Diabetes is an elevation of blood sugar. Blood sugar is normally kept in control by the hormone insulin, which attaches to sugar and carries it out of the blood. When the pancreas fails to produce insulin, or the insulin is unable to leave the blood itself, the blood sugar rises.

There are various forms of diabetes. Juvenile diabetes is an autoimmune disorder. Non-specific antibodies attack the insulin producing islet cells causing pancreatic failure. This form of diabetes is believed to be triggered by a virus, which scientists have identified. Adult onset diabetes often occurs from low chromium levels in the body. This causes insulin receptors to close up, preventing the insulin from leaving the blood. Alloxan induced diabetes is created when alloxan, oxidized uric acid, attacks islet cells leading to pancreatic failure. Gestational diabetes is a hormone imbalance that may develop during pregnancy. It normally disappears after birth of the baby. As with most cases of adult onset diabetes, there is no pancreatic failure in this type of diabetes. Chemical induced diabetes occurs when chemicals damage or destroy islet cells on the pancreas. As an example, anesthesia will sometimes induce diabetes during surgery.

Side effects of diabetes occur both from elevation of blood sugar, and by elevated insulin levels. Elevated sugar levels can erode the insulating material around nerves, called myelin. This leads to nerve damage, a condition known as diabetic neuropathy. Diabetic cataracts, and chronic yeast infections may also form from elevated sugar levels.

The sugars, if not removed from the blood, can form into triglycerides, contributing to heart disease. Elevated insulin levels can occur from injections or through insulin resistance. Insulin resistance occurs when insulin cannot leave the blood, because insulin receptors on cells are "closed". Blood sugar levels remain high due to this, which the brain detects. The brain then directs the pancreas to produce more insulin, not realizing the true problem. The insulin has a powerful constricting effect on the blood vessels, which can damage or destroy the blood vessels, and restrict circulation. Destruction of the blood vessels, in the eye can lead to diabetic retinopathy(blindness). If the blood vessels in the kidneys are affected, then kidney failure may result. Gangrene results from insulin damage to the blood vessels in the hands and feet. Constriction of blood vessels by insulin may also contribute to the formation of heart attacks and strokes.

Ingredients:

Nettle leaf- Lowers blood sugar, increases insulin sensitivity due to chromium content. Removes uric acid to prevent alloxan formation. Provides nutritional support and strengthens blood vessels to prevent insulin damage.

Bilberry- Has a strong effect on lowering blood sugar.

Fenugreek seed- Lowers blood sugar.

Oatgrass- Lowers blood sugar from fiber content. Strengthens blood vessels, due to silica content, preventing insulin damage.

Gymneme sylvestre- Blocks sugar absorption. Increases islet cells on pancreas. Improves insulin sensitivity.

Juniper berry- Contains a compound that is similar in structure and function to insulin. Improves pancreas function. Strengthens nerves, blood vessels, and adrenal glands. Removes uric acid in alloxan induced diabetes.

Butcher's broom- Increases circulation, particularly to the legs and feet. Silica content strengthens blood vessels.

Inulin (FOS)- Natural fiber source derived from chickory root. Inulin helps prevent rises in blood sugar.

Amla- Strongest source of vitamin C in the herbal kingdom. This protects the blood vessels from insulin damage. Antiviral due topolyphenols, through raising interferon levels, and by raising superoxide dismutase (S.O.D.) levels; S.O.D. produces hydrogen peroxide which kills microbes and stimulates white blood cell activity. Improves protein metabolism to control blood sugar. Increases lean body mass to improve insulin sensitivity.

Kelp- Provides vitamins, minerals, and all trace minerals.

Stevia- Regulates blood sugar through high chromium content. Increases number of islet cells on the pancreas and insulin sensitivity.

Magnesium Malate- Prevents constriction of blood vessels by insulin. Aids in the formation of insulin.

Yucca root- Enhances the absorption of nutrients.

Glucose tolerance factor (GTF) chromium- Regulates blood sugar through increased insulin sensitivity and by increasing the number of islet cells on the pancreas.

Vanadyl sulfate- Functions like insulin, but can carry sugar out of the blood through closed insulin receptor sites, when insulin cannot. Helps to open insulin receptors in insulin-resistant diabetes.

Recommend 1/3 to 1/2 teaspoon 3 times daily, 20 minutes before meals, mixed in water and monitoring blood sugar levels.

Note: The herbal claims being made are based on historical uses and scientific research from outside the U.S.A. They have not been reviewed or approved by the FDA. The information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a guide for the diagnosis or treatment of any disease.