[Thunder]

Hey guys

I was looking up information on diabetes and I came across this article about doctors lying to their patients about diabetes treatments. The article also goes on to talk about natural cures for diabetes. I didn’t know this but there’s a rule that doctors are not allowed to talk about natural cures or anything “termed” a miracle cure to there patients even if they believe it the best means of treatment. I was shocked when I saw the STATS on diabetes in America. It’s really horrific.

Here’s a little snippet from the article.
“The diabetes epidemic has snuck up on us and become the sixth-leading cause of U.S. deaths: Over 200,000 in 2002. And it's only getting worse.
If you are between 40 and 74 then there's a 30% chance you're already diabetic or pre-diabetic. If a 30% risk doesn't disturb you, check your pulse. If you eat like an average American, chances are 8% that you already have full-blown diabetes-and about 40% that you're pre-diabetic...and barreling full speed down the highway to sugar hell.”
Here’s a link to the article if you want to read the rest of it.
http://www.diabetesresourcecentre.com/What-Causes-Diabetes/Signs-Of-Pre-Diabetes.php
Has anyone had success with any natural remedies? Please have a read. I would really like to get any thoughts on this.

[stulchinsky]

Hello, this is a forum moderator responding. Although I do not have a direct answer to your question, I would like to refer you to the following physician-developed and -monitored content for additional information:
http://www.alternativemedicinechannel.com/diabetes/tcm.shtml

Thank you for participating in the forum!

[Thunder]

Hey stulchinsky, thanks for the link. That did clear it up. I'm new to the whole diabetes thing lol. I wish there was some miriacle that could help me out fast. Thank you again for the link.

[benny]

Please remember - there is a big difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes:

Type 1 diabetes, formerly called juvenile diabetes, is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system destroys insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. Type 1 diabetes occurs most often in children and young adults, but it can develop at any age. Because their bodies do not produce it, patients with this type must take insulin daily to regulate blood sugar levels.

Type 2 diabetes accounts for over 90% of cases. In most cases, patients with this type produce enough insulin but are unable to utilize it (called insulin resistance). Type 2 diabetes occurs most often in patients over the age of 40 who are overweight. Genetic (inherited) factors may increase the risk for this type

[sunshineacre]

Thanks for this info. It's really sad to know that there are practitioners who would lead their patients to more danger. There are of course other options when it comes to treatments but we have the right to choose and have a second opinion to know what truly is the best for our health.

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There are no laws or rules against physicians discussing any topic with a patient. Life style adjustments( diet and exercise) are the best defense against diabetes.