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Natural Remedies for Type Two Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is a persistent health condition that causes the body to not produce enough insulin or to become resistant to insulin. Type 2 diabetes symptoms include increased thirst, increased and frequent urination, increased hunger, weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision, slow-healing sores, frequent infections and areas of darkened skin. Type 2 diabetes also changes the way the body metabolizes its primary source of fuel, glucose. Left untreated, it can be fatal. There are a few simple natural remedies that have been shown to improve type 2 diabetes symptoms.

  1. Remedies

    • While there is no cure for type 2 diabetes, there are ways to prevent and manage the symptoms of it with natural at home remedies. Natural remedies include eating healthy natural foods such as vegetables, lean protein, whole grains and fruit. The Mayo Clinic recommends that for every 1,000 calories you eat, you should consume at least 14 grams of fiber. Eating fiber is important for people with type 2 diabetes because it helps to control blood glucose levels. It is best to stay away from processed, high fat, high sugar foods as they have a negative impact on the body and do not provide enough essential nutrients. Other remedies include exercising daily for about 30 minutes, which also helps in maintaining a healthy weight. You should also cut back on alcohol consumption and smoking as they can both cause negative effects if you suffer from type 2 diabetes. You can also benefit from learning to relax and get plenty of sleep every night, which can help the overall state of the body. There have also been a few studies that have shown that cinnamon and chromium help to improve insulin sensitivity; however, the studies do not show that the substances have an effect on controlling blood sugar levels and are not currently recommended in managing the symptoms of type 2 diabetes.

    Precautions

    • Consult with your primary care provider before you discontinue the use of any medications you are prescribed to take. It is also recommended to pay close attention to your eyes, teeth and feet and continue to get your blood pressure and cholesterol checked. Diabetes can be a life threatening condition if not properly cared for so it is best to take precautions to treat the condition and follow doctor's orders.

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