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WHEATGRASS
IN DIABETES
CAUSES OF DIABETES:
Our
body contains many different organs which support each other to function
properly. Each organ contains numerous cells which are the basic building
blocks of our body. These cells require proteins, vitamins, minerals, amino
acids, enzymes, etc to maintain their proper functioning abilities. Lack of
healthy nutrition at cellular level reduces the natural immune system and this
is the root cause of all diseases.
The
pancreas is the important organ whose cells produce Insulin for controlling the
body’s sugar level. Insulin helps digest the sugar contained in our food and
control the sugar level for proper functioning of other body organs.
The
Insulin producing cells need proper nutrition to maintain their health and
working ability. Wrong living and eating habits, irregular life, addictions,
lack of physical activity, pollution, stress and use of harmful drugs are the
major factors that adversely affect their health. This affects the amount,
purity and effectiveness of Insulin and the Pancreas is unable to control the
body’s sugar level resulting in the dreaded disease called Diabetes.
TYPES OF DIABETES:
There
are two types of Diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2.
In
Type 1 Diabetes, the body produces little or no insulin. It is often referred
to as juvenile diabetes as it starts
at a younger age and is more severe.
In
Type 2 Diabetes, The body produces enough insulin and is unable to enter the
body cells to break down sugar into energy.
The body has trouble in properly utilizing fats and proteins.
Type
2 Diabetes is the more common type accounting for nearly 90 % of Diabetics. It
is referred to as “maturity – onset” diabetes.
SYMPTOMS:
Both
the type of Diabetes shares some similar symptoms. The most common of which
include: lack of energy, increased hunger, weight loss, frequent urination,
excessive thirst, blurred vision, nausea, abdominal pain and weakness.
While
it’s a debatable issue in medical
circles whether diabetes is genetic, or is passed on from generation to
generation, scientists are not exactly sure of the precise cause except that
the disease may be the result of a malfunction in the body’s endocrine and
immune system.
Diabetes
increases the chance of heart attack 2 to 4 times and patients with diabetes
suffer nerve damage, heart diseases, kidney failure, blindness, amputation,
etc.
India’s population is one sixth of the
words population and it has the largest number of Diabetics in the world.
CONTROLLING DIABETES:
Diabetes
can be controlled and not cured. The basic purpose of any medication is to
supplement nutrition deficiencies at the cellular level and improve the natural
immune system that will fight against the disease. It is the natural inbuilt
mechanism that heals the disease and proper nutrition (medication) is required
to strengthen the immune system.
Modern
medical practice recommends Insulin injections or tablets for controlling the
diabetes. Even after long term use of this medication, this system has been
observed to make the patient dependent (addicted) on the medicines instead of
repairing the body’s natural ability to control sugar level. Moreover the side
effects of these medicines are notorious.
Naturopathy
is the oldest and the basic therapeutic system. Naturopathy is a science, which
promotes the art of curing and preventing diseases by bringing about suitable
changes in food and lifestyle. It upholds the basic principle that our body has
the inbuilt ability to heal itself when provided with proper nutrition, exercise
and environment.
Naturopathy
works to repair the root cause of the disease and its results although slow are
observed to be retained long term. Most
important there are no harmful side effects. It states that the accumulation of
harmful toxins resulting in disturbed alkaline (pH) level in the body is the
basic cause of all health problems.
WHEATGRASS
POWDER IN DIABETES:
The
father of modern medical science and the great Greek philosopher Hippocrates,
who lived about 2500 years ago, has rightly said ‘Let thy food be thy
medicine’. People spend fortunes to get rid of ailments but fail to get
relief. The reason behind this pathetic situation is that we never think of
resigning ourselves to the almighty Nature. We simply ignore the health- giving
herbs and plants created by Nature. Wheatgrass is one such boon bestowed by
Nature on man to make him healthy.
Wheatgrass
is represented in Naturopathy and is hailed as ‘The Panacea on Earth’ by many
famous Naturopaths and Dietitians around the world, due to the natural
concentration of numerous beneficial nutrients present in it. Wheatgrass in
powder form is the most convenient and effective way of making its benefits
readily available.
·Wheatgrass is a naturally rich source
of Vitamins, Minerals, Amino acids, Enzymes, Chlorophyll and Dietary Fiber.
·Wheatgrass is said to contain more
than 90 different nutritious substances and 19 Amino acids including 9 EAA
(essential amino acids).
· Wheatgrass powder has powerful
detoxification and blood purification properties.
·The molecular structure of Chlorophyll
contained in Wheatgrass bears a close resemblance to the substance called Hemin
contained in human blood. Dieticians therefore call Wheatgrass as ‘green
blood’.
·The pH (hydrogen molecules) value of
human blood and Wheatgrass both is about 7 (alkaline) & is therefore
quickly absorbed in the blood and is highly beneficial.
·100 g Wheatgrass Powder, obtained from
1 kg of fresh Wheatgrass, can supply nourishment equal to that obtained from 23
kg of selected vegetables.
·Wheatgrass Powder is high in dietary
fiber and thus helps maintain blood sugar level, cholesterol level, prevents
constipation and cancer.
DIETARY FIBRE:
Although fiber
is not a source of energy, its role in disease prevention is outstanding. Foods from animal
source (milk, eggs, meat, fish, etc.) do not contain significant amount of fiber. There are two types of fiber:
1)
Soluble fiber helps
regulate blood sugar levels by delaying the absorption of carbohydrates and is
particularly beneficial for diabetics. By increasing the excretion of
cholesterol, it helps reduce blood cholesterol level, thus benefiting heart
patients. It also reduces the formation of gall bladder stones.
2)
Insoluble fiber
provides bulk to the food and facilitates its movement in the intestine. It
thus helps prevent constipation and reduces the possibility of toxins formation
due to reduction in intestinal transit time.
The reduction in quantity of fibrous foods
from the modern mans diet is the major cause of many ailments. Supplementing
its intake through Wheatgrass powder has shown good improvement in resolving
digestion system problems (Diabetes) in particular.
Fiber
is strained out, along with many more beneficial substances, while extracting
juice from fresh raw Wheatgrass. The abundance of natural fiber in Wheatgrass
powder has proven it to be more beneficial than fresh wheatgrass in combating
Diabetes.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
·
Add One tsp of Wheatgrass powder to a glass of
water and stir well to get a uniform dark green mixture.
·
For
best results, minimum one Tsp. (3 g) Wheatgrass Powder should be taken daily in
a glass of warm water on an empty stomach in early morning for at least one
month.
·
Start
the Wheatgrass powder in small quantity (half tsp.) and increase as per body
acceptance...
·
For
better absorption, do not have any food for half an hour before and after
taking Wheatgrass powder.
·
Do
not add sugar, milk or mix it with citric juices such as Mosambi, Lime,
Pineapple, etc. Sugar contains
chemicals. Milk is heavy for digestion. The pH balance of Wheatgrass powder is
alkaline and it is highly beneficial to maintain good health. The alkaline
level may turn acidic if citric juices are added to it.
Along with
Wheatgrass powder, following lifestyle habits are also necessary:
·
Follow
a healthy working, diet and sleep routine. Include lots of raw vegetables,
fruits and salads in your daily diet. Maintain pleasant atmosphere and state of
mind.
·
Drink
lots of clean water. Adults should drink about 2 to 3 liters (8 to 12 glasses)
of water daily. It is more beneficial to drink water at least half an hour
after (or before) having food. Also,
drinking water while having food should be avoided.
·
Increase
intake of fresh and pollution free air. Brisk walking for about half an hour in
the early morning helps ‘store’ more oxygen needed to remain fresh full day.
·
Practicing
Yoga, meditation and Pranayam for at
least 10 to 15 minutes daily is highly recommended as it also reduces
stress.