What is diabetes and why is it one of the top three most common health disorders in our society today?
Diabetes is a serious hormonal and metabolic disorder where the body is unable to deal with carbohydrates and sugars. The current thought is that it is an autoimmune disease that is inherited, and that it is then triggered by external factors like diet and toxic exposure.
Diabetes is characterised by high blood sugar, and it is a disease that can cause many complications and some of these can have acute symptoms. It was reported in 2006 that 171 million people worldwide suffer from diabetes, and this number seems to be increasing annually at alarming rates.
The major contributor to the disease is a poor diet - a diet low in fibre and complex carbohydrates, and high in processed foods like fats, sugars, and meats (particularly processed meats).
What is common to these processed foods is a contaminant called toxic nitrates, and studies have shown that high consumption of this toxic substance can lead to both cancer and diabetes.
Nitrosamines are found most readily in processed red meats as they are used for preserving and processing the meat. These nitrosamines are toxic to the cells in the pancreas that are responsible for insulin production and secretion.
Both forms of Diabetes contribute to other diseases in the body. These include cardiovascular disease, circulatory problems, kidney failure, eye problems, ulcers, amputation, stroke, psoriasis, dementia and Alzheimer’s.
While the pharmaceutical companies’ profits are soaring, our health is becoming deeply affected by the toxic burden our bodies are being subjected to on all fronts. Many of the diseases and illnesses that arise from the toxic burden are not recognised by mainstream doctors as being caused by toxins and pesticides. This is why it is extremely important at this time to educate yourself about your health, and take responsibility for your well-being.
If you would like to download a free report about toxins and how they affect your health, go to http://www.toxinfreetoday.com
Written by Caroline Nettle.
Caroline Nettle is passionate about helping others to improve their health. Toxin Free Today is an online resource for information and products to help you to enjoy life after toxins. Sign up for the newsletter and receive the latest information about how to detoxify your life.
Submit Your Own Article