Can you really reverse type II diabetes with diet and exercise?
Well . . . .yes and no.
You absolutely CAN STOP the progress of the disease. if caught early, you can STOP the possibility of amputation, blindness, Heart attacks, strokes, kidney failure, sexual dysfunctions, and . . . . .
IF you grow the self-discipline to take your meds, follow your Diet, get more exercise, and watch your weight, you can stop the disease from doing any more damage.
If you can keep your blood sugars normal, than MANY of the problems will reverse themselves and go away. Your eyesight will improve, your sexual functions will get better, you will reduces your chance of stroke.
But things like clogged arteries will requires special medication (like Plavix) to reduces the plaque buildup, and kidney disease is NOT reversible, at all.
Generally speaking, if you keep your blood sugar normal, you can seriously reduce the amount of medications you take, and can often eliminate you need (now or in the future) for insulin.
But if you do NOT follow doctor’s orders, you will DEFINITELY reduce your lifetime, and much of the life you have left will be of poor quality — setting in a wheelchair in a nursing home.
May 5th, 2010 at 8:33 am
yes. maybe not completely, but enough to get off meds.
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May 5th, 2010 at 8:55 am
Yes! It is amazing how much you can lower your blood sugar with exercise and diet. By exercising daily and watching what I ate, I lowered my AIC from a 7 to 5.9 and my daily sugar numbers from 140 down to about 99
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May 5th, 2010 at 9:38 am
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Briefly, the answer is NO! Being a ‘Top Contributor’ you should realise that research plays a large part of knowledge. Treatment, diet and exercise are the main contributors of a lower blood glucose. Type II diabetes is a chronic (lifelong) disease marked by high levels of sugar (glucose) in the blood. Type II diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. It does not, as yet, have a cure, but it is capable of being controlled. I recently gave the following answer to a similar question, and I repeat it here for your interest. - In order to maintain lower blood sugar, a diabetic can exercise and drink teas that can reduce blood glucose levels. In addition, it is best to avoid simple carbohydrates as much as possible. Other dietary improvements include the addition of protein, complex carbohydrates, particularly fibre and nutrient-rich vegetables, and healthy fats, such as those found in nuts and avocados. Eating fruits and berries with fat, fibre, or protein, allows diabetics to enjoy a sweet treat while lowering the glycaemic load of the snack. There are two different categories of carbohydrate, which affect the body very differently. Understanding the difference between them can help lower blood glucose levels with a healthy diet plan. Simple carbohydrates have little or no fibre, and are broken down quickly by the body. A simple carbohydrate, such as sugar, provides a virtually instant sugar rise in the bloodstream. Complex carbohydrates, on the other hand, have more fibre and take longer for the body to break down. A food containing complex carbohydrates, such as any type of green leafy vegetable, will provide a slow and steady rise in blood sugar over a longer period of time. This allows the body to have more time to deal with the influx of glucose in the blood, which helps to maintain a normal blood sugar level. A healthy diet is an important component in a plan to lower glucose naturally. There are two aspects to consider when formulating a diet to reduce high blood glucose levels. The amount and type of carbohydrates consumed, as well as the glycaemic load of the meal, are both critical to a diet that will lower blood sugar levels. The glycaemic load of a meal is the expected blood sugar impact of the combination of foods consumed in the meal. For example, eating a piece of meat alone has no glycaemic impact, since meat does not raise the blood sugar. Eating a piece of whole grain bread alone will have a moderate impact on the blood sugar. Eating the two together will lessen the impact of the bread, because eating the meat slows the body’s ability to break down the bread into sugar. Paying attention to the glycaemic load of meals can help to lower blood sugar naturally over time. Moderate amounts of exercise improve the overall health of a diabetic, as well as contributing to weight loss. Losing weight helps a diabetic to manage blood sugar levels more easily. In addition, exercise requires energy, which is derived from the sugar in the blood. For this reason, exercise can be an efficient means to lower blood sugar naturally. There are some links that offer suggestions, and I will add two for you to look at below. Be aware that they do not constitute medical advice. Medical advice should be sought from your doctor or diabetic clinic before entering any new diet or treatment not prescribed or recommended by a medical professional directly concerned with, or having a knowledge of diabetes.
ALL ANSWERS SHOULD BE THOROUGHLY RESEARCHED, IN ANY FORUM AND ESPECIALLY IN THIS ONE. - MANY ANSWERS ARE FLAWED.
It is extremely important to obtain an accurate diagnosis before trying to find a cure. Many diseases and conditions share common symptoms.
The information provided here should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions.
These are the links that I mentioned above
http://www.diabetes-blood-sugar-solutions.com/
http://www.myhealthcollection.com/
lower-blood-sugar-naturally.html
Hope this helps
matador 89
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May 5th, 2010 at 10:03 am
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May 5th, 2010 at 10:30 am
Unfortunately, once you have diabetes, you get to keep it forever. There’s no cure for type 2 diabetes, but you can manage — or even prevent — the condition. Start by eating healthy foods, exercising and maintaining a healthy weight. If diet and exercise aren’t enough, you may need diabetes medications or insulin therapy to manage your blood sugar.
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Many hours of personal research. Mayo clinic was especially helpful
May 5th, 2010 at 10:58 am
Well . . . .yes and no.
You absolutely CAN STOP the progress of the disease. if caught early, you can STOP the possibility of amputation, blindness, Heart attacks, strokes, kidney failure, sexual dysfunctions, and . . . . .
IF you grow the self-discipline to take your meds, follow your diet, get more exercise, and watch your weight, you can stop the disease from doing any more damage.
If you can keep your blood sugars normal, than MANY of the problems will reverse themselves and go away. Your eyesight will improve, your sexual functions will get better, you will reduces your chance of stroke.
But things like clogged arteries will requires special medication (like Plavix) to reduces the plaque buildup, and kidney disease is NOT reversible, at all.
Generally speaking, if you keep your blood sugar normal, you can seriously reduce the amount of medications you take, and can often eliminate you need (now or in the future) for insulin.
But if you do NOT follow doctor’s orders, you will DEFINITELY reduce your lifetime, and much of the life you have left will be of poor quality — setting in a wheelchair in a nursing home.
References :