Problems affecting insulin hormone are what gives rise to diabetes. In diabetes type I, there is a total deficiency of the hormone while in type 2, the hormone is either partially deficient or there is no response at the receptors. The latter type often takes years to set in. If diagnosed early, a number of interventions can be undertaken to either slow down the progress or reverse it altogether. We will look at some of the most effective strategies that have been used to reverse insulin resistance.
As a metabolic disease, diabetes is directly with what we eat. In general, foods that are rich in carbohydrates tend to increase the levels of blood sugars and this increases the chances of progressing from pre-diabetes and diabetes. Processed foods are considered to be highly glycemic which means they raise the blood glucose levels to a great extent. Foods with a low glycemic index include fruits, vegetables and proteins.
There are a number of supplements that can be taken to help in reducing the severity of diabetic symptoms and may even reverse hormonal resistance. Examples of these supplements include chromium, fish oil, magnesium and calcium among others. Magnesium has been studied quite substantially and has been found to greatly aid in fat breakdown. This effectively reduces the amount of fat that is deposited around the body.
The benefits of regular physical exercise cannot be overemphasized. Physical exercise helps by burning central body fat which in turn helps in the reversal process. The other major benefit is that fact that glucose demand by tissues increases during physical activity which helps to reduce the blood levels. Some of the exercises that one can engage in include swimming, cycling, running, brisk walking and jogging. The target should be at least 60 minutes of exercise for 5 to 6 days in a week.
Stress causes fluctuations in the level of blood sugar. This occurs due to a number of reasons which include, among others, secretion of a hormone known as cortisol. In the presence of this hormone, more carbohydrates are broken down to form glucose. At the same time, the hormone increases central obesity leading to a condition known as the metabolic syndrome. There are a number of things you can do to keep your stress levels in check. They include yoga, hypnosis, biofeedback and medication.
Drugs are considered if all the other alternatives fail. There are a number of drugs that are classified in different classes depending on the mechanism of action. Biguanides (such as metformin) are one of the classes that are most commonly used. They work by improving the response of the receptor. Thiazolidinediones are another group of effective drugs whose mechanism of action involves increase the cellular response.
Research has established that poor sleep quality is a predisposing factor for diabetes type 2. Obstructive sleep apnea is one of the conditions that features most prominently. This condition causes obesity in many of the affected persons which in turn reduces the ineffectiveness insulin. Persons that work night shifts are at an increased risk of this problem. The recommended duration of sleep is 6 hours per night.
Problems relating to the production and utilization of insulin hormone are what leads to diabetes. Insulin resistance in particular contribute to a significant portion of this. Reversing this state is possible if the condition is diagnosed early and lifestyle modifications instituted. Drugs are an option if the lifestyle changes fail to yield results.
As a metabolic disease, diabetes is directly with what we eat. In general, foods that are rich in carbohydrates tend to increase the levels of blood sugars and this increases the chances of progressing from pre-diabetes and diabetes. Processed foods are considered to be highly glycemic which means they raise the blood glucose levels to a great extent. Foods with a low glycemic index include fruits, vegetables and proteins.
There are a number of supplements that can be taken to help in reducing the severity of diabetic symptoms and may even reverse hormonal resistance. Examples of these supplements include chromium, fish oil, magnesium and calcium among others. Magnesium has been studied quite substantially and has been found to greatly aid in fat breakdown. This effectively reduces the amount of fat that is deposited around the body.
The benefits of regular physical exercise cannot be overemphasized. Physical exercise helps by burning central body fat which in turn helps in the reversal process. The other major benefit is that fact that glucose demand by tissues increases during physical activity which helps to reduce the blood levels. Some of the exercises that one can engage in include swimming, cycling, running, brisk walking and jogging. The target should be at least 60 minutes of exercise for 5 to 6 days in a week.
Stress causes fluctuations in the level of blood sugar. This occurs due to a number of reasons which include, among others, secretion of a hormone known as cortisol. In the presence of this hormone, more carbohydrates are broken down to form glucose. At the same time, the hormone increases central obesity leading to a condition known as the metabolic syndrome. There are a number of things you can do to keep your stress levels in check. They include yoga, hypnosis, biofeedback and medication.
Drugs are considered if all the other alternatives fail. There are a number of drugs that are classified in different classes depending on the mechanism of action. Biguanides (such as metformin) are one of the classes that are most commonly used. They work by improving the response of the receptor. Thiazolidinediones are another group of effective drugs whose mechanism of action involves increase the cellular response.
Research has established that poor sleep quality is a predisposing factor for diabetes type 2. Obstructive sleep apnea is one of the conditions that features most prominently. This condition causes obesity in many of the affected persons which in turn reduces the ineffectiveness insulin. Persons that work night shifts are at an increased risk of this problem. The recommended duration of sleep is 6 hours per night.
Problems relating to the production and utilization of insulin hormone are what leads to diabetes. Insulin resistance in particular contribute to a significant portion of this. Reversing this state is possible if the condition is diagnosed early and lifestyle modifications instituted. Drugs are an option if the lifestyle changes fail to yield results.
