Diabetic testing guidelines
Managing diabetes is about testing to see whether it is under control. Please use the guidelines for general diabetic testing Recommended testing at doctors’ visits: First diabetic examination Fasting blood glucose Weight Blood pressure Urine micro albumin Urine ketones Testing for bacteria in urine HbA1C – keep level under 6.0% Vitamin D Serum-Creatinine Lipogram Other markers to access cardiovascular risk: Fibrinogen, Lipoprotein A, Homocysteine, High sensitivity CRP Eye exams with pupil dilatation Feet pulse General examination and an ECG Fructosamine – reflects blood sugar control for past 2-3 weeks Three monthly diabetic recommended tests Fasting blood glucose Weight Blood pressure …
Diabetes : How to manage high and low blood glucose levels properly
Each diabetic patient is unique. There are general guidelines, but at the end of the day the same food can affect diabetics differently. The guidelines that follow work for the majority diabetics:- Food – The blood sugar source The glucose in food makes blood sugar go up within an hour or two after having eaten. How quickly and how high will be determined by what has been eaten and quantity of food and your insulin resistance. 1. Adjust your meal When the guidelines that you got from your dietician do not work, you have to go back to the drawing …
Diabetes : Lifestyle modification and natural medicine can improve your diabetes
Diabetes is not a death sentence, but you have to manage it properly to minimize your long-term risk. It is a known fact that diabetics that have changed their lifestyle and eating habits, have come off prescription medication. The more you are prepared to change, the less medication you will have to take. In 2014, we had 422 million diabetics globally and by 2030 that figure will increase to 552 million. We know that diabetes is a serious disease but it is within your power to prevent many of the major complications. Diabetes kills double the amount of people per …
How to test for stomach acidity
Stomach acid test Beetroot juice Drink ½ cup of beetroot juice once daily for 3 consecutive days When the red colour from the beets is passed into your urine, it may indicate a low level of hydrochloric acid Please note that with the right amount of gastric acid, the betalain in the beetroot juice would be broken down and not appear in your urine Bicarb test Drink ½ tsp Bicab in ½ glass water first thing in the morning – note burping within 5 minutes: no burping or little burping can indicate low stomach acidity Lemon juice or vinegar …
RIngworm
Ringworm is a skin disease caused by fungi and can be prevented. Is it contagious? Ringworm is very contagious and can spread directly from one person to another also from the soil or from animals. Hot and humid areas also create an environment where fungi can thrive, such as public showers and locker rooms. Common Symptoms of Ringworm The defining symptom of ringworm is a red, circular (and possibly itchy) rash. Generally, ringworm attacks your torso, legs or arms. However, it can appear on specific parts such as your foot. Treatments for Ringworm Generally, treatment for ringworm involves using …
Why too low stomach acid levels can have negative health effects
Common conditions associated with low stomach acid Low acid secretion in the stomach can cause a few health conditions: Asthma and allergies Food sensitivities Depression Low energy Microbial overgrowth like Candida and Helicobacter pylori Pernicious anaemia (lack of Vit B12) Stomach cancer Autoimmune diseases Skin disorders Osteoporosis Gallbladder and / or pancreas malfunction Inflammation of the digestive system Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) Mineral dificiencies Common signs of low stomach acid Loss of taste for meat and high protein food – difficult to digest Dilated capillaries around the nose and cheeks Nails are soft, brittle or peel Hair loss Cracks on tongue …
Anti-acids and acid blockers have a negative effect on general health – stomach acid
Stomach Acid Normal stomach acid assists in killing bad bacteria and fungi in the stomach. It is also needed for protein absorption and assists with vitamin and mineral absorption. Anti-acids decrease stomach acid and can affect the following: a. Reduced absorption of vitamins and minerals and that can lead to the following: Systemic decline in general health Reduced neurological function Weakened immune system Prone to osteopenia and osteoporosis Tiredness b. Reduced absorption of proteins can lead to the following Hair loss and weak nails Muscles that have weakened Decreased enzyme secretions Slow healing c. Bacteria and fungi can easily flourish …
Resistant carbs can assist you in losing weight
Resistant starch functions kind of like soluble fibre. It can improve insulin sensitivity, lower blood sugar levels, reduced appetite and has various benefits for digestion. Four Different types of resistant starch Type 1: grains, seeds and legumes as it resists digestion because it is bound within the fibrous cell walls. Type 2: raw potatoes and green (unripe) bananas. Type 3: starchy foods, including potatoes and rice that are cooked and then cooled. Cooling turns some of the digestible starches into resistant starches. Type 4: man-made and formed through a chemical process. Depending on how food is prepared, the amount of …
Fatigue – I am always tired and don’t know what is wrong with me (continued)
6. Hormone Imbalances Endocrine malfunction and imbalances 7. Gastrointestinal Imbalances Dysbiosis: gut flora unbalanced Leaky gut Pathogens and Candida Inflamed digestive tract Small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) Constipation 8. Environmental toxicity Herbicides and pesticides Electromagnetic pollution and radiation: cell phone and electronics Polluted water: parasites, fluoride and pharmaceuticals 9. Genetics Genetic testing can assist with risk diseases and prevention 10. Drug Nutrient Interactions Pharmaceutical drugs can have fatigue as a side effect: analgesics, antibiotics, antidepressants, antihistamines, antihypertensives, chemotherapy medication, fibrates, muscle relaxants, opionds, proton-pump inhibitors, sedatives and statins 11. Body alignment and Chakras An unhealthy, unbalanced spine may interfere with the …
Fatigue – I am always tired and don’t know what is wrong with me
Causes of fatigue 1. Nutrient deficiencies A low kilojoule diet and / or protein intake Low nutrient density – food intake might be high in kilojoule content and low in nutrient value Specific deficiencies: low in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, essential fatty acids. carotenoids and flavonoids Food intolerances or allergies 2. Stress: Physical and/or psychological Anxiety Insomnia Restlessness Burnout Depression 3. Mitochondrial dysfunction Impaired cellular energy production 4. Inflammation and Oxidative Stress Diet Lifestyle Genes Diseases: diabetes; cancer; cardiovascular disease etc. 5. Immune System Dysfunction Chronic infections: viral, bacterial and fungal – Herpes; Ross River virus; Epstein-Barr; Human retroviruses; Mycoplasma; Rubella …
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