Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes is not a disease but is a clinical syndrome characterised by absolute or relative deficiency in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin. Insulin is a hormone, needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy for daily life.
Diabetes is classified into two types
1. Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus (IDDM): It is also called as type I diabetes.
2. Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus (NIDDM): It is also called as type II diabetes.
Type I Diabetes Mellitus results from the body's failure to produce insulin, the hormone that "unlocks" the cells of the body, allowing glucose to enter and fuel them. Type I Diabetes is usually diagnosed in children and young adults, and was previously known as juvenile diabetes. In type I diabetes, the body does not produce insulin.
Type II Diabetes Mellitus results from insulin resistance (a condition in which the body fails to properly use insulin), combined with relative insulin deficiency. Type II Diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. In Type II Diabetes, either the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin.
For all types of Diabetes, the metabolism of carbohydrates (including sugars such as glucose), proteins, and fats are altered
Cause of Diabetes
In Type I Diabetes the cells in the pancreas that make insulin are destroyed, causing a severe lack of insulin. This is the result of the body attacking and destroying its own cells in the pancreas - known as an autoimmune reaction.
It is not clear why this happens, but a number of explanations and possible triggers of this reaction are proposed.
These include :
- Infection with a specific virus or bacteria.
- Exposure to food-borne chemical toxins.
- Exposure to a very young infant to cow's milk, where an yet unidentified component of this triggers the autoimmune reaction in the body.
These are only hypotheses and are by no means proven causes.
Type II Diabetes is believed to develop when
- The receptors on cells in the body that normally respond to the action of insulin fail to be stimulated by it. This is known as insulin resistance. In response to this more insulin may be produced and this over-production exhausts the insulin-manufacturing cells in the pancreas.
- There is simply insufficient insulin available.
- The insulin that is available may be abnormal and therefore does not work properly.
The following risk factors increase the chances of someone developing Type II diabetes
- Increasing of age
- Obesity
- Physical inactivity
Rare causes of Diabetes include
- Certain medicines
- Pregnancy (gestational diabetes)
- Any illness or disorder that damages the pancreas and affects its ability to produce insulin e.g. Pancreatitis.
What does not cause Diabetes.
Eating sweets or wrong kind of food does not cause diabetes. It may cause obesity and this is associated with people developing Type II Diabetes.
Diabetes is not contagious. Someone with Diabetes cannot pass it on to anyone else.
Symptoms of Diabetes
- Increased thirst (Polydipsia)
- Increased urination(Polyuria)
- Increased appetite (Polyphagia)
- Weight loss despite increased appetite
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Fatigue(severe weakness)
- Absence of menstruation
- Blurred vision
- Frequent or slow-healing of infections
- Erectile dysfunction
- Itching of skin
Immediate complications are Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) and coma. It is an important and serious complication which occurs especially in IDDM.
Late complications are Myocardial infarction and stroke. They occur due to atherosclerotic changes in cerebral and coronary blood vessels.
Diabetic retinopathy which leads to irreversible blindness.
Diabetic cataract due to damage and changes in lens protein.
Diabetic retinopathy due to damage of kidney. It is characterized by proteinuria, hypertension and oedema.
Peripheral neuritis manifesting as loss of sensation and tingling.
Diabetic gangrene caused by atherosclerotic changes of blood vessels, which lead to decreased blood supply.
Skin lesions like boils, ulcers and carbuncles. Ulcers of foot are very common which should be taken care, otherwise it may progress to loss of limb.
Diabetic patients are susceptible to pulmonary tuberculosis.
General management and treatment of diabetes includes diet and weight control.
Meal planning includes choosing healthy foods, eating the right amount of food, and eating meals at the right time. You should work closely with your health care provider to learn how much fat, protein and carbohydrates you need in your diet. Your specific meal plans need to be tailored to your food habits and preferences.
Managing your weight and eating well-balanced diets are important. Some people with Type II Diabetes can stop medications after intentional weight loss, although the diabetes is still present.
Regular exercise is important for everyone, but especially if you have diabetes. Regular exercise helps to control the amount of glucose in the blood. It also helps to burn excess calories and fat so you can manage your weight.
Exercise improves overall health by improving blood flow and blood pressure. It decreases insulin resistance even without weight loss. Exercise also increases the body's energy level, lowers tension and improves your ability to handle stress.
The diabetic patient needs to be educated about change in life-style, diet, exercise and drugs. He should be taught how to monitor blood and urine glucose
When diet and exercise do not help to maintain normal or near-normal blood glucose levels, your doctor may prescribe medication.
a) Insulin
b) Oral antidiabetic drugs
Role of Noni in Diabetes
For thousands of years Morinda citrifolia, a fruit bearing plant commonly known as Noni, was used in an effort to battle a wide array of health challenges. In recent years, the health-enhancing properties of this plant are harnessed and made available for the benefit of people.
This fruit from paradise is described as one of the most important health discoveries of the twentieth century. Noni earned this praise through its powerful ability to help with a variety of health conditions and acted as a natural immune system booster.
Thousands of people worldwide attributed improvements in their health to the tremendous and often life-saving benefits found in Noni. Recent scientific research in both clinical and laboratory settings validate the efficacy of this ancient fruit. In addition, doctors and health care professionals around the world are praising Noni as their patients win battles against chronic conditions, many suffered for years.
The Role of Immune System in Diabetes
Research shows that if the immune system started to turn on itself - perhaps the result of an autoimmune disorder - it causes a complete obliteration of the pancreas' beta cells or at least a reduction in the number of functioning beta cells. This then affects the amount and purity and effectiveness of the body's insulin. If the immune system is able to ward off an attack, the integrity of body's insulin will be maintained.
More refined tests now make it possible to detect faulty immune antibodies in the blood well in advance of a person showing symptoms of diabetes. In some adults, these destructive antibodies may be present years before diabetic symptoms appear. This lag time is known as the “prediabetic stage.”
Noni Controls Diabetes
One such health challenge that many have found Noni to help with is diabetes. Doctors and researchers suggest that Noni has the ability to help strengthen the immune system which, in turn, can help the body maintain strong insulin levels. As a result, many Type I and II diabetics have finally found relief from this often deadly disorder by using Noni.
Many of the effects of diabetes can be controlled. While there is no cure for disorder, studies show that by keeping one's blood sugar as close to normal as possible significantly reduces diabetes' long-term complications.
What way Noni help in Diabetes ?
The miracle of Xeronine : Xeronine, the alkaloid of Noni in presence of insulin activate the peripheral cell membrane insulin receptors, and helps for normal intracellular absorption of glucose as well as corrects the intracellular post receptor defect of action of insulin for carbohydrate metabolism and thus prevents the insulin resistance condition in diabetes cases.
Noni the cell-rejuvenator : Noni fortifies and maintains the cell structure; this can be accomplished by Noni acting as an adaptogen that can aid “sick” cells in repairing themselves. Xeronine and other nutraceuticals present in Noni convert the abnormal inactive insulin molecule present in Type II diabetes mellitus to an active form by modifying its cell rigidity and functional level to maintain its normal function of carbohydrate metabolism in our body.
Noni works as a 'Healthy, Immune System Promoter : One of the Noni's effects is on the pancreas and immune system. Current studies revealed that Noni may help promote a healthy immune system or by either enhancing an already functioning system or by stimulating a sluggish one. Noni activating our body immune system may improve the non functioning beta cells of the pancreas to an active form to produce normal insulin from the beta cells and also maintain a normal insulin level in the blood to response of carbohydrate diet.
Low Glycemic Index : A 3:1 ratio of carbohydrates to fiber in Noni juice helps balance blood glucose level. Glycemic index refers to a method of classification by which a number is assigned to foods based on how they affect blood sugar levels. Foods that contain the same amount of total carbohydrate may have a different glycemic index. For example kidney beans increase blood sugar levels more significantly than Soya beans, because of its higher glycemic value. Noni has a very low glycemic index and hence it reduces the risk of chronic conditions of diabetics. Noni might have the role by modifying our body's immune system. Noni keeps sensitivity of beta cells of the pancreas intact to produce an adequate amount of insulin in response to elevated blood glucose level by keeping and maintaing balance of release of the neuro-endocrine signals of the brain.
Noni helps the diabetic complications like care of diabetic gangrene by its powerful healing effects and also helps diabetic poly neuropathy symptoms by providing number of essential micronutrients, vitamins, essential minerals and amino acids that it contains.
Noni may also help relieve diabetic complications through its ability to stimulate the body's production of nitric oxide. Nitric oxide and Scopoletin (ingredients in Noni) help to reduce the diabetic hypertension. Both may also be important factors in decreasing symptoms such as poor circulation and vision problems.
Hence Divine Noni is GOD'S Gift to the Human Society.
Recommended Dosage
Divine Noni Concentrate
5ml morning and 5ml evening for 3 days. Then
10ml morning and 10ml evening for next 3 days. Then
15ml morning and 15ml evening for next 8 months.
