Among the thousands of plants used in Ayurvedic medicine, one in particular has aroused the interest in studying its traditional uses, verify and enlarge. It is the Neem plant. Neem has now emerged not only as the Indians call it “The Village Pharmacy,” but as “The Amazing Plant” for today and the future.
The compounds found in seeds, tree bark and leaves have been tested as an antiseptic, fever reducers, anti-inflammatory, antiviral and antifungal. The effectiveness of Neem has been proven many times.
One outcome of their application in diabetic patients was that oral doses of Neem leaf extract reduced the insulin needs between 30 and 50% for patients with type I diabetes (more…)
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Neem : allies against diabetes
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Silymarin : allies against diabetes
Wednesday, July 28th, 2010
Silymarin is the active ingredient of the plant known as Milk Thistle, and is one of the most powerful and protective substances known.
The most prominent effect of silymarin on the liver appears to be its ability to stimulate protein synthesis. This supports the liver’s ability to replace damaged cells with new ones. It is also interesting to know that silymarin not produce the same stimulatory effect on malignant tissue. (more…)
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Yacon: allies against diabetes
Sunday, July 25th, 2010
The yacon root is the edible part of the tuber and is composed mostly of water and fructo-oligosaccharides (carbohydrates metabolized by the digestive system). That means it has a sweet taste but the blood sugar rises due to the type of carbohydrates it contains.
Its hypoglycemic action make it an ideal food for diabetics.
Also act as prebiotic fructooligosaccharides improve gastrointestinal health, immune system and preventing the development of various diseases. (more…)
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A nanotechnology-based vaccine reverses diabetes
Thursday, July 22nd, 2010Researchers at the University of Calgary in Alberta (Canada) have developed a ‘nanovacuna’ therapeutic successfully reversed diabetes in a mouse model of disease. The research, published in the journal Immunity, “also reveals aspects of the autoimmune response that could lead to a therapeutic method for multiple autoimmune disorders.
Type 1 diabetes is a chronic autoimmune disease caused by the destruction of insulin-producing pancreatic cells through certain white blood cells called T cells
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A promising treatment for Type I diabetes
Monday, July 19th, 2010
A New Zealand doctor developed a method using the implant of microencapsulated pig islets, which could provide an answer to the problem of supply of insulin in people with the disease. What is Under the title “microencapsulated porcine islet transplantation: clinical experience and potential benefits in the metabolic control of type I diabetes”, Professor Dr. Robert Elliott provided a comprehensive overview of development of the disease worldwide, their evolution, treatment current and latest developments in the field.
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What I can do to prevent or delay the complications of diabetes?
Friday, July 16th, 2010
To prevent problems, keep your blood sugar in the blood as close to normal as possible and follow the advice of your physician. Here are some other tips:
* Eat a varied healthy diet. Avoid foods that are high in fat, cholesterol, salt and added sugars.
* Maintain a healthy weight. If you’re overweight, your doctor may advise you how to lose weight without it being dangerous to your health.
* Control your blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
* Be physically active regularly.
* No smoking
* Visit your doctor regularly, even when you are well. Your doctor will test to see if early signs of complications.
* Call your doctor right away if you have any of the warning signs listed in this brochure.
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Heart disease and stroke
Tuesday, July 13th, 2010
People with diabetes are at increased risk for heart disease and of stroke (embolism). The risk is even higher among people who have diabetes and smoke, in those with blood pressure (blood) high, those with a family history of heart disease or who are overweight.
Heart disease is most treatable when caught early. It is important that you go see a doctor regularly. Your doctor can evaluate to see if you have early signs of heart disease.
The recommended cholesterol level for a person with diabetes is like for a person with heart disease. If your cholesterol level exceeds the recommended cholesterol level, your doctor can tell you about changes in lifestyle and medications that can help keep your cholesterol under control.
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Diabetic neuropathy (damage to the kidney)
Saturday, July 10th, 2010
Diabetes can also damage blood vessels in your kidneys so that they can not filter the material must be removed. This damage is called diabetic nephropathy. Some people with kidney disease will eventually require dialysis treatment is to eliminate waste substances from the blood, or even a kidney transplant.
The risk of kidney disease increases if you have diabetes and high blood pressure, therefore, it is important to control both conditions.
The presence of protein in the urine is usually the first sign of kidney disease. This should be checked every year.
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Diabetic retinopathy (eye problems)
Wednesday, July 7th, 2010
Diabetic retinopathy (eye problems)
The retina is the part of the eye that is sensitive to light and sends messages to your brain about what you see. Diabetes can damage and weaken the small blood vessels of the retina. This damage is known as diabetic retinopathy.
When damage occurs in blood vessels of your retina, they can leak fluid and cause swelling in the macula. The macula is the central part of the retina that gives a clear and sharp. The swelling and fluid can cause blurred vision, and make it hard to see you, if worse retinopathy can lead to blindness.
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Diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage)
Sunday, July 4th, 2010
Diabetic neuropathy this damage makes it hard for the nerves to send messages to the brain and other parts of the body. If you have nerve damage you may lose feeling in parts of your body or having a painful sensation, tingling or burning.
Neuropathy most often affects the legs and feet. If you have neuropathy, you may not feel they have a foot ulcer. The sore can become infected, and in severe cases, the foot may have to be an amputee, is cut. People with diabetic neuropathy may continue walking on one foot, joints or bones that have been injured. This can cause a condition known as Charcot foot that causes swelling and instability in the injured foot. You can also make the foot deformed. However, this problem can often be avoided.
If you have diabetes, check your feet every day. If you see swelling, redness and warmth in your foot feels, go see your doctor immediately. These may be signs of Charcot foot. Your doctor also must examine the feet often.
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