MSG Diabetes & Obesity

MSG Diabetes & Obesity
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Worldwide statistics indicate there are over 300 millions people with diabetes. By 2030 it is estimated there wil be 552 million people with diabetes. People with diabetes often have high blood pressure,overweight or obesity . Diabetes, a metabolic, disease occurs when the pancreas can no longer control sugar levels in the blood. The reasons are 1.the pancreas can not make enough insulin and 2.there is enough insulin but the receptors on cells no longer respond to insulin to move it into muscle cells and fat cells. The result is blood sugar levels are too high.
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a common food flavor enhancer that has been shown to contribute to diabetes and weight gain. The pancreas is over stimulated by MSG even when there is no blood sugar. After many years the pancreas fails and no longer can control blood sugar levels. The person has developed Type 2 diabetes. Weight gain happens when MSG over stimulate pancreas to produce insulin. The excess levels of insulin in the blood causes the glucose to be stored in adipose tissue/fat cells when the muscle cells are full of glucose. Gradually the person becomes obese as adipose tissue expands to store the glucose.
These two minerals help reverse diabetes and weight gain. Vanadium is a trace mineral that is found in many foods. Chromium picolinate an essential mineral that plays a role in how insulin helps the body regulate blood sugar levels.

Reversing Diabetes, Healing matters

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Organic Honey is a Meaningless Claim


"You may be paying more for honey labeled "certified organic" or feel
reassured by the "USDA Grade A" seal, but the truth is, there are few
federal standards for honey, no government certification and no
consequences for making false claims."





"Like other foods from free-roaming, wild creatures, it is difficult --
and in some places impossible -- to assure that honey bees have not
come in contact with prohibited substances, like pesticides," said
Chuck Benbrook, chief scientist for the Organic Center, a national
advocacy group for the research and promotion of organic food.
"What USDA has said is that you can certify any product as organic as
long as you comply with existing regulation, but there are no
regulations for honey," he said. "That means the green USDA organic
sticker on honey is meaningless."

http://www.seattlepi.com/local/394198_honey31.asp

Aloe Vera

Keywords: burn plant, lily of the desert, elephant's gall, laxative, aloin, aloe-emodin, barbaloin, abrasions

On this page:

* Introduction
* What Aloe Vera Is Used For
* How Aloe Vera Is Used
* What the Science Says
* Side Effects and Cautions
* Sources
* For More Information

Introduction

This fact sheet provides basic information about aloe vera—common names, uses, potential side effects, and resources for more information. Aloe vera's use can be traced back 6,000 years to early Egypt, where the plant was depicted on stone carvings. Known as the "plant of immortality," aloe was presented as a burial gift to deceased pharaohs.

Common Names—aloe vera, aloe, burn plant, lily of the desert, elephant's gall

Latin Names—Aloe vera, Aloe barbadensis


What Aloe Vera Is Used For

* Traditionally, aloe was used topically to heal wounds and for various skin conditions, and orally as a laxative.
* Today, in addition to traditional uses, people take aloe orally to treat a variety of conditions, including diabetes, asthma, epilepsy, and osteoarthritis. People use aloe topically for osteoarthritis, burns, and sunburns.
* Aloe vera gel can be found in hundreds of skin products, including lotions and sunblocks.
* The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved aloe vera as a natural food flavoring.


How Aloe Vera Is Used

* Aloe leaves contain a clear gel that is often used as a topical ointment.
* The green part of the leaf that surrounds the gel can be used to produce a juice or a dried substance (called latex) that is taken by mouth.


What the Science Says

* Aloe latex contains strong laxative compounds. Products made with various components of aloe (aloin, aloe-emodin, and barbaloin) were at one time regulated by the FDA as oral over-the-counter (OTC) laxatives. In 2002, the FDA required that all OTC aloe laxative products be removed from the U.S. market or reformulated because the companies that manufactured them did not provide the necessary safety data.
* Early studies show that topical aloe gel may help heal burns and abrasions. One study, however, showed that aloe gel inhibits healing of deep surgical wounds. Aloe gel does not prevent burns from radiation therapy.
* There is not enough scientific evidence to support aloe vera for any of its other uses.


Side Effects and Cautions

* Use of topical aloe vera is not associated with significant side effects.
* Abdominal cramps and diarrhea have been reported with oral use of aloe vera.
* Diarrhea, caused by the laxative effect of oral aloe vera, can decrease the absorption of many drugs.
* People with diabetes who use glucose-lowering medication should be cautious if also taking aloe by mouth because preliminary studies suggest aloe may lower blood glucose levels.
* Tell your health care providers about any complementary and alternative practices you use. Give them a full picture of what you do to manage your health. This will help ensure coordinated and safe care.


Sources

* Aloe. Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database Web site. June 5, 2007.
* Aloe (Aloe vera). Natural Standard Database Web site. Accessed on June 3, 2007.


For More Information

* Using Dietary Supplements Wisely

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Aloe Vera Listing: www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patient-aloe.html



This publication is not copyrighted and is in the public domain. Duplication is encouraged.
NCCAM has provided this material for your information. It is not intended to substitute for the medical expertise and advice of your primary health care provider. We encourage you to discuss any decisions about treatment or care with your health care provider. The mention of any product, service, or therapy is not an endorsement by NCCAM.

NCCAM Publication No. D333
Created December 2006
Updated April 2008

The herb St.John's wort is effective against depression because it is believed to increase serotonin.
One aspect of depression that is corrected in me, I suffer with depression, is turning off a negative decision making cycle. This cycle makes it difficult to make good decision about life. So, depression involves not only a depressed mood but also the ability to make appropriate decision.

The poor decision making ability leads to situations that are maladaptive and sometimes life threatening.
1.Difficulty discerning people who are destructive or recognizing the destructive element in ones own being.
2.Impulsive decisions that are fun in short run but later are revealed to be destructive.
3.Difficulty trusting so one choose people who are superficial but fun.
4.Timidity and withdrawal from social situations that require a give and take exchange. But justified by believing people are against one.
5.Perceiving challenging social situations as threatening.
6.Rejection of mental and physical health help.

Holy Basil (Tulsi) Herb Profile

Also known as- Ocimum sanctum, Tulasi (Sanskrit name)
Introduction

Holy Basil is commonly grown in Hindu homes and it is a sacred plant in the Hindu religion. Native to India , Tulsi has a long tradition of use in ayurvedic medicine. The Latin name Ocimum sanctum means “sacred fragrant lipped basil” or "the incomparable one" . Holy Basil has also been called the “Queen of Herbs” and “The Elixir of Life.” It is a very important herb in ayurvedic medicine, and has only recently been discovered and revered by western medicine.
Constituents

Eugenol app., B-caryophyllene, sesquiterpenes, monoterpenes viz, ß-pinene, ß-sitosterol, ß -elemene, bornyl acetate, methyleugenol, neral, camphene, a-pinene, ursolic acid, campesterol, cholesterol, stigmasterol, and methyl esters of common fatty acids.
Parts Used

The leaf.
Typical Preparations

Tulsi is traditionally taken as an herbal tea, dried powder, fresh leaf, or mixed with ghee.
Summary

Holy Basil, or Tulsi, is an important symbol in the Hindu religion and it is a significant herb in ayurvedic medicine. Holy Basil has been used for thousands of years as a prime herb in ayurvedic treatment, and is mentioned in the Charak Samhita (the central teaching of ayurvedic medicine) which was written at least two thousand years ago. In India, Hindus grow Tulsi as a religious plant in their homes and temples, and the leaves are an important part of their meditation and worship. Holy Basil is used in ayurvedic medicine for common colds, headaches, stomach disorders, inflammation, heart disease, various forms of poisoning, and malaria.
Holy Basil is considered an adaptogen, which means that it assists the body adapt to stress (environmental, physical, or chemical), restore balance in the body, and normalize body functions. It is currently being studied for its beneficial properties and has been found to be effective for cancer, diabetes, high cholesterol levels, stress, wound healing, the immune system, inflammations, liver support and protection, hypoglycemic conditions, ulcers, digestion, chronic fatigue syndrome, arthritis, radiation poisoning, cataracts, the memory, respiratory system, urinary problems, eczema, psoriasis and other skin conditions, and it is an antioxidant.
Precautions

Not recommended for use if pregnant, nursing, or are considering becoming pregnant (may have an anti-fertility effect). Do not administer to infants or toddlers. May lower blood sugar, consult a doctor if hypoglycemic (in separate studies, it has also been shown to be beneficial for those with hypoglycemia). Holy Basil has mild blood thinning properties.

FDA News Retrieved from the FDA website on June 19,2008 http://www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/NEWS/2008/NEW01852.html

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June 17, 2008


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FDA Warns Individuals and Firms to Stop Selling Fake Cancer 'Cures'
Fraudulent claims on Internet sites

Warning Letters have been sent to 23 U.S. companies and two foreign individuals marketing a wide range of products fraudulently claiming to prevent and cure cancer, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration today. The FDA also warns North American consumers against using or purchasing the products, which include tablets, teas, tonics, black salves, and creams, and are sold under various names on the Internet.

Those companies and individuals warned, the complete list of fake cancer 'cure' products and their manufacturers along with a consumer article on health scams can be found here, http://www.fda.gov/cder/news/fakecancercures.htm.

"Although promotions of bogus cancer 'cures' have always been a problem, the Internet has provided a mechanism for them to flourish," said Margaret O'K. Glavin, the FDA's associate commissioner for regulatory affairs. "These warning letters are an important step to ensure that consumers do not become the victim of false 'cures' that may cause greater harm to their health."

The FDA urges consumers to consult their health care provider about discontinuing use of these products and to seek appropriate medical attention if they have experienced any adverse effects.

The products contain ingredients such as bloodroot, shark cartilage, coral calcium, cesium, ellagic acid, Cat's Claw, an herbal tea called Essiac, and mushroom varieties such as Agaricus Blazeii, Shitake, Maitake, and Reishi.

Because these products claim to cure, treat, mitigate or prevent disease, and these products have not been shown to be safe and effective for their labeled conditions of use, they are unapproved new drugs marketed in violation of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

Examples of fraudulent claims for these products include:

* "Treats all forms of cancer"
* "Causes cancer cells to commit suicide!"
* "80% more effective than the world's number one cancer drug"
* "Skin cancers disappear"
* "Target cancer cells while leaving healthy cells alone"
* "Shrinks malignant tumors"
* "Avoid painful surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, or other conventional treatments"

The Warning Letters are part of the FDA's ongoing efforts, in collaboration with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Canadian government agencies, to prevent deceptive products from reaching consumers. The initiative originated from consumer complaints and a web search for fraudulent cancer products conducted by the FDA, FTC and members of the Mexico–United States–Canada Health Fraud Working Group. Earlier this year, FTC sent Warning Letters to 112 Web sites falsely promoting cancer "treatments" and referred several others to foreign authorities.

Parties that fail to properly resolve violations cited in Warning Letters are subject to enforcement action up to and including seizure of illegal products, injunction, and possible criminal prosecution.

Consumers and health care professionals should notify the FDA of any complaints or problems associated with these products. These reports may be made to MedWatch, the FDA's voluntary reporting program, by calling 800-FDA-1088, or electronically at www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm .

To read about efforts in Canada to educate consumers about health scams, go to http://www.competitionbureau.gc.ca/epic/site/cb-bc.nsf/en/02614e.html .

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