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A new (but old) cause of Type 2 diabetes
Hi John
I don’t mean to sound cynical, but when I read about a study that was done
that shows something so
entirely obvious, and the headline is
trumpeted by the media like it’s a groundbreaking new discovery, I sit here and
think, “Really? It took them
that long to catch on?”
The latest example of this is what’s being touted as a “new” cause of Type 2
diabetes following a recent study.
Stress.
Let’s take a look at this latest study and why I’m not at all surprised or
fascinated about it, as well as talk about other effects of stress you might
NOT be aware of (and how to combat them).
Get ready for the latest
news…or not
A recent study conducted in Germany has concluded that stress—specifically
working in a stressful job—can raise your risk of Type 2 diabetes.
Apparently people who reported high levels of job stress (such as
conflicting demands, too much to do and not enough time, aggressive deadlines,
etc.) were 45 percent more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes than those who
worked in less stressful environments.
The article then went on to give some suggestions to lower job stress, such
as acting on emails right away and keeping your inbox empty.
Although the stress-Type 2 diabetes link his may be “new news” to some
people, it’s
old news to me and countless other holistic practitioners.
Plus I’m sorry, but an empty inbox is just a drop in the bucket when it
comes to counteracting stress….it’s going to take a lot more than that to
completely de-stress and fight all its harmful effects.
Now let’s talk about exactly what’s going on when you’re under ANY kind of
stress, and why it’s no news that stress can cause Type 2 diabetes.
Your body under S-T-R-E-S-S
Your body reacts to stress (whether real or perceived, mental or physical)
by engaging the action of your
adrenal glands.
Here’s what happens:
When your brain senses a stressful situation, it sends a signal through the
sympathetic nervous system down to your adrenal glands (which sit just above
your kidneys), telling them to release the hormone
adrenaline.
The adrenaline kicks into gear and prepares you for a possible “
fight or
flight” response by raising your blood pressure, heart rate and blood flow
to your muscles, and putting
glucose (sugar) into your
bloodstream to burn for energy.
Then the adrenals release the hormone
cortisol. Cortisol is
adrenaline’s partner and, like a traffic cop, it helps direct energy to your
brain and muscles as needed to respond to the stress.
This is a reflection of our ancient biological programming—way back when,
our caveman ancestors had a variety of
physical stressors to deal with,
like enemies, fierce animals or dangerous weather conditions, and many times
they had to react FAST…or possibly lose their life.
Our lives are very different now—our stresses are more
mental in
nature, like working long hours, being in unsatisfying jobs, financial
problems, school workloads, tight deadlines, relationship problems, demanding
schedules, family problems, etc.
But
your body don’t know the difference between physical and
mental stress, so it reacts
the same way regardless of what kind of
stress you have.
Note that it also doesn’t matter whether your stress is
positive
(such as working hard on an exciting project or striving for a promotion) or
negative
(going through a divorce or a loved one’s serious illness).
And when your stress is
chronic and ongoing and you’re spending days,
weeks and months with tension and anxiety, your body is getting a consistent
barrage of adrenaline and cortisol, with lots of glucose repeatedly pouring
into your bloodstream as a result.
The health prices of that can run the gamut, my friend and include:
- Low thyroid function (because high levels of
adrenal hormones trigger thyroid hormones and eventually your thyroid can
become exhausted)
- Lowered immune function
- Repeated infections
- Chronic fatigue
- Depression
- High blood pressure
- Triggering or worsening irritable bowel
syndrome (IBS) or Crohn’s disease
- Obesity (due to overeating caused by
repeated cortisol secretion)
And…
- Elevated blood sugar and eventually Type
2 diabetes (due to the glucose floods in your veins)
That’s why the German study was no surprise to me!
The thing that
did surprise me was that they only mentioned
job
stress as an issue, because the same process happens and the same health
risks apply with ANY kind of stress.
Minimize your risk of ALL
stress-related health problems
As you can see up above, stress can take its toll on your body (and mind) in
countless ways…so clearly it’s not only a good idea but
vital that you
do whatever you can to manage stress in your life and help counteract is health
effects.
Here are some surefire strategies you can try:
1-
Stress reduction and removal
This is far and away
NUMBER 1.
The easiest way to fight back at stress is to diffuse it or remove it!
There are many ways to help diffuse stress: Meditation, yoga, journal
writing, massage, visualization, counseling, deep breathing, prayer and
seminars, to name a few.
Also taking up a hobby or adopting a pet have both been shown to reduce
stress in various studies. (I have to agree—when I have a rough day
somehow I always feel better after one of my cats curls up in my lap.)
And let’s not forget about one of the most effective stress reducers…
REGULAR EXERCISE!
Not only will exercise help diffuse stress, but it will also help burn away
any pounds you might have put on due to stress eating, it can help brighten
your mood (if depression is affecting you) and it can help lower your blood
pressure too!
So get off the couch, get your doctor’s OK and get moving.
You also might have to
remove sources of stress in your life.
One way is to set
boundaries. Don't add to your stressors by
saying yes to every single committee, party, event or other commitment that
comes your way. Learn to say no when your plate is already full.
Job stress may be unavoidable, and if it's temporary, that's one
thing. However, if you're in a job that's consistently loaded with stress
and you find yourself dreading work every day or losing sleep over it, it’s
time to find another job.
And if you’re in a personal relationship that is not fulfilling, positive
and beneficial to you (or worse yet, is making you miserable or is downright
harmful),
it’s time to get out. Seek support, protection and counseling services as
you need them, like Vera House.
2-
Have a healthy diet that encourages good digestion
Efficient digestion is crucial for proper nutrient absorption and can help
eradicate the stress-induced symptoms of gastritis and other GI problems.
And eating a wide variety of good-for-you foods helps nourish your body,
fight fatigue and encourages all of your organs and glands (including your
adrenals) to stay strong and efficient.
Trouble is, most of us eat lots of processed or fast foods that are
anything
but good for you. Plus our typical modern meals can be next to
impossible for your system to properly break down.
But I can guide you and help you turn that all around FAST--and you'll love
every bite.
In the
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I explain ALL the health dangers of the typical modern diet, show you how to
structure delicious meals that your body can digest much easier and help
nourish you from head to toe, and even give you a book of scrumptious recipes
to try.
Believe me, you'll see there's nothing bland or boring about eating for
great health once you taste these recipes!
3- Balance your gut flora
Stress can cause your gut to become
hypersensitive, which can
contribute to the development of food allergies and intolerances.
Plus it also causes the protective mucosal lining in your intestines to
become less effective at defending your body against unfriendly bacteria and
dangerous pathogens.
That means that you are more susceptible to catching viruses and infections
when under chronic stress--your body literally cannot fight them off as well.
Although a healthy diet can help encourage a good gut flora balance, since
so many other factors (like environmental toxins, medications, lack of sleep
and STRESS) can affect your gut microbes, many times diet is not enough.
That's why supplementation with a good multi-strain formula can help SO many
people.
Fighting the effects of stress on your gut is yet another great reason to
take
Super
Shield probiotic formula every day.
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One of
Super
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lactis, has been shown to have high adhesion to human mucus. That means
it will stick to your intestinal wall and keep it strong and protective.
In addition, Super Shield also contains Lactobacillus rhamnosus. This
strain has been shown to stimulate antibody production and enhance
phagocytosis, one of your body's weapons for destroying invaders.
It also helps strengthen the gut-barrier function, and can even have
beneficial impact on autoimmune diseases including rheumatoid arthritis and
allergies!
Yes, the harmful physical and mental effects of stress continue to grow, and
judging by our stressed-out lives, those harmful effects aren’t going to be
disappearing on their own anytime soon.
But when you do what you can to diffuse and remove stress from your life, as
well as help counteract its effects, you are taking huge strides toward a
healthier and quite possibly
LONGER life!
Start now.
To your health,
Sherry Brescia
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PPPS: Always be
sure to let your doctor or healthcare provider know what supplements you are
taking.
PPPPS: Janet’s blood
pressure is stabilized and her reflux is gone!
Dear Sherry,
I learned about your program from my brother who
searched the web due to frustration with heart burn and reflux. I became
interested because I was suffering with heartburn, acid reflux and IBS.
Last month I was going to bed every night with
severe reflux. I was sleeping my usual 4 to 5 hours a night getting up 1 to 3
times a night. I was experiencing high blood pressure for which my medication
was failing to control. I was so sluggish all day long, having to take a nap
after lunch.
I began your program and I had slight reflux the
first night and NONE AT ALL since then. I am 54 and have a lot more energy now.
Best of all, I am sleeping 8 hours a night and through the night. This hasn't
happened since I was in high school.
My blood pressure is stabilized and I no longer
require a nap. All of my symptoms have vanished. Growing up in Southwest
Louisiana I delayed starting your program because I didn't want to give up all
of our great Cajun dishes. I still enjoy this wonderful food by combining it
differently. It's easy not to cheat, because I just feel too doggone good.
Forever Grateful,
Janet
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