Fight Type 2 Diabetes At Any Age

Type 2 diabetes affects 18% of adults in the US, and numbers in kids is rising. It is also a big concern for our growing senior population. More and more people are being diagnosed with it each year.

The best cure for type 2 diabetes is prevention. If you already have diabetes then this article is for you! We will be covering the best ways to fight against Type 2 diabetes and possibly reverse the effects.

No one thing is the cause of diabetes, it happens from a combination of factors that are interconnected.

So to bring the body back into balance we have to treat it as a whole. The common treatment is medication, but that will not reverse the problem. To fix the problem we need to correct the problem within each cell.

You should always consult your doctor before you alter or change any medication that you might be taking and also be sure to follow all your medical professional's advice.

Key Steps To Reverse Diabetes

Bringing Insulin Under Control

Bringing your insulin under control is the first step. Insulin resistance is what triggers diabetes, by balancing the body you can regain the proper insulin sensitivity and start to reverse the problem.

Avoiding Insulin Triggers

Begin by limiting your consumption of grains, processed carbohydrates and sugars, these are insulin triggers that cause spikes in blood sugar levels. Instead you should focus on healthy fats, green veggies and lean proteins, including, chicken, turkey and fish.

Balance Fat Intake

Another essential step is learning to balance your fats. Eating too much Omega-6 is a known factor in diabetes. Be aware of your intake of both Omega-6 and Omega-3 fats and bring their intake ratio to 1:1.

While adjustments to your diet are being made you might want to use a quality Omega-3 oil as a supplement. It's recommended that you stay away from Omega-6 seed oil and any of their sources (be aware that these oils are used in most restaurants). A good natural source for Omega-3 is fatty fish, such as, sardines and salmon.

Intestinal Issues

To make sure you get the proper nutrients into the body you will need to fix any problems in the intestines. Many toxins and grains can cause damage to the lining of the intestines, this can cause leaky gut syndrome.

Antibiotic use or a poor diet can cause the beneficial bacteria of the gut to be depleted. This will cause nutrients to be absorbed poorly and result in improper digestion. Avoiding grains, removing toxins and taking a quality probiotic will help your intestines to start to heal.

Exercise

One of the best things up can do for your body is to exercise! Working out will increase the ability of your muscles to use insulin! Over time, this can help fix your body's resistance to insulin.

According to research, the best type of exercise for your insulin levels is short bursts of high intensity activity. A study found that 6 minutes of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) done once a week is just as effective as 1 hour of moderate daily activity!

Weight Loss

Weight loss is a critical factor in controlling diabetes. Diabetes and obesity are interconnected and linked together. Studies have shown that losing weight will help to halt diabetes.

Exercise can increase your metabolism and help you to burn more calories. A healthy diet will give you the proper nutrients and reduce hunger cravings. These lifestyle improvements will help you lose unwanted weight and reverse your diabetes.

Stress Reduction

Stress can cause more health problems than almost any other factor, this is because almost all other factors cause stress. Stress increases cortisol levels and can lead to an imbalance in your hormones, issues with insulin and raises the risk of many types of illnesses.

Stress comes from many places, such as, from exposure to toxins, poor diet, and lack of sleep, emotional and mental sources. Learning to meditate, breathing and getting the proper amount of sleep can reduce stress levels while balancing your hormones and blood sugar.

Supplements

Your body needs the building blocks to fix itself. Supplements are a great source of these building blocks. The supplements that are commonly used to help diabetes are Omega-3 fatty acids, chromium, alpha lipoic acid, garlic, magnesium, cinnamon and coenzyme Q10.

Bottom Line

It is possible to reverse Type 2 diabetes and get your blood sugars under control, talk with your doctor and follow a smart plan to recovery.

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