, avocado, peanuts, vegetable oils, nuts. Consider using avocado spread on a sandwich instead of mayonnaise. Try olive oil in your salad instead of regular salad dressing. Eat a variety of fruits and vegetables; eat whole foods, including fresh fruits and vegetables and avoid processed foods.

Exercise. To lose weight restrict calories and increase physical activity. Choose a program that works for you. Exercise makes insulin more sensitive and it helps to regulate glucose; it also decreases stress, and prevent many complications of diabetes. Also, weight loss makes insulin more effective, lowers glucose, and prevent complications.

Increase Antioxidants: natural sources: oranges, carrots, nuts, Brazil nuts, walnuts, fresh fruits and vegetables, vegetable oils. Read more. http://www.preventivecareweekly.com/commun...wtopic.php?t=39 These help to neutralize free radicals (unstable molecules that can damage the tissues, hence boost our immune system and prevent diseases and complications
Magnesium deficiency can increase insulin resistance: Eat a variety from sources such as whole grains, legumes, green leafy vegetables, tofu, seeds, and nuts, etc.

Chromium: Deficiency can impair glucose tolerance. Eat a variety from sources such as whole grains

Stress: Stress hormones: cortisol and epinephrine work against insulin. Read more. http://www.preventivecareweekly.com/commun...wtopic.php?t=38 These hormones cause cells to be more resistant to insulin. In chronic stress, blood sugar rises and insulin does not work as well, making it difficult to prevent complications and manage the diabetes. Link to tips to managing stress and more…
Remember, complete healing incorporates the mind-body-spirit.

I think just gaining knowledge about diabetes is a beginning step in preventing complications. I belief most diabetic patients suffer from complications due to a lack of knowledge. The article above is excellent as it reminds these patients about some simple tips.

Ella


Ella

[Tata]

Post By lpcw:
Site Admin
Posted: 01 Feb 2007 12:49 am
Post subject: Preventing Complications in Diabetes



Preventing Complications in all Types of Diabetes

The educated patient with diabetes fairs well overall. Complications of diabetes are many, but they can be prevented. Below are some tips.

Increase fiber intake. Fiber increases digestion time and slows glucose absorption in the intestine, thus lowering blood glucose and cholesterol. Examples: oatmeal, oranges, whole wheat products, brown rice, beans. Try to use plant-based sources for your proteins, such as nuts and legumes

Good fats: olive oil, almonds, avocado, peanuts, vegetable oils, nuts. Consider using avocado spread on a sandwich instead of mayonnaise. Try olive oil in your salad instead of regular salad dressing. Eat a variety of fruits and vegetables; eat whole foods, including fresh fruits and vegetables and avoid processed foods.

Exercise. To lose weight restrict calories and increase physical activity. Choose a program that works for you. Exercise makes insulin more sensitive and it helps to regulate glucose; it also decreases stress, and prevent many complications of diabetes. Also, weight loss makes insulin more effective, lowers glucose, and prevent complications.

Increase Antioxidants: natural sources: oranges, carrots, nuts, Brazil nuts, walnuts, fresh fruits and vegetables, vegetable oils. Read more. http://www.preventivecareweekly.com/commun...wtopic.php?t=39 These help to neutralize free radicals (unstable molecules that can damage the tissues, hence boost our immune system and prevent diseases and complications
Magnesium deficiency can increase insulin resistance: Eat a variety from sources such as whole grains, legumes, green leafy vegetables, tofu, seeds, and nuts, etc.

Chromium: Deficiency can impair glucose tolerance. Eat a variety from sources such as whole grains

Stress: Stress hormones: cortisol and epinephrine work against insulin. Read more. http://www.preventivecareweekly.com/commun...wtopic.php?t=38 These hormones cause cells to be more resistant to insulin. In chronic stress, blood sugar rises and insulin does not work as well, making it difficult to prevent complications and manage the diabetes. Link to tips to managing stress and more…
Remember, complete healing incorporates the mind-body-spirit.

I think it is amazing to know that in some cases, exercise is just as effective as insulin or oral diabetic medications. This must be encouraging for diabetic patients.

Thanks

Tata

[Allison]

I think it is amazing to know that in some cases, exercise is just as effective as insulin or oral diabetic medications. This must be encouraging for diabetic patients.

Thanks

Tata

I think reducing complications in diabetes is the most important thing to improve these patients' quality of live. It's great to know all of the great things fiber can do: reduce constipation, heart disease, colon cancer, etc, yet, why is it so difficult for these patients to eat fiber-rich foods? Nonetheless, thanks for putting the information out there again.

Allison

[lpcw]

I think reducing complications in diabetes is the most important thing to improve these patients' quality of live. It's great to know all of the great things fiber can do: reduce constipation, heart disease, colon cancer, etc, yet, why is it so difficult for these patients to eat fiber-rich foods? Nonetheless, thanks for putting the information out there again.

Allison

Thanks Allison for the comments.
I think it's important to understand that while these patients may know that they have to include fiber-rich foods in the meals, they may not know how to go about it. I think the biggest challenge we face as clinicians is not just to educate the patients, but to give them the tools to apply the knowledge. If we fail to provide the patients with the applicable tools to change their lives, then we fail at what we set out to do for the patient.

Ruth