Conditions
Diabetes
Diabetes: there are two types of diabetes: both types of diabetes are categorized by a disorder of insulin production, usage of insulin in the body, or both.
Fat tissue is a metabolically active endocrine organ that secretes hormones and inflammatory cytokines.
Inflammation causes a breakdown (catabolism) of organs and tissues. This might be the body’s attempt to keep the weight within acceptable bounds. The stress of obesity might also trigger an inflammatory response similar to having an infection.
Insulin and leptin resistance then impair glucose metabolism and hyperglycemia results.
Genetics is another role player in the development of diabesity, but inflammation alone directly contributes to every single metabolic dysfunction associated with diabesity ( leptin resistance, impaired fat and glucose metabolism and insulin resistance). Inflammation can thus be considered the primary mechanism through which the modern lifestyle and genetics cause diabesity.
Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that allows your body to use sugar (glucose) for energy or store it for future use. It then regulates the carbohydrate metabolism by promoting the absorption of glucose from the bloodstream to skeletal muscle and fat tissue.
There are low levels of circulating insulin in our bodies at all times, even when we don’t eat. This prevents the liver from constantly producing glucose. But very low levels might signal untreated Type 1 diabetes and very high insulin might be insulin resistance or pre-diabetes.
Too much insulin promotes weight gain by storing fat, which in return causes more insulin resistance, lowers magnesium levels and increase inflammation. Insulin resistance is the basis of virtually all chronic diseases of ageing because it promotes chronic inflammation throughout your body. Unfortunately, many healthcare practitioners are still ignorant of the profound influence that insulin has on health.
Inflammation is a normal and beneficial process that protects your body from foreign invaders like bacteria and viruses. But chronic low-grade systemic inflammation silently damages your tissues over an extended period of time and might not produce any symptoms until actual loss of function occurs somewhere.
High insulin levels and the associated chronic inflammation contribute over time to the development of obesity and diabetes (diabesity). Modern western lifestyle is probably the most important cause of diabesity.
This condition is categorised into two types; type 1 and type 2. Both types of diabetes are categorised by a disorder of insulin production, usage of insulin in the body, or both. The pancreas secretes insulin, a hormone, which is responsible for moving glucose (sugar in the blood) into cells of the body. This process is triggered when a high level of glucose is present in the bloodstream. The liver and the muscles receive signals to store glucose away as glycogen. Insulin "tells" the cells to store glucose in the form of fat, to reserve energy for future usage. Insulin receptors are found in all cells throughout the body. Blood glucose levels are normally stable in a healthy individual.
Type 1 diabetes, which has also been known as insulin-dependent diabetes, is considered a progressive autoimmune disease, in which the beta cells that produce insulin are slowly destroyed by the body's own immune system. It is unknown what initiates this process. Evidence suggests that both a genetic predisposition and environmental factors, such as a viral infection, are involved in causing the condition. Insulin replacement therapy is usually required as the body no longer produces any insulin.
Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, accounting for 90 – 95% of cases. In type 2 diabetes, the body does not respond properly to insulin, a condition known as insulin resistance. Over time, the pancreas may become exhausted and unable to produce insulin in adequate amounts. The disease is progressive and several stages occur. Insulin and glucose levels will be elevated during the early stages, while in the later stages insulin levels drop and blood glucose levels are raised. Treatment of type 2 diabetes should be adapted to the specific stage of the disease present.
There are various symptoms to help identify if a patient has diabetes, these include frequent urination, excessive thirst, extreme hunger, sudden weight loss, extreme fatigue, irritability and blurred vision. In general, the symptoms of type 1 diabetes come on more abruptly and are more severe than the symptoms of type 2 diabetes. Ketones present in the blood (ketosis) may cause the breath to smell sweet. Dark skin tags also commonly occur. There are also clinical signs that your physician can test for.
1. Blood tests
What blood testing resources may be helpful:
Fasting blood glucose measurements are the most common clinical tests used to initially indicate whether a person has abnormal insulin functioning. Blood is drawn and the plasma glucose or blood sugar is tested. This test is usually taken in a fasting state (no caloric intake for at least 8 hours), or a random blood sugar level can be drawn.
Normal fasting blood glucose levels are between 3.9 and 5.5. Prediabetes is diagnosed if the fasting blood glucose level is between 5.5 and 6.9mg/dL. If the results are found to be above 7.0mmol/l in a fasting sample & above 11.1mmol/l in a random sample Diabetes is usually diagnosed in the patient. Urine tests will show glucose and ketones in urine. Your Health Renewal doctor will then order a fasting glucose tolerance test and additional investigations.
The Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1C) measurements reflect glucose levels over the preceding 3 months and are now also included in the diagnostic criteria for Diabetes. If higher or equal to 6.5% it is indicative of Diabetes. Patients with a HbA1C of 5.7% - 6.4% are seen as pre-diabetes or at risk of developing Diabetes.
2. Gene/genetic test
Yes, a multi-gene DNA test can routinely be added to the assessment of:
It includes analysis of variation in clinically useful genes that may contribute to:
Some of these abnormalities contribute to the development of type 2 diabetes, obesity and hypertension. Oxidative stress, detoxification of carcinogens and traditional oestrogen exposure are also important considerations in this context.
The prevalence of diabetes among US adults grew by 45% over the past 20 years, with the greatest increase seen among seniors aged 65 and over. Obesity is the cause of most of the increase in the prevalence of diabetes in younger adults but only part of the increase in older adults. Worldwide, there is an urgent need for a new approach to the treatment of diabetes, as existing and conventional approaches have failed us. Alarmingly, the leading cause of adult blindness, amputation and an epidemic of heart disease, has been singled out as diabetes.
It is imperative that those diagnosed with diabetes, and those with a strong predisposition to developing diabetes, comprehend why and how blood sugar causes damage throughout the body. These individuals need to take preventative action to limit and interrupt these processes. The most damaging process is called glycation. This chemical process involves proteins in the body binding to sugar molecules, which then forms irreversible structures in the body. These proteins can not be utilised again. This process has an impact on the development of detrimental complications arising in diabetics, such as blindness, heart attacks and nerve damage, to name a few.
Another process that needs to be halted in diabetics is oxidative stress. Oxidation takes place due to free radical damage throughout the body, particularly the arteries. Supplementation with the right antioxidants is key in limiting oxidative stress through free radical damage, which will lower the risk of complications developing in diabetic individuals.
Due to very clear differences between the early and advanced stages of diabetes, a more sensible approach would be to differentiate treatment according to the stage presenting in a particular type 2 diabetic individual. During the early stages of the disease, (when a person would present with raised blood sugar and raised insulin levels), it would make more sense to offer treatment that would improve the cells` sensitivity to insulin, rather than increasing insulin levels through medication in such an individual. Addressing the diet and increasing the person`s activity levels, are key approaches in this early stage. There are many supporting studies available proving that these simple steps can delay if not prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes, even when a genetic component is present. Just half an hour of moderate exercise or physical activity in any form, combined with a reduction in body weight (5-10%), can reduce the onset of the disease by 58% in individuals at risk.
Metformin: Increasing Insulin Sensitivity
Metformin is a prescription drug that has been proven to increase insulin sensitivity in diabetic individuals that have mild to moderate hyperglycemia, but this drug has to be taken in conjunction with a balanced diet and moderate daily exercise. The Metformin drug works by increasing the liver's sensitivity to insulin. As a result of its effectiveness, Metformin has become the world`s most frequently prescribed anti-diabetic drug. In addition to increasing insulin sensitivity, Metformin has the benefit of stimulating weight loss, enhancing endothelial function and lowering cholesterol-triglyceride levels in the individual taking it.
There are various other nutrients that can also positively affect insulin sensitivity in the body. These nutrients also have the power to protect weak cell membranes and reduce the damaging effects of elevated glucose levels in the blood. For a winning combination, a patient has to adhere to an improved healthy diet, perform daily moderate exercise, use supplementation and prescription insulin-sensitizing drugs. All these factors together can have the effect of reversing mild to moderate hyperglycemia. If this can be done the patient can prevent needing stronger drugs and permanent damage to their bodies.
Drug Therapy For Advanced Diabetics
Unfortunately, not all individuals will have the luxury of knowing their type 2 diabetes have progressed to an advanced, more dangerous stage. Once a patient is in a state of severe hyperglycemia, the pancreas will burn out after it has had to produce high levels of insulin for a prolonged period of time. As the pancreas burns out, the production of insulin will drop, which in turn causes blood glucose levels to rise until it can create a toxic state in the body. Even though a patient adheres to all healthy lifestyle criteria of consuming a balanced diet, moderate exercise, and taking additional supplementation, prescription drugs might be the only option to improve the situation.
As mentioned earlier, conventional therapy has been shown to be deficient – but it is important to understand why, before discussing therapy for type 2 diabetes. Traditionally, type 2 diabetics have been instructed to increase their insulin levels, in order to enhance transfer of blood glucose out of the blood and into the cells, in an attempt to lower blood glucose levels. Regrettably, this recommendation is flawed and does not make much sense.
Type 2 diabetics generally present with impaired insulin utilisation, rather than a defect in insulin production. Therefore often type 2 diabetics have raised insulin levels, also known as hyperinsulinemia. The sensitive receptors located on cell membranes become "deaf" or resistant to the "message" of insulin, meaning that more and more insulin has to be produced in order to reduce elevated levels of blood sugar. This means blood glucose absorption becomes less efficient, and the individual will have more damaging glucose in the blood (exposing the arteries to the risks of glycation occurring).
Treating elevated blood sugar, fat hormones and insulin resistance alone will have inferior results. In order to have to best possible result all other potential causes of inflammation must be addressed as well.
1.Lifestyle changes
2.Supplementation/Nutraceuticals
3.Medical treatments
1.Increased levels of inflammatory cytokines predict future weight gain and cause insulin resistance.
2.Inflammation in fat cells. As fat cells expand the inflammation increases.
3.Inflammation of the fat tissue causes insulin resistance, which is a primary feature of Type 2 diabetes.
4.Inflammation in the brain causes leptin resistance, which often precedes and accompanies insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes. Leptin is a hormone that regulates appetite and metabolism.
5.Inflammation of the gut causes insulin and leptin resistance via an increase in lipopolysaccarides (LPS), an endotoxin produced by Gram-Negative bacteria in the gut. LPS causes inflammation, insulin resistance in the liver and weight gain.
For all health conditions, the nutraceuticals are individually tailored by the Health Renewal Doctor. The doctor will decide- based on your history, physical examination and blood tests what would be the best for you and your specific needs and/or deficiencies. Please do not self-medicate. Self-Medicating is done when a person takes prescription medication or neutraceuticals on their own without a doctor's supervision and/or consent. By not having a physical examination and blood testing done by a qualified medical practitioner, you could be not treating vital deficiencies or conditions such as elevated blood pressure and high sugar levels. In addition, there is no single supplement given to clients as there is no magic bullet that can support all the essential nutrients that one's body needs.
Intravenous infusions: Select your IV Infusion "cocktail" and get "infused" with life and living well! Intravenous (IV) therapy or Infusion therapy is a method of feeding vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants, directly into the bloodstream to correct intracellular nutrient deficiencies and help numerous health concerns.
Medical ozone: Ozone is an amazing element that has the power to detoxify the body by breaking down toxins and heavy metals. Ozone also helps to build new and healthy cells, tissues, organs and ultimately healthy body systems.
Body Renewal Medical Weight loss program: Insulin resistance and diabetes can be dramatically improved if one can lose 5-10% of body weight. If the program is strictly adhered to patients lose between 8 and 15 kilogrammes of fat in a 6 week's cycle, they generally find it quite easy and feel good with high energy levels. In fact, depressed patients have mood elevation as the Leptin levels "Kick in" 10 days into the program. Many of our patients have tried numerous other well-known diets but find this to be the magic one that actually works.
i-lipo treatments: This low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is available at Body Renewal which will help with centimetre and weight loss. LLLT such as i-lipo has been proven to restore a lean state adipocytes without inducing cell apoptosis/ death. It is hypothesised that i-Lipo LLLT could serve as an adjunct to other dietary therapies to promote insulin sensitivity and reduce the risk of diabetes because a lean state is produced in the fat cell. Lean state means there is an improved insulin sensitivity, resulting in less insulin needed for glucose metabolism. Less insulin equates to less fat being deposited.
An article published in the American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery in 2010 demonstrated a statistically significant reduction in both serum triglyceride and total cholesterol levels following a standard two-week, six treatment LLLT administration. Presently, clinical studies are ongoing to elucidate the potential utility of LLLT.
LLLT (based on histological evidence), has proven to reduce adipose tissue fat mass in areas of the waist, hips, and thighs while preventing fat cell death. The formation of the transitory pore within the adipocyte membrane results in adipocyte cell collapse and its return to a lean state. Reduced fat mass is associated with the synthesis of beneficial hormones like adiponectin which promotes insulin sensitivity within numerous tissues. Ongoing clinical trials are evaluating the LLLT for potential acute and long-term medical benefits.
Metabolic syndrome is a serious health condition associated with coronary heart attacks, diabetes, and even early death. You can identify this condition in your own body if you have three out of five of the following traits: excess abdominal fat, high blood triglycerides, low HDL (which is the good cholesterol), high blood pressure, and impaired glucose tolerance.
To improve your health here are some tips:
Shedding even 3 kilogrammes can significantly slash your risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. Even extremely overweight people were 70% less likely to develop diabetes when they lost just 5% of their weight – even if they didn–t exercise. The Body Renewal Medical Weight loss program is offered at Body Renewal and yields phenomenal results. If the program is strictly followed, patients can lose between 8 and 15 kilogrammes a 6 week's cycle which generally find it quite easy, and feels good with high energy levels. In fact, depressed patients have mood elevation as the Leptin levels "Kick in" 10 days into the program. Many of our patients have tried numerous other well-known diets but find this to be the magic one that actually works.
This can be done with intermittent fasting:
Try to eat only 100% organic food which does not overtax your hypothalamus again. Obesity and weight gain are caused by the man-made ingredients, chemicals, hormones and food processing techniques in the growing, producing and manufacturing of every-day food.
Limit your total fructose intake to less than 25g per day (which is equivalent to 2 low fructose fruits) as Fructose can increase your hunger and lead to overeating by triggering changes in your brain. Fructose-containing sugars cause obesity by turning on your fat switch. Effective treatment of obesity requires turning off your fat switch (done by limiting fructose intake) and improving the function of your cells' mitochondria.
Limit fructose from fruit to 15 grammes a day. For example, 1 cup berries contain between 3 to 4 g of fructose; an orange 6.1g; a banana 7.1g; an apple 9.5 g; 1 cup grapes 12.4 g & ½ mango 16.2 g. Fructose is also metabolised to fat in your body far more rapidly than any other sugar, and the metabolism of fructose by your liver creates a long list of waste products and toxins, including a large amount of uric acid, which drives up blood pressure and can cause gout. High fructose diets will lead to obesity, insulin resistance, fatty liver, and high triglycerides, signs of inflammation, vascular disease, and high blood pressure. Fruit juices are high in Fructose, so strict avoidance is recommended. Likewise, honey is very high in fructose. A far safer alternative is to use pure glucose (dextrose), Stevia or Xylitol.
Start your day with yoga, meditation, or a walk.
Take three deep, slow breaths before answering the phone, starting the car, serving the kids lunch, or any other activity.
Reclaim your Sundays (or any other day, once a week) as a day of rest or fun with your family, relaxing, worship, etc. Try to avoid spending the whole day on obligatory errands such as mowing the lawn, grocery shopping, or catching up on work.
Fat tissue is a metabolically active endocrine organ that secretes hormones and inflammatory cytokines.
Inflammation causes a breakdown (catabolism) of organs and tissues. This might be the body’s attempt to keep the weight within acceptable bounds. The stress of obesity might also trigger an inflammatory response similar to having an infection.
Insulin and leptin resistance then impair glucose metabolism and hyperglycemia results.
Genetics is another role player in the development of diabesity, but inflammation alone directly contributes to every single metabolic dysfunction associated with diabesity ( leptin resistance, impaired fat and glucose metabolism and insulin resistance). Inflammation can thus be considered the primary mechanism through which the modern lifestyle and genetics cause diabesity.
Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that allows your body to use sugar (glucose) for energy or store it for future use. It then regulates the carbohydrate metabolism by promoting the absorption of glucose from the bloodstream to skeletal muscle and fat tissue.
There are low levels of circulating insulin in our bodies at all times, even when we don’t eat. This prevents the liver from constantly producing glucose. But very low levels might signal untreated Type 1 diabetes and very high insulin might be insulin resistance or pre-diabetes.
Too much insulin promotes weight gain by storing fat, which in return causes more insulin resistance, lowers magnesium levels and increase inflammation. Insulin resistance is the basis of virtually all chronic diseases of ageing because it promotes chronic inflammation throughout your body. Unfortunately, many healthcare practitioners are still ignorant of the profound influence that insulin has on health.
Inflammation is a normal and beneficial process that protects your body from foreign invaders like bacteria and viruses. But chronic low-grade systemic inflammation silently damages your tissues over an extended period of time and might not produce any symptoms until actual loss of function occurs somewhere.
High insulin levels and the associated chronic inflammation contribute over time to the development of obesity and diabetes (diabesity). Modern western lifestyle is probably the most important cause of diabesity.
This condition is categorised into two types; type 1 and type 2. Both types of diabetes are categorised by a disorder of insulin production, usage of insulin in the body, or both. The pancreas secretes insulin, a hormone, which is responsible for moving glucose (sugar in the blood) into cells of the body. This process is triggered when a high level of glucose is present in the bloodstream. The liver and the muscles receive signals to store glucose away as glycogen. Insulin "tells" the cells to store glucose in the form of fat, to reserve energy for future usage. Insulin receptors are found in all cells throughout the body. Blood glucose levels are normally stable in a healthy individual.
Type 1 diabetes, which has also been known as insulin-dependent diabetes, is considered a progressive autoimmune disease, in which the beta cells that produce insulin are slowly destroyed by the body's own immune system. It is unknown what initiates this process. Evidence suggests that both a genetic predisposition and environmental factors, such as a viral infection, are involved in causing the condition. Insulin replacement therapy is usually required as the body no longer produces any insulin.
Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, accounting for 90 – 95% of cases. In type 2 diabetes, the body does not respond properly to insulin, a condition known as insulin resistance. Over time, the pancreas may become exhausted and unable to produce insulin in adequate amounts. The disease is progressive and several stages occur. Insulin and glucose levels will be elevated during the early stages, while in the later stages insulin levels drop and blood glucose levels are raised. Treatment of type 2 diabetes should be adapted to the specific stage of the disease present.
There are various symptoms to help identify if a patient has diabetes, these include frequent urination, excessive thirst, extreme hunger, sudden weight loss, extreme fatigue, irritability and blurred vision. In general, the symptoms of type 1 diabetes come on more abruptly and are more severe than the symptoms of type 2 diabetes. Ketones present in the blood (ketosis) may cause the breath to smell sweet. Dark skin tags also commonly occur. There are also clinical signs that your physician can test for.
1. Blood tests
What blood testing resources may be helpful:
Fasting blood glucose measurements are the most common clinical tests used to initially indicate whether a person has abnormal insulin functioning. Blood is drawn and the plasma glucose or blood sugar is tested. This test is usually taken in a fasting state (no caloric intake for at least 8 hours), or a random blood sugar level can be drawn.
Normal fasting blood glucose levels are between 3.9 and 5.5. Prediabetes is diagnosed if the fasting blood glucose level is between 5.5 and 6.9mg/dL. If the results are found to be above 7.0mmol/l in a fasting sample & above 11.1mmol/l in a random sample Diabetes is usually diagnosed in the patient. Urine tests will show glucose and ketones in urine. Your Health Renewal doctor will then order a fasting glucose tolerance test and additional investigations.
The Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1C) measurements reflect glucose levels over the preceding 3 months and are now also included in the diagnostic criteria for Diabetes. If higher or equal to 6.5% it is indicative of Diabetes. Patients with a HbA1C of 5.7% - 6.4% are seen as pre-diabetes or at risk of developing Diabetes.
2. Gene/genetic test
Yes, a multi-gene DNA test can routinely be added to the assessment of:
It includes analysis of variation in clinically useful genes that may contribute to:
Some of these abnormalities contribute to the development of type 2 diabetes, obesity and hypertension. Oxidative stress, detoxification of carcinogens and traditional oestrogen exposure are also important considerations in this context.
The prevalence of diabetes among US adults grew by 45% over the past 20 years, with the greatest increase seen among seniors aged 65 and over. Obesity is the cause of most of the increase in the prevalence of diabetes in younger adults but only part of the increase in older adults. Worldwide, there is an urgent need for a new approach to the treatment of diabetes, as existing and conventional approaches have failed us. Alarmingly, the leading cause of adult blindness, amputation and an epidemic of heart disease, has been singled out as diabetes.
It is imperative that those diagnosed with diabetes, and those with a strong predisposition to developing diabetes, comprehend why and how blood sugar causes damage throughout the body. These individuals need to take preventative action to limit and interrupt these processes. The most damaging process is called glycation. This chemical process involves proteins in the body binding to sugar molecules, which then forms irreversible structures in the body. These proteins can not be utilised again. This process has an impact on the development of detrimental complications arising in diabetics, such as blindness, heart attacks and nerve damage, to name a few.
Another process that needs to be halted in diabetics is oxidative stress. Oxidation takes place due to free radical damage throughout the body, particularly the arteries. Supplementation with the right antioxidants is key in limiting oxidative stress through free radical damage, which will lower the risk of complications developing in diabetic individuals.
Due to very clear differences between the early and advanced stages of diabetes, a more sensible approach would be to differentiate treatment according to the stage presenting in a particular type 2 diabetic individual. During the early stages of the disease, (when a person would present with raised blood sugar and raised insulin levels), it would make more sense to offer treatment that would improve the cells` sensitivity to insulin, rather than increasing insulin levels through medication in such an individual. Addressing the diet and increasing the person`s activity levels, are key approaches in this early stage. There are many supporting studies available proving that these simple steps can delay if not prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes, even when a genetic component is present. Just half an hour of moderate exercise or physical activity in any form, combined with a reduction in body weight (5-10%), can reduce the onset of the disease by 58% in individuals at risk.
Metformin: Increasing Insulin Sensitivity
Metformin is a prescription drug that has been proven to increase insulin sensitivity in diabetic individuals that have mild to moderate hyperglycemia, but this drug has to be taken in conjunction with a balanced diet and moderate daily exercise. The Metformin drug works by increasing the liver's sensitivity to insulin. As a result of its effectiveness, Metformin has become the world`s most frequently prescribed anti-diabetic drug. In addition to increasing insulin sensitivity, Metformin has the benefit of stimulating weight loss, enhancing endothelial function and lowering cholesterol-triglyceride levels in the individual taking it.
There are various other nutrients that can also positively affect insulin sensitivity in the body. These nutrients also have the power to protect weak cell membranes and reduce the damaging effects of elevated glucose levels in the blood. For a winning combination, a patient has to adhere to an improved healthy diet, perform daily moderate exercise, use supplementation and prescription insulin-sensitizing drugs. All these factors together can have the effect of reversing mild to moderate hyperglycemia. If this can be done the patient can prevent needing stronger drugs and permanent damage to their bodies.
Drug Therapy For Advanced Diabetics
Unfortunately, not all individuals will have the luxury of knowing their type 2 diabetes have progressed to an advanced, more dangerous stage. Once a patient is in a state of severe hyperglycemia, the pancreas will burn out after it has had to produce high levels of insulin for a prolonged period of time. As the pancreas burns out, the production of insulin will drop, which in turn causes blood glucose levels to rise until it can create a toxic state in the body. Even though a patient adheres to all healthy lifestyle criteria of consuming a balanced diet, moderate exercise, and taking additional supplementation, prescription drugs might be the only option to improve the situation.
As mentioned earlier, conventional therapy has been shown to be deficient – but it is important to understand why, before discussing therapy for type 2 diabetes. Traditionally, type 2 diabetics have been instructed to increase their insulin levels, in order to enhance transfer of blood glucose out of the blood and into the cells, in an attempt to lower blood glucose levels. Regrettably, this recommendation is flawed and does not make much sense.
Type 2 diabetics generally present with impaired insulin utilisation, rather than a defect in insulin production. Therefore often type 2 diabetics have raised insulin levels, also known as hyperinsulinemia. The sensitive receptors located on cell membranes become "deaf" or resistant to the "message" of insulin, meaning that more and more insulin has to be produced in order to reduce elevated levels of blood sugar. This means blood glucose absorption becomes less efficient, and the individual will have more damaging glucose in the blood (exposing the arteries to the risks of glycation occurring).
Treating elevated blood sugar, fat hormones and insulin resistance alone will have inferior results. In order to have to best possible result all other potential causes of inflammation must be addressed as well.
1.Lifestyle changes
2.Supplementation/Nutraceuticals
3.Medical treatments
1.Increased levels of inflammatory cytokines predict future weight gain and cause insulin resistance.
2.Inflammation in fat cells. As fat cells expand the inflammation increases.
3.Inflammation of the fat tissue causes insulin resistance, which is a primary feature of Type 2 diabetes.
4.Inflammation in the brain causes leptin resistance, which often precedes and accompanies insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes. Leptin is a hormone that regulates appetite and metabolism.
5.Inflammation of the gut causes insulin and leptin resistance via an increase in lipopolysaccarides (LPS), an endotoxin produced by Gram-Negative bacteria in the gut. LPS causes inflammation, insulin resistance in the liver and weight gain.
For all health conditions, the nutraceuticals are individually tailored by the Health Renewal Doctor. The doctor will decide- based on your history, physical examination and blood tests what would be the best for you and your specific needs and/or deficiencies. Please do not self-medicate. Self-Medicating is done when a person takes prescription medication or neutraceuticals on their own without a doctor's supervision and/or consent. By not having a physical examination and blood testing done by a qualified medical practitioner, you could be not treating vital deficiencies or conditions such as elevated blood pressure and high sugar levels. In addition, there is no single supplement given to clients as there is no magic bullet that can support all the essential nutrients that one's body needs.
Intravenous infusions: Select your IV Infusion "cocktail" and get "infused" with life and living well! Intravenous (IV) therapy or Infusion therapy is a method of feeding vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants, directly into the bloodstream to correct intracellular nutrient deficiencies and help numerous health concerns.
Medical ozone: Ozone is an amazing element that has the power to detoxify the body by breaking down toxins and heavy metals. Ozone also helps to build new and healthy cells, tissues, organs and ultimately healthy body systems.
Body Renewal Medical Weight loss program: Insulin resistance and diabetes can be dramatically improved if one can lose 5-10% of body weight. If the program is strictly adhered to patients lose between 8 and 15 kilogrammes of fat in a 6 week's cycle, they generally find it quite easy and feel good with high energy levels. In fact, depressed patients have mood elevation as the Leptin levels "Kick in" 10 days into the program. Many of our patients have tried numerous other well-known diets but find this to be the magic one that actually works.
i-lipo treatments: This low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is available at Body Renewal which will help with centimetre and weight loss. LLLT such as i-lipo has been proven to restore a lean state adipocytes without inducing cell apoptosis/ death. It is hypothesised that i-Lipo LLLT could serve as an adjunct to other dietary therapies to promote insulin sensitivity and reduce the risk of diabetes because a lean state is produced in the fat cell. Lean state means there is an improved insulin sensitivity, resulting in less insulin needed for glucose metabolism. Less insulin equates to less fat being deposited.
An article published in the American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery in 2010 demonstrated a statistically significant reduction in both serum triglyceride and total cholesterol levels following a standard two-week, six treatment LLLT administration. Presently, clinical studies are ongoing to elucidate the potential utility of LLLT.
LLLT (based on histological evidence), has proven to reduce adipose tissue fat mass in areas of the waist, hips, and thighs while preventing fat cell death. The formation of the transitory pore within the adipocyte membrane results in adipocyte cell collapse and its return to a lean state. Reduced fat mass is associated with the synthesis of beneficial hormones like adiponectin which promotes insulin sensitivity within numerous tissues. Ongoing clinical trials are evaluating the LLLT for potential acute and long-term medical benefits.
Metabolic syndrome is a serious health condition associated with coronary heart attacks, diabetes, and even early death. You can identify this condition in your own body if you have three out of five of the following traits: excess abdominal fat, high blood triglycerides, low HDL (which is the good cholesterol), high blood pressure, and impaired glucose tolerance.
To improve your health here are some tips:
Shedding even 3 kilogrammes can significantly slash your risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. Even extremely overweight people were 70% less likely to develop diabetes when they lost just 5% of their weight – even if they didn–t exercise. The Body Renewal Medical Weight loss program is offered at Body Renewal and yields phenomenal results. If the program is strictly followed, patients can lose between 8 and 15 kilogrammes a 6 week's cycle which generally find it quite easy, and feels good with high energy levels. In fact, depressed patients have mood elevation as the Leptin levels "Kick in" 10 days into the program. Many of our patients have tried numerous other well-known diets but find this to be the magic one that actually works.
This can be done with intermittent fasting:
Try to eat only 100% organic food which does not overtax your hypothalamus again. Obesity and weight gain are caused by the man-made ingredients, chemicals, hormones and food processing techniques in the growing, producing and manufacturing of every-day food.
Limit your total fructose intake to less than 25g per day (which is equivalent to 2 low fructose fruits) as Fructose can increase your hunger and lead to overeating by triggering changes in your brain. Fructose-containing sugars cause obesity by turning on your fat switch. Effective treatment of obesity requires turning off your fat switch (done by limiting fructose intake) and improving the function of your cells' mitochondria.
Limit fructose from fruit to 15 grammes a day. For example, 1 cup berries contain between 3 to 4 g of fructose; an orange 6.1g; a banana 7.1g; an apple 9.5 g; 1 cup grapes 12.4 g & ½ mango 16.2 g. Fructose is also metabolised to fat in your body far more rapidly than any other sugar, and the metabolism of fructose by your liver creates a long list of waste products and toxins, including a large amount of uric acid, which drives up blood pressure and can cause gout. High fructose diets will lead to obesity, insulin resistance, fatty liver, and high triglycerides, signs of inflammation, vascular disease, and high blood pressure. Fruit juices are high in Fructose, so strict avoidance is recommended. Likewise, honey is very high in fructose. A far safer alternative is to use pure glucose (dextrose), Stevia or Xylitol.
Start your day with yoga, meditation, or a walk.
Take three deep, slow breaths before answering the phone, starting the car, serving the kids lunch, or any other activity.
Reclaim your Sundays (or any other day, once a week) as a day of rest or fun with your family, relaxing, worship, etc. Try to avoid spending the whole day on obligatory errands such as mowing the lawn, grocery shopping, or catching up on work.
