Homeopathic Treatment for Diabetes

What is Diabetes

Diabetes is a metabolic disorder in which our body’s use of food for production of energy is affected. Most of the food we eat is carbohydrates, and this is broken down by the digestive juices into a simple sugar called glucose. Glucose is the main source of energy for the body. After digestion, the glucose passes into our bloodstream where it is available for body cells to use for growth and energy. Insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas, facilitates the entry of glucose into our cells. When we eat, the pancreas is supposed to produce the right amount of insulin to move the glucose from our blood into our cells. In diabetics, the pancreas either produces little or no insulin, or the body cells do not respond to the insulin that is produced. Due to this, glucose levels rise in the blood, floods into the urine and passes out of the body, making the body lose its main source of fuel.

3 Types of Diabetes

Type I - occurs when the pancreas produces very little or no insulin at all. Approximately 10 percent of people with diabetes, mostly children, and young adults, have Type I diabetes.

Type II - occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body cannot use the insulin produced effectively. 90 percent of people with diabetes have Type II.
Gestational - is a temporary condition that occurs during pregnancy. It affects 2 to 4 percent of all pregnancies with an increased risk of developing diabetes for both mother and child. Type II diabetes is often preceded by a set of symptoms which leads to insulin resistance. Among the symptoms are feeling tired after you eat and other times when you shouldn't, gaining weight and having trouble losing it, and having blood pressure and cholesterol levels creep up over time. Type 2 diabetes can be reversed through proper diet and exercise.

Treatment Options

Controlling blood sugar (glucose) levels is the major goal of diabetes treatment to prevent complications of the disease. Diabetes is a common disease, yet every individual needs unique care. Diabetes can be managed with homeopathic medicine, non-insulin medications, insulin, weight reduction, and dietary changes. The choice of medications for diabetes is individualized, and one must take into account the effectiveness and side effect profile of each medication, the patient's underlying health status, any medication compliance issues, and cost to the patient or health-care system.

Conventional Treatment

Conventional medicine often uses insulin itself in the treatment of diabetes. This being just a replacement therapy, diabetes becomes a life-long disease.

Homoeopathy can be used effectively in the treatment of diabetes. Homeopathic practitioners mainly concentrate on the functioning of the pancreas inefficient insulin production. Often, patients come to us already under insulin replacement. In such cases, we advise the patients to continue with their treatment while starting them off on homeopathic medicines. When we see a consistent control over the blood sugar levels, we taper off the conventional replacement therapy. Complications of the disease can also be taken care of by symptomatic treatment.

Homeopathic Medicines for Diabetes

The Homeopathic medicines for diabetes Mellitus made of natural substances and are free from side effects.

Abroma Augusta- One of the best Homeopathic medicines for Diabetes with loss of flesh and weakness
Phosphorus- One of the best Homeopathic medicines for Diabetes with Weakness in Vision
Syzygium Jambolanum- Top Homeopathic medicines for reducing sugar levels
Phosphoric Acid- One of the Homeopathic medicines for Diabetes with extreme weakness
Gymnema Sylvestre- Homeopathic Treatment for Diabetes Mellitus with weight loss
Insulin. [Insulin] – Used for maintaining blood sugar at normal level

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What causes diabetes?

Researchers are still trying to get a clear picture of what causes diabetes—they’ve found that genes don’t tell the whole story and that environmental factors also play a role.

There is also a misconception that the cause of diabetes is hereditary and primarily occurs in families where there is someone else with diabetes.

Deficiency in the production of insulin
Genetic susceptibility
Autoimmunity
Environmental Factors
Insulin Resistance
Metabolic Syndrome

Some Facts About Diabetes

Most diseases are surrounded by a number of beliefs. This stems basically from ignorance or lack of proper information. Similarly, diabetes has given rise to a number of imaginary beliefs and it is necessary to present the facts. A proper understanding of any disease means having a thorough knowledge about the disease, its causes, and effects. That is why it is imperative for all diabetics to be well informed and to be able to separate the myths from the facts.

Does Eating too much sugar cause diabetes?
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder and there is no proof that sugar is the main cause behind diabetes. Diabetes is more related to family history, wrong eating habits and little or no physical activity.

Do Healthy foods raise blood sugar?
The fact is that all foods provide carbohydrates. And if there is enough insulin present in the body naturally or provided by injections, it will utilize the carbohydrates and consequently, the blood sugar will not rise. However, if your body is producing less insulin or not utilizing it sufficiently, then blood sugar is bound to rise even if you eat healthy foods.

Is medical intervention the only option that can control diabetes?
Diabetes is a disease that requires dietary intervention along with medical treatment (homeopathic or conventional). Medications are only a part of the cure. What is also needed is a healthy lifestyle behavior that will allow the medication to work more effectively. This comes with a healthy, well-balanced diet as well as a regular exercise routine.

Do Diabetics have to eat special foods?
Diabetics can eat the same food as non-diabetics but in moderation. There are also certain superfoods that they can benefit from

Is a dietary modification necessary, if insulin is being administered?
Insulin is not replacing a meal plan or involvement in any physical activity. Therefore, dietary modification is needed, irrespective of whether insulin is being given or not.

Does exercise help with diabetes?
Exercise helps the pancreas to secrete more insulin, while at the same time, keeps the stress levels under control. Both these factors help to keep the blood sugar under control.

Do People with diabetes have to eat sugar-free products?
Sugar-free does not mean calorie free. It is advisable to keep a check on the calorie product of the food, before consuming it. This way the total calorie intake can be kept under control and will further help in keeping a check on the blood sugar.

Would I get diabetes if there is no family history?
Some people are born with a greater chance of developing diabetes than others. However, plenty of people diagnosed with the disease don't have a family history of diabetes. Your weight and lifestyle can be factors in whether you develop diabetes.

Is the strain and stress of everyday life related to diabetes?
The fact is that everyday stresses, as well as an emotional situation, can play a role in raising the blood sugar. Hence people with diabetes should take time out to relax and keep their stress levels under control.

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