Guest guest Posted January 31, 2001 Report Share Posted January 31, 2001 The Toatl Nutrition is Excellent! You can buy it or make it, recipe is in the files. God Bless, Jamie - " Marcy Robinson " <mrobinson <herbal remedies > Monday, January 29, 2001 3:59 PM [herbal remedies] Hypoglycemia > I'm a new member, my name is Marcy, age 45 on Feb 6, female. I have been > diagnosed with hypoglycemia about 6 months ago. I've been following a > low-carb, protein/good fat diet. I'd like to help my adrenals, liver, > pancreas, etc. work better to help me feel better. Can anyone suggest some > supplements to help me? > > Thanks, Marcy > > > > > Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: > 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. > 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. > 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and to > prescribe for your own health. > We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as > they behave themselves. > Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person > following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. > It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to > be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. > > Dr. Ian Shillington > Doctor of Naturopathy > ian_shillington > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2002 Report Share Posted January 6, 2002 This is from a blood test that the doctor analyzed I am feeling tired in the afternoons and sometimes early eve Have been working on my adrenal exhaustion but still dont feel that great I took glucontrol instead of a prescription and it really helped Maybe I need to take some more thanks Donna In a message dated 1/6/02 4:45:34 AM, marianne2406 writes: << Hi Donna - when you say borderline hypoglycemia, what symptoms do you have? Marianne >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2002 Report Share Posted January 6, 2002 In a message dated 6/1/02 13:48:26 GMT Standard Time, dfnewman writes: I found this site if it is any good to you http://www.niddk.nih.gov/health/diabetes/pubs/hypo/hypo.htm#symtoms Lots of very good information in there for you about diet and what causes hypoglycemia and what you can do to prevent it - hope you helps. Marianne > I am feeling tired in the afternoons and sometimes early eve > Have been working on my adrenal exhaustion but still dont feel that great > I took glucontrol instead of a prescription and it really helped > Maybe I need to take some more > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 27, 2002 Report Share Posted November 27, 2002 I'm glad you gave this valuable information. Hypoglycymia should not be taken lightly. Over time, it can lead to Type 2 diabetes. Low blood sugar is often the result of too much of the hormone " insulin, " which drives down blood sugar. Eating properly is the first and most important line of defense. For those who are not familiar with this important subject, the reason it is so important to have protein with every meal and snack is that it produces a counterbalancing hormone called " glucagon, " which increases blood sugar levels. Many people on high carbo., low-fat, low-protein diets (many vegetarians fall into this category unless they pay special attention to getting enough protein) are throwing their insulin/glucagon balance out of whack and this can cause serious problems down the road. For 75 percent of the population (apparently 25 percent of the population are not thusly affected by high carbo meals), high carbo meals (those meals without sufficient high-quality fat and protein) translate quickly into high blood sugar, which causes a surge of insulin, which in turn depresses blood sugar leading to the symptoms of hypoglycemia. What's more, if this is repeated day in and day out the flood of insulin in response to the high-carbo meals over time can cause insulin resistance. Dr. Barry Sears discusses this mechanism in depth in his book on " The Zone. " What is needed, of course, is balance. Sears suggests 40 percent low- glycemic carbos (mostly vegetables and fruits), 30 percent low fat protein, and 30 percent high-quality fat such as cold-pressed olive oil. (He also discusses the importance of omega-3 fatty acids.) These ratios can, of course, be fine-tuned to the varying needs of each individual. With best wishes to all, Dennis Lewis http://www.authentic-breathing.com , " yogiguruji " <yogiguruji@a...> wrote: > Good Morning! > > Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, can include such diverse > symptoms as headache, fatigue, dizziness, irritability, > anxiety, or a craving for sweets. To manage this condition, > don't skip meals, include protein at each meal, have small > protein snacks between meals, and avoid sugar, alcohol and > refined flour products. > > The mineral chromium picolinate, 200 micrograms daily, > can help to balance blood sugar levels. Chromium can > be found in brewer's yeast, brown rice, cheese, meats, > whole grains, dried beans, and chicken. Herbal dandelion > root is effective in controlling blood sugar levels. > > > Andrew Pacholyk, LMT, MT-BC, CA > Peacefulmind.com > Alternative medicine and therapies > for healing mind, body & spirit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 1, 2004 Report Share Posted April 1, 2004 Thanks, Misty. Please do not forget the part that chronic bracing plays in this important syndrome. See the archives about hypoglycemia and about bracing on the website at askwaltstollmd.com Walt - " Misty L. Trepke " <mistytrepke Wednesday, March 31, 2004 9:30 PM [s-A] [AltAnswers] Hypoglycemia > Comments? > Misty L. Trepke > http://www..com > > Good Morning! > > Hypoglycemia > > Hypoglycemia or blood sugar is a disorder of blood sugar metabolism > which may result in diabetes in later life. It is a condition in > which the pancreas produces too much insulin, causing the blood sugar > to drop. > > Hypoglycemia sometimes occurs in healthy people some hours after a > meal rich in carbohydrates, especially following muscular exertion. > It is frequently found in the first few days of life, especially > among premature infants. > > Hypoglycemia is a serious disorder as the brain cannot function > properly when the blood sugar level is too low. Like all other organs > of the body, the brain receive its fuel from the diet. But it can use > only the sugar produced by the body from carbohydrates. Unlike many > of the body tissues, it cannot store its fuel. Therefore, it must get > a constant supply of sugar through the bloodstream. Mental > disturbances caused by subnormal blood sugar levels can seriously > affect a person's life. > > A craving for sweets and starches in excessive amount between meals > is the first sign of low blood sugar level . When the blood sugar > level falls much below normal, symptoms such as nervousness, > irritability, fatigue, depression, disturbed vision and headache > appear. Other symptoms are sweating, trembling, numbness, absent- > mindedness, dizziness, palpitation of the heart and some sexual > disturbances. Most hypoglycemia patients feel hungry and eat > frequently to get over the feeling of weakness and emotional > irritability. They feel tense if they have to go without food for > several hours. > > Hypoglycemia is usually caused by an excessive intake of refined > carbohydrates and sugar foods. These substances cause the pancreas, > the adrenal gland and the liver to lose their ability to handle the > sugar properly. Other possible causes of low blood sugar are a > tumour, disturbed functions of the liver, pituitary gland or adrenal > glands. Stress intensifies this condition as it weakens the adrenal > glands and starts a faulty pattern of glucose intolerance. > > The high animal protein diet generally prescribed for hypoglycemia > is not suitable for this disorder. It may help control the condition > temporarily, but it is harmful in many other respects and may result > in other diseases like heart trouble, arteries, kidney problems and > cancer. > > The ideal diet for hypoglycemia should be based on three basic food > groups: > > 1. grains > 2. seeds and nuts > 3. vegetable oils. > > Seeds, nuts and grains should be the main constituents of the diet. > Seeds and nuts should be taken in their raw form. Grains, in the > form of cereals,should be cooked. Cooked grains are digested slowly > and release sugar into the blood gradually six to eight hours after > meals. This will keep the blood sugar level normal and constant for a > long period. > > Persons suffering from low blood sugar should take six to eight small > meals a day instead of two or three large ones. Eating raw nuts and > seeds such as pumpkin or sunflower seeds or drinking milk, butter > milk or NATURAL fruit juices between meals will be highly > beneficial. All refined and processed foods, white sugar, white > flour and their by- products should be completely eliminated from > the diet. Coffee, alcohol and soft drinks should also be avoided. > The consumption of salt should be reduced as an excessive intake of > salt causes loss of blood potassium, which causes blood sugar to > drop. The following foods should be APART of your intake suggested > for hypoglycemia: > > On rising : Fresh fruits such as apples, peaches, melons, berries, > avocado or a glass of fresh fruit juice. > > Breakfast : Nuts, seeds, fruit, cottage cheese and buttermilk, > cereal or congee. > > Mid-morning : Fruit, natural fruit juice or tomato juice. > > Lunch : Cooked cereals and milk or small portion of tuna, chicken, > fish or beef. > > Mid-afternoon : A glass of fruit or vegetable juice or a snack > consisting of nuts. > > Dinner : Vegetable salad with a cooked vegetable from among those > allowed, one or two slices of whole wheat bread, cottage cheese and > butter milk. > > On retiring : A glass of milk or buttermilk. > > Vegetables which can be taken in hypoglycemia are asparagus, beets, > carrots, cucumbers, egg-plants, peas, radishes, tomatoes, spinach, > kale, lettuce, beans, baked potatoes. Fruits which can be taken are > apples, apricots, berries, peaches, and pineapples. Consumption of > citrus fruits should be limited. > > Foods rich in vitamin C , E and B-complex are highly beneficial in > the treatment of low blood sugar. Vitamins C and B increase tolerance > to sugar and carbohydrates and help normalize sugar metabolism. > Pantothenic acid, and vitamin B6 help to build up adrenals which are > generally exhausted in persons with hypoglycemia. Vitamin E improves > glycogen storage in the muscles and tissues. The patient should take > vitamin C in large doses from 2,000 to 5,000 mg. (depending on how > much the bowels can tolerate); B6 50 mg. and vitamin E 800 - 1,200 > iu daily. > > Proper rest is essential for those suffering from low blood sugar. A > tranquil mind is of utmost importance in this condition. Nervous > strain and anxiety should be relieved by simple methods of meditation > and relaxation. > > Yogasanas like vakrasana, bhujasana, halasana, sarbagasana and > shavasana and pranayama like kapalbhati and anulomaviloma will > be beneficial. > > A prolonged neutral immersion bath is also helpful in relieving > mental tension. > > > Andrew Pacholyk L.Ac. MSTOM > Peacefulmind.com > Alternative medicine and therapies > for healing mind, body & spirit! > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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