Hyperglycemia is a condition where the amount of glucose present in the blood plasma
exceeds the normal level. Hyperglycemia or high blood sugar may be caused due to different factors such as diabetes, eating disorders or stress.
(a) Diabetes:
The major cause of hyperglycemia is the disease 'Diabetes Mellitus'. When one suffers
from chronic hyperglycemia for a long period of time and even in the fasting state,
it is due to diabetes. Diabetes is caused when the Pancreas fails to produce sufficient amounts of the hormone insulin.
(b) Eating disorders:
Acute hyperglycemia may be caused due to certain eating disorders. If a person consumes a large amount of food containing simple and complex carbohydrates, his/her blood sugar level may increase temporarily. There are certain medicines which may increase the risk of hyperglycemia. Examples are -- beta blockers, diuretics, corticosteroids, niacin etc.
(c) Infections and stress:
Hyperglycemia may also occur due to some infections or in times of stress. Patients suffering from stroke or myocardial infarction may develop hyperglycemia, which may not be caused due to diabetes. During periods of stress certain hormones are released which increase the blood glucose levels.
The various symptoms of hyperglycemia are given below:
* Frequent hunger and thirst.
* Excessive urination.
* Fatigue.
* Weight loss.
* Dry/itchy skin.
* Male impotence.
* Slow healing of wounds.
The main treatment of acute hyperglycemia is the administration of insulin, under medical supervision.
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Diabetes -- Some Home Made Remedies
Diabetes is of two types -- Type 1 (insulin dependent) and Type 2 ( non-insulin dependent). Type 1 Diabetes generally occurs at a very young age. Persons suffering from Type 1 Diabetes have to take regular doses of insulin. Type 2 Diabetes is mostly seen in adults, particularly in those who are overweight and above the age of forty. These patients can control their blood sugar levels by regular exercise and a proper diet. The following are some home made remedies for Diabetes:
(a) Cinnamon is a very good remedy for Diabetes. Take one teaspoon of cinnamon and boil in a cup of water. Drink the mixture daily. It helps to reduce your blood sugar level.
(b) The best natural remedy for diabetes is bitter gourd. Bitter gourd juice should be taken in the morning, in empty stomach. For best results, it should be taken twice
daily.
(c) Boil some mango leaves in a glass of water and keep it for the night. Drink the liquid in the morning.
(d) Fresh curry leaves may be taken twice a day. It reduces blood sugar levels.
(e) Every morning, eat almonds soaked in water.
(f) Turmeric powder is very useful to control blood sugar. It can be added to your food.
(g) Another important home remedy for Diabetes is soybeans. It should be a part of your regular diet.
(h) Eat plenty of cucumber and tomatoes.
(i) Have regular exercise.
(a) Cinnamon is a very good remedy for Diabetes. Take one teaspoon of cinnamon and boil in a cup of water. Drink the mixture daily. It helps to reduce your blood sugar level.
(b) The best natural remedy for diabetes is bitter gourd. Bitter gourd juice should be taken in the morning, in empty stomach. For best results, it should be taken twice
daily.
(c) Boil some mango leaves in a glass of water and keep it for the night. Drink the liquid in the morning.
(d) Fresh curry leaves may be taken twice a day. It reduces blood sugar levels.
(e) Every morning, eat almonds soaked in water.
(f) Turmeric powder is very useful to control blood sugar. It can be added to your food.
(g) Another important home remedy for Diabetes is soybeans. It should be a part of your regular diet.
(h) Eat plenty of cucumber and tomatoes.
(i) Have regular exercise.
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