In
2010, diabetes was the 7th leading cause of death in the United States,
as reported by The American Diabetes Association. 29.1 million Americans were reported to have
diabetes in 2012. 1.4 million new cases
are diagnosed every year in the United
States.
The statistics are alarming. www.diabetes.org/diabetes-basics/statistics/
1
in 4 American’s don’t even know they have diabetes. 86 million adults have pre-diabetes, where
blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to qualify as
diabetic. That’s 1 in 3 American’s. www.cdc.gov/Features/DiabetesFactSheet/
Ginseng (root) reduces cholesterol, as well as blood
sugar. Siberian ginseng, also known as
“eleuthero” or “adaptogen” is also used for hardening of the arteries and
rheumatic heart disease. It’s an
antioxidant and an immune system stimulant that improves memory and energy
levels. But it does contain chemicals
that can slow blood clotting and may increase risk of bleeding and bruising for
people with these types of blood disorders.
Do not give to children. You can read more at:
Uva Ursi leaves are also good in combating diabetes. It is primarily used for urinary disorders,
but it should not be used in large quantities during pregnancy due to
restriction of circulation to the uterus.
Do not take in high does or for a long period of time; it contains a
chemical that can damage the retina of the eye by thinning it. It is also recommended that you do not give
this herb to children. You can read more
at:
Burdock Root provides an abundance of iron and insulin giving it
a special value to the blood. It is also
a good diaphoretic that clears the kidneys of excess waste and uric acid, by
increasing the flow of urine. The seeds
are great for kidney diseases as a tincture or extract. It may slow blood
clotting or increase bleeding in people with bleeding disorders. It is suggested that you stop taking burdock
at least 2 weeks before surgery. You can
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Jerusalem Artichokes are a vegetable that resemble a small potato, and
can be used to decrease or eliminate the use of insulin for people suffering
from diabetes. And they don’t taste bad
either. For detailed information, visit:
Cinnamon is a spice that lowers blood sugar as well as blood
pressure. It can reduce insulin
resistance as well. Cinnamon can also
lower your bad cholesterol (LDL), while raising good cholesterol (HDL). But not just any Cinnamon will work. Cinnamomum verum is the type of cinnamon you
want to shop for. It is an expensive
cinnamon that is often substituted with the cheaper cinnamomum cassia. You can read more at:
Green tea can reduce a
number of heart related issues, including high blood pressure and congestive
heart failure. It can lower your
cholesterol and improve your blood overall.
It can even stabilize diabetes, and reduce your blood sugar levels.
Green tea can boost your metabolic rate encouraging weight loss. The tea is caffeinated, but not as much as
coffee, which may be the factor that contributes to weight loss and increased
energy.
Green tea is an excellent source for antioxidants, which can reduce your
chances of contracting cancer.
Green tea can reduce the risk of Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease.
Never boil green tea! Do not put
milk in your tea; it can reduce the antioxidants contained within the tea. Read more at:
CILANTRO is a strong anti-oxidant
that can prevent cardiovascular damage.
It also assists in sleep quality, and has been shown to have
anti-anxiety effects.
Cilantro is linked to lowering blood sugar as
well. The School
of Life Science in India noted
that cilantro leaves and stems, “If used in cuisine would be a remedy for
diabetes.” The seeds are known to
lower blood sugar; and they lower LDL (bad cholesterol) and increases HDL (good
cholesterol) at the same time.
Cilantro is well known for cleansing the body of
toxic metals. People with mercury
poisoning have reported a reduction in symptoms when taking cilantro regularly.
Read More at:
www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/health-benefits-of-cilantro/
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