According to the World Health Organization, 346 million people worldwide now have diabetes. When you count the number of people with pre-diabetes who are already experiencing some organ damage, that number jumps up to about 1.7 billion people with blood sugar problems.
In the U.S. about 10% of Americans have diabetes with another 20% with pre-diabetes. That means that we have over 70 million people with abnormal blood sugar levels.
Results of diabetes:
Raises risk of heart disease, stroke, leading cause of kidney failure, blindness in adults. It is the seventh leading cause of death in the U.S.
Key to controlling diabetes-Fiber
I recommend a high fiber diet that includes moderate amounts of protein and complex carbohydrates.
Eat the RIGHT kind of fiber, which is soluble fiber. This type of fiber dissolves in water and forms a gel like material. This "gel" blocks some of the sugars and cholesterol in your food from entering your blood stream. The result is lower insulin levels and better blood sugar control. Foods that are rich in soluble fiber include:
Oats Citrus fruits
Peas Carrots
Beans Barley
Brussels sprouts Spinach
Almonds Apples
Artichokes
Eat Resistant Starches
Resistant starches balance your blood sugar levels by reducing the rate that other starches you eat at the same time are processed. This prevents spikes in blood sugar and insulin levels. Resistant starches are so powerful that they can even improve your blood sugar and insulin response for several hours after a meal and even the following day. Best food sources include:
Beans
Lentils
Soluble Fiber Supplementation
Glucomannan, also known as Asian Konjac root.
A 14-year study analysis found glucomannan reduces fasting blood sugar by about 6%. It was also effective for treating elevated blood fats, cholesterol, body weight and blood pressure. Work up to 4 grams with an 8 oz glass of water 30-60 minutes before meals
PGX
This vey sticky soluble fiber can help control diabetes, reduce your appetite, lose weight, and even significantly lower your total and LDL cholesterol. This is available in capsule or granule form. Start by taking one capsule or 1/3 scoop with an 8 oz. glass of water 30 minutes before each meal. Increase this dose by one capsule or 1/3 scoop every 3 to 4 days until you're taking 3 to 4 capsules or 1 scoop per meal. Mark Hyman, MD (renowned author of many health books) recommends Wellbetx PGX plus Mulberry found on Amazon.com.
*Note of caution: soluble fiber can cause gas, bloating, or constipation. You can avoid this by slowly increasing the dose and making sure to drink at least 8 oz. of water every time you take this.
