Diabetes Treatment

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Naturopathic treatment of diabetes aims to lower blood glucose levels and promote overall well-being using natural therapies like diet, exercise, supplements, and herbs.

In diabetes, the quality or the quantity of insulin produced is less and this is what leads to the increase in glucose (blood sugar) levels in the blood. Fortunately, it is very possible with Naturopathic treatment for patients to live a normal and healthy life, as our treatments are highly effective. Oftentimes, patients can get their diabetes under control and never need conventional medication (this is common with type 2 diabetes).

Naturopathic treatments for diabetes are safe and responsible and very doable. Patients can lose weight, gain significant energy, and reduce their glucose numbers, cholesterol values, and even reduce blood pressure levels. Some patients will see their damaged nerves and kidneys recover full functioning, and those without such damage will have the tools to prevent it from developing.

What is Diabetes?

There are various types of diabetes, but the most common are type 1, type 2 and gestational (during pregnancy).

Type 1 Diabetes
The body’s immune system is not functioning properly and attacks the beta cells of the pancreas that produce insulin. This type of diabetes often runs in families.
Type 2 Diabetes
Cells that respond to insulin become resistant (desensitized) to it. Insulin is what safely transports the sugar into our cells, so this means that diabetics who are untreated will have elevated blood sugar. This is an extremely unhealthy state to be in because it results in global inflammation. Nerves, kidneys and the cardiovascular system will be the first organ systems to get damaged, but really a wide range of symptoms can accumulate and unfortunately unmanaged diabetes can ultimately lead to potentially fatal consequences.
Gestational
Whereby a woman becomes diabetic during her pregnancy… this is more common than you’d think, because women often crave sugar when they’re pregnant.

While it is not possible to reverse type 1 diabetes, numerous studies have shown that type 2 diabetes can be prevented and delayed by the use of diet and lifestyle measures alone. Regular physical activity is one of the most powerful preventative therapies and in fact out performs almost any other intervention including various medicines. Weight loss is also extremely important in helping preventing or reversing type 2 diabetes.

What Are the Symptoms of Diabetes?

The classic symptoms of diabetes are:
Increased thirst
Increased hunger
Increased frequency of urination
Feeling really “out of it” on and off (as your sugar is up and down)
Other common symptoms include:
Fatigue
Intense sugar cravings
Insomnia
Weight changes
Eye problems
Foot problems
Heart problems
In some cases, numbness and tingling will occur in limbs

Naturopathic Treatments

Naturopathic doctors are well-trained and are able to provide patients with excellent treatment options for diabetes. Dr Smith, ND may utilize modalities such as nutrition, lifestyle counselling, botanical medicine, traditional Chinese medicine, or Intravenous Therapy. Many scientific studies have validated the use of naturopathic treatments for helping achieve optimal health for diabetics.

Management of controllable factors include: poor diet, over-eating, nutritional deficiencies, high refined grains and sugar consumption, lack of exercise, and being overweight/obese. Environmental toxins and hormonal imbalances are also noted for initiating or contributing to insulin resistance, and subsequently Dr. Smith, ND will assess for these issues also.

Dr Smith individualizes each treatment plan as every person experiences diabetes differently and may use various therapies differently to manage the core issues and complications of diabetes. A comprehensive treatment plan that includes diet modification, exercise and other medications truly is the best way to regulate blood sugar and manage diabetes.

THE PROCESS

How to get started

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BOOK A CONSULTATION

If you're on the fence about jumping into your naturopathic health journey, feel free to book a free 10-minute consultation call with me. 

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PERSONAL ASSESSMENT

Your initial health assessment is your first appointment which is one hour. We will discuss your medical history, family medical history, lifestyle, discuss your goals, review any lab work you may have sent ahead of time, do a deep dive on your concerns and order lab work if necessary. Then I provide a comprehensive strategic plan which may include nutrition and exercise changes, herbs or supplements, and hormone replacement therapy or other prescriptions as indicated and referrals if indicated.

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FOLLOW UP APPOINTMENTS

In your follow-up appointments, we will go over any changes you have noticed and make adjustments accordingly to your plan, and do refills as required.  These visits vary in length and this depends on what is requried.