Aug 16, 2017 | Everyday Wellness, Recipes for Relief
Antibiotics are over-prescribed, and rarely do doctors tell patients to counteract them with probiotics. Think of what those two terms mean: antibiotic = against life; probiotic = for life. Antibiotics have their place, and they have surely saved many lives, but we must replace the “good bacteria” so we can be protected. Derrick DeSilva Jr., M.D., of the Tertiary Facility, JFK Medical Center (NJ), recommends that we take probiotics twice a day. He developed the formulation for the BioTE probiotic supplements we carry at Diabetes Relief, which are in an acid-stable capsule that will not break up in the stomach, and—even better—the capsule will not open until it reaches the intestine. Probiotics strengthen our immune system, aid in digestion and elimination, and make B vitamins in our gut. Babies get their “good bacteria” from the birth canal, which is where colonization starts. Babies who are born through C-section will have colds, flu, etc., far…
Aug 16, 2017 | Everyday Wellness, Recipes for Relief
Who’s not on a diet these days? We’re all trying to lose weight, aren’t we? Here are some diet killers we should avoid. (Always read the labels.) • “No sugar added” jams, pies, and juices. They are already drowning in sugar. • Any food containing any type of sugar (cane sugar, natural sugar, date sugar, organic sugar, or various syrups). Consume in moderation! • Flavored waters or sport drinks are full of sugar and sweeteners that are bad for weight loss. Drink water! • Canned vegetable and fruit juices have lots of sugar. • Skim-milk and soy-milk lattes or frappuccinos have more sugar than the whole-milk versions. Opt for almond milk if you’re staying dairy-free. • Cereals, breads, and crackers might contain sugar. • Foods labeled low-fat, fat-free, no sugar, or no cholesterol are code words for “high sugar” or sweet taste. • Diet sodas have been proven to raise insulin…
Sep 6, 2017 | Everyday Wellness
At Diabetes Relief, we urge our patients to get regular dental checkups, and Diabetes Relief co-owner Hunter Carr shares his personal experience: “With all the demands on our time with the business,” he says, “I had postponed my scheduled treatments at Diabetes Relief, and the time between my treatments stretched out more than they should have—five weeks! I found out how wrong that is for any diabetic who has found our miraculous results.” His blood sugars got “out of whack,” he added, so he resumed his regular treatment schedule. On the way to “getting back,” he went to his dentist because he had lost a crown. As the dentist got in to repair the problem, he found some other things wrong with that tooth. After he made the repairs, Hunter’s blood sugar was noticeably better, and with resuming his regular treatment schedule, he was “walking on clouds again!” The bottom…
Sep 13, 2017 | Inspiration for Life
“Grandpa” told me fascinating stories about growing up, when he walked six miles to school every day. At 15, he learned how to buy flower seeds through the Sears and Roebuck Hunter Carr’s Inspirational catalog, so this young entrepreneur decided to sell them to the farmers’ wives along his daily school trail. He was a success, because every farmer’s wife he talked to wanted to buy his flower seeds! When high school graduation time came, he told his first customer that he was graduating and would be stopping his “flower seeds” route. The lady said, “Let me pray for you and your success.” When Grandpa walked off that porch, he thought, “That felt so good! I am going to all my flower seed customers and asking them to pray for my success in life.” That day, he had all 24 customers praying for him. Whenever I heard him tell that…
Sep 20, 2017 | Everyday Wellness
Diabetics NEED exercise! We can improve our overall health, and especially our diabetes, with exercise. Can you get to a swimming pool? If not, can you get to a YMCA center? If so, Medicare will pay for your membership, and you can find a pool activities there. Here’s what a recent study found about aquatic exercise, as reported in Acta Diabetologica on July 10, 2017: Only about 30 percent of type 2 diabetics adhere to a traditional exercise program of walking, running, or resistance training. “Our research group has conducted several exercise studies in people who have type 2 diabetes. We noticed that some people could not participate in our land-based (e.g., walking) studies due to barriers such as joint pain,” said lead author Normand Boule, a physical education and recreation researcher at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada. They then planned to do a study on alternate forms…
Sep 27, 2017 | Newsletters Archive
Brian Loveridge, M.D., is our regional medical director for Utah. He is a board-certified emergency physician with 15+ years’ experience taking care of critical patients in an ER setting. In addition, he is a veteran of the United States Air Force, serving in a level-one field hospital in Iraq. During 2005, his unit cared for more than 1,800 level-one casualties sustained by allied forces, civilians, and enemy combatants. He and his wife, Jamie, will soon celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary, and they have four amazing kids. Dr. Loveridge has run a marathon, competed in several triathalons, and continues to enjoy exercise of all types in the rugged Wasatch Mountains of Utah. An avid proponent of fitness and nutrition, he wants to help diabetic patients lead the fullest life possible with the innovative approach of Diabetes Relief. He believes that everyone should have the opportunity to live life to its fullest…
Oct 2, 2017 | Everyday Wellness
Neuropathy disrupts the body’s ability to communicate with its muscles, organs, and tissues. Symptoms can include numbness, tingling, weakness, and pain often beginning in the hands and feet. With early diagnosis, it can often be controlled and quality of life restored. If ignored, symptoms can intensify to loss of sensation, weakness, unremitting pain, and/or disability. Of more than 100 known types of neuropathy, diabetic neuropathy represents over a third of all neuropathies, making diabetes the leading cause. The millions of Americans with peripheral neuropathy include: 15—18 million with diabetic peripheral neuropathy; 79 million with pre-diabetes who are at risk for developing DPN (source: CDC); 230,000—575,000 with HIV-neuropathy, or 20—50% of HIV patients (source: CDC); 420,000 with chemotherapy-induced neuropathy, or 30% of cancer survivors (source: American Cancer Society); 125,000 with Charcot-Marie Tooth hereditary neuropathy (source: CDC). “Living with neuropathy can cause tremendous frustration for patients. Many feel isolated because relatives, loved…
Oct 9, 2017 | Everyday Wellness
Many of us pray that God will help us to lose some of our extra weight, and prayer is always good. Our Metab360 supplements are helping some of us to lose those extra pounds, too. In reflecting on why I haven’t lost the weight I intended this year, I came across a funny article on the Internet, and I’d like to share part of it and hope it brings you a smile or two: “My goal for 2017 was to lose just 10 pounds. Only 15 to go.” “I ate salad for dinner, but it was mostly croutons and tomatoes. Well, actually, it was just one big, round crouton covered with tomato sauce and cheese. Okay, it was a pizza.” “I heard about tofu and figured out how to prepare it: 1. Throw it in the trash. 2. Grill some meat.” “I don’t mean to brag, but… I finished a…
Oct 16, 2017 | Everyday Wellness
Green Bananas Fight Diarrhea Green banana contains starches resistant to digestion and have been studied in combination with pectin to significantly reduce intestinal permeability and fluid loss during bouts of diarrhea. Even without pectin, green banana has been found to hasten recovery of acute and prolonged childhood diarrhea. Banana Can Help Prevent Ulcers Banana powder has been studied to prevent ulcer formation induced by a variety of drugs, including aspirin, indomethacin, phenylbutazone, prednisolone, cysteamine, and histamine. Banana Peel Suppresses Prostate Gland Growth Banana peel has been found to suppress testosterone-induced prostate gland enlargement. Banana Stem Extract Suppresses Oxalate Kidney Stones Banana stem extract has been found to suppress the formation of oxalate-associated kidney stones in the animal model, leading researchers to conclude that it “may be a useful agent in the treatment of patients with hyperoxaluric urolithiasis.” Banana Consumption Protects the Skin Against UV-Light Damage UV-B light induced skin damage…
Oct 23, 2017 | Recipes for Relief
This recipe is a perfect, healthy appetizer to enjoy at upcoming holiday gatherings. Yield: 16 appetizer servings Serving size: 3 meatballs, 1T sauce 1 lb. Freshly ground turkey 1/2 c. Salsa (divided) 1/4 c. fine, dry breadcrumbs 1/4 c. (1 oz.) Shredded, reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese 2T finely chopped green onions 2 cloves garlic, minced Cooking spray 3/4 c. fat-free sour cream COMBINE: turkey, 1/4 c. salsa, breadcrumbs, cheese, green onions, and garlic in large bowl and mix well. Shape turkey mixture into 48 (3/4 inch) balls. Place meatballs on rack of a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400 F. For 20-25 min. or until done. Drain on paper towels. Combine sour cream and remaining salsa; stir well. Serve meatballs warm with sour cream sauce mixture. Enjoy! Per serving: Calories 57, Protein 7.8g; Carbs 2.7g Click here to view and print this newsletter.
Nov 1, 2017 | Entrepreneurial Life Hacks
We at Diabetes Relief know that our patients and their friends and families have varied interests and involvements. We are blessed with the leadership of our company founders, Hunter Carr and Scott Hepford, who have decades of entrepreneurship and experiences to share. Hunter is passionate about sharing spiritual matters and his Bible Study teachings with us. Scott has been sharing his vast expertise about Technology with us in past issues of our newsletter. With our December newsletter, we will be starting a new column, “Entrepreneurial Life Hacks,” where Scott will share things he has learned in many business ventures all over the world. We believe that our readers will find something of value in each issue of Scott’s new column. You may be the head of a big business, a wannabe about to start a venture, candidate preparing for an interview, or even a stay-at-home mom who is involved in…
Nov 8, 2017 | Everyday Wellness
There have been multiple studies that have found that curcumin and other foods can reverse insulin resistance. A 2009 study found that curcumin, an active compound found in turmeric, is 400 times more effective than Metformin in activating glucose uptake. (PMID 19665995.) Another study of pre-diabetic adults found curcumin 100% effective at preventing type 2 diabetes. (Diabetes Care, Vol. 35 November 2012). Turmeric is sold in capsule form and is a cooking spice. We at Diabetes Relief are in the process of developing a curcumin supplement for our patients and will keep you advised. Ginger, another spice from a root similar to turmeric, was found to reduce fasting blood sugar by 10.5% (PMID 24559810). Many other studies tour ginger as effective for diabetes. A 2013 report from Finland shows that the body needs less insulin for sugar balance after a meal if berries are also eaten. By Carol Ann Wilson…
