December 31, 2007

Foods that Control Diabetes

Tip! The less physically you are, the greater the risk of developing diabetes.

In 1550 BC, the famous Ebers Papyrus advised treating diabetes with high fiber wheat grains. Not much has changed since then. Plant foods are the drug of choice for treating diabetes. There are large numbers of scientific research findings to confirm the effectiveness of plant foods in managing this disease. Through the centuries, more than 400 plants have been identified, used, and prescribed as diabetic remedies.

Raw onions and garlic have been long been favorite anti-diabetic drugs in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. The vegetable bitter gourd and the herb ginseng have been widely used for treating diabetes since the ancient time in India and China. Common mushroom is widely used in parts of Europe to lower blood sugar. Barely bread is a popular treatment for diabetes in Iraq. Other foods, used in different countries, in the treatment of diabetes include beans, cabbage, cinnamon, coriander seeds, cucumber, fenugreek seeds, Indian gooseberry and lettuce.

Tip! Wear an ID bracelet announcing your have diabetes, and also carry a small card saying so in the local language of the places you will be visiting.

All these foods have anti-diabetic properties. Scientific research has confirmed that most of these foods, or their compounds, either lower blood sugar, or stimulate insulin production. Some of the more important foods that help to lower blood sugar or stimulate insulin production in diabetes patients are discussed here.

Artichoke is a tuberous root with a top like a sunflower. This vegetable contains good amounts of potassium, a fair amount of calcium and some iron and sulphur, all of which are needed by the body for maintaining good health.

How To Fight Type 2 Diabetes & Win! Complete Step-by-step Program That Normalizes Blood Sugar, Eliminates Insulin Resistance And Restores Pancreatic Function.

Artichoke is beneficial in the treatment of diabetes because of its high insulin content. A fully ripe artichoke is said to contain more than two percent of insulin. Ripe artichokes are generally available only during autumn or fall. The insulin is converted into sugar in winter. Artichokes are most effective when eaten raw in salads. It cooking is required; they should be boiled, unpeeled, in a small quantity of water for about 10 minutes. Artichokes can be effectively combined with other vegetables.

For diabetes information, diabetes diet, diabetes treatment visit www.diabetesmellitus-information.com

The Keys to Natural Diabetes Treatment This easy to read ebook contains all the current research on the most effective strategies you can use to control your diabetes.

Dr John Anne http://www.alternative-healthguide.com

Permalink Print

Increase your Metabolism through Exercise

There are a number of critical factors which affect your metabolism. In particular diet, exercise and lifestyle are all areas where modifications can help boost your metabolic rate. In this article I will discuss how to implement a metabolism boosting exercise plan and the additional gains from maintaining such a plan.Exercise is a great way to boost your metabolism because it burns calories both immediately and also keeps burning them in the long term. The actual act of exercising will burn calories and over time your body will adapt to your exercise regime and burn an increased number of calories overall. Exercise can be split into two types both of which assist your metabolism in different ways.1) CARDIOVASCULAR EXERCISE:- Cardiovascular exercises include; cycling, running and swimming. Alternatively, you can try a sport such as football or tennis. Basically, anything which gets you moving and gets your heart pumping can be classed as cardiovascular exercise. You need to participate in something which is enjoyable and stimulating. Cardiovascular exercise helps boost your metabolism by teaching your body to burn fat whilst exercising and over time whilst resting aswell.2) WEIGHT TRAINING:- Weight training includes; chest […]

Full Article At: KnowHow-Now.com Articles

Permalink Print
Made with WordPress and the Semiologic theme and CMS • Strawberry Cream, Classic skin by Antonella Pavese