Natural Ways To Treat Diabetes in Senior Citizens

Natural Ways To Treat Diabetes in Senior Citizens

Recently I was given a large number of "Natural" remedy articles. I hope to put these together a an ebook in the near future.

In the mean time I would caution all Senior Citizens to view all none doctor reccomended medications with caution.

Enjoy

Diabetes is a disease caused when the body does not properly produce insulin.

There are two types of the disease. Type one diabetes is where the body does not produce insulin and type two is where the body resists insulin. The majority of people diagnosed with this disease have type two. Symptoms of diabetes include extreme thirst, hazy vision, excessive hunger, weight fluctuation, fatigue and frequent urination. Senior Citizens often control it with insulin and prescription drugs, but diet and exercise play a large part in the ability to control the disease. It is said that herbs can help reduce the effects of diabetes.

Senior Citizens should always ensure a healthy diet by concentrating on foods such as vegetables, grains, fiber and legumes. These foods will help regulate sugar in the blood stream. Avoid junk food and foods that contain sugar such as cakes, cookies and other sweets. Alcohol, tobacco and caffeine should also be avoided as with almost anything else dear to the Senior Citizens heart.

Exercise helps promote good health and combats against the negative effects of diabetes. It is always a good idea to exercise regularly and keep an appropriate weight. Senior Citizens who are inactive or overweight have a higher risk factor for diabetes and are prone to suffer from more side effects caused by the disease.

There are many herbal remedies recognized for their possible therapeutic properties. Some are found in pharmacies and grocery stores and may be a great natural remedy.

Prickly pear cactus has shown positive results in the treatment of this disease and was recently recognized by the International Diabetes Center as a viable natural remedy.

Bitter Melon has been used for years in Asia, Africa and South America for treatment. Garlic will reduce sugar levels and is a healthy way to add flavor to food while benefiting from its curative traits. Other common herbs are ginseng, psyllium, fenugreek, bilberry, dandelion and burdock.

Vitamin supplements are frequently used to help treat diabetes with the most commonly recommended ones being vitamins B6, C and E. Also, zinc, selenium, alpha lipoic acid, chromium and vanadium are commonly used. Rather than take individual supplements, some patients opt for a multivitamin to add to their diet.

Diabetes is a disease that affects a large portion of the population. The risks associated with it are serious but can be controlled with lifestyle change. Ensuring a well balanced diet and good exercise routine will help in preventing side effects. Also, proper use of herbs, vitamins and natural remedies will help prevent the necessity for more traditional means of medication.

Senior Citizens should be aware that anything that is going to help with diabetes is going to be poisonous if taken in the wrong doseage. Ask your doctor first.

Philip Jubb
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