Help with Starch Induced Blood Sugar Spikes

Blood glucose spikes, especially after a high carbohydrate starchy meal. There is an enzyme making the news lately called Transglucosidase / Pronounced (trans-gluco-side-ace) and here is why you need to know about it. Laboratory studies have recently shown that when this enzyme comes in contact with starchy foods and natural enzymes in the digestive tract, there is a 31% reduction in rapidly digested starch, which is the kind that causes those blood sugar spikes after a big meal and it also causes an 11% increase in slowly digested starch, causing it to get converted to sugar more slowly if AT ALL.

 THIS IS EXCITING RESEARCH AND DESERVES A CLOSER LOOK. 

If you are a PRE-diabetic that is good news, as prescription treatments can potentially drop you glucose levels too low. Hey, it is also BIG news if you are a full blown type 2 diabetic. WHY?

 Latest guidelines from the "Institute of Medicine" indicates a healthy diet as one whose carbohydrate intake should be 65% of daily food intake. Here are some issues with such a high starch diet regimen: Starch is probably the BIGGEST source of sugar in your diet - even if you eat whole grain bread, brown rice and perhaps whole wheat pasta. Starchy foods are HIGH in glucose precursors - starch gets turned into SUGAR in the digestive process even if some is faster and some slower than others Impact of insulin EXCESS: Insulin is a hormone that is absolutely necessary for carbohydrate and fat metabolism, however when it is secreted in excess, it can become a death hormone. Chronically ELEVATED insulin levels put a body at risk of dying from diseases such as cancer, stokes, heart attacks and ultimately lead to a "Burnt-Out" pancreas incapable of any glucose control at all. EVEN non-diabetics with normal fasting blood sugar levels are at an increased risk IF their after meal glucose levels rise TOO HIGH, TOO FAST.

 The MOST DANGEROUS PERIOD is approximately the first two hours after a starchy meal when all starch gets turned into sugar and can cause spikes in your glucose level and INSULIN levels into the DANGER ZONE. By taking a supplement including TRANSGLUCOSIDASE before A STARCHY MEAL and adequate soluble and insoluble fiber you can go a long ways to counter acting this situation. The American Diabetes Association recommends 20 to 35 grams of fiber a day and most of us do not get ANYWHERE NEAR THAT LEVEL OF FIBER.

 Transglucosidase This is a powerful supplement combined with getting adequate fiber especially with starchy meals and should aid in reducing blood glucose spikes after a meal. ONE capsule contains 450,000 (IU) or international units of Transglucosidase)

Another source I found Enzymedica reduce IN addition to that supplement consider also taking: RhoVita , to lower cortisol, elevated cortisol levels can influence blood glucose levels


   contains alpha lipoic acid (also influences blood glucose, and pine bark (for inflammation),

  VitaBurn (Fat Burner) contains chromium, spirulina, chlorella, and garcinia cambogia and can be a great aid if weight loss is desired

  Privita - if your testosterone levels are low or you are estrogen dominant The statements and products shown on this website have not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Those seeking treatment for a specific disease should consult a qualified integrative physician prior to using our products if possible.

Supplements to lower leptin

A lot of studies have demonstrated that obesity increases colon cancer risk. A study published in the British Journal of Surgery provides some insight into why being overweight is a risk factor for colon cancer.

Have you ever heard of leptin? It's a hormone that plays a key role in decreasing appetite; this makes sense given the word is derived from leptos, the Greek word for thin. Since leptin concentrations are higher in people who are overweight, researchers decided to expose colon cancer cells to leptin in a laboratory setting to see what would happen.

Turns out, colon cancer cells love the stuff. They thrive on it. The researchers concluded that leptin's apparent ability to encourage colon cancer cells to reproduce may help explain why obesity is a risk factor for colon cancer. Research is also being done to link it to breast and prostate cancer also.

Natural supplements that help with appetite control by modulating leptin and adiponectin levels.
There are several supplements that have an influence on appetite including the following:

Hoodia reduces appetite in some people
Green Tea extract
Garcinia cambogia is an herb that has hydrocytric acid
Carraluma
5-HTP which converts into serotonin
Acetylcarnitine is the acetyl form of carnitine.


According to experts, the weight loss industry is a multi-million dollar business. Despite what companies would like you to believe, there are no shortcuts to weight loss. Exercise is still the best fat burner known to man, and a good diet can do miracles when it comes to weight loss. Over the last decade, however, scientists have discovered that some herbs can push the body to burn fat faster. None of these herbs alone will act as a fat burner, but adding them to the diet can help curb your appetite so you can adhere to a healthy eating program, or give you extra energy so you burn extra calories.

Garcinia Cambogia
Garcinia, also known as Garcinia Cambogia, contains a biologically active compound which is known to inhibit the synthesis of lipids and fatty acids and lower the formation of LDL and triglycerides. Research suggests that this natural extract may also inhibit the conversion of excess calories to body fat. Additionally, appetite is also suppressed by promoting synthesis of glycogen. Glycogen is the stored form of glucose, one of the body's primary sources of energy. Increased glycogen production and storage is the body's normal way of signaling the brain's satiety centre that enough food has been eaten. This has made Garcinia a very effective herbal medicine for controlling obesity and cholesterol. It is a well established fat burning agent all over the world and is currently becoming a rage in America, Japan, Europe and many other western nations. It is recommended as a dieting aid supported by exercise and a balanced nutritional diet.

Chromium
Chromium is part of the GTF (Glucose Tolerance Factor) molecule. GTF is an important cofactor for insulin in the regulation of blood sugar, which is necessary for proper metabolism.

Green Tea
Green tea's weight loss benefits include an increased metabolism, a positive effect on blood sugar and insulin regulation, and possibly the inhibiting of the enzyme amylase, which is required for the processing of carbohydrates. It also has been shown to lower LDL levels (that's the "bad" cholesterol) as well as triglyceride levels.

Hoodia
Hoodia gordonii cactus is the plant with the new wonder ingredient that curbs one's appetite and helps one to slim. Hoodia gordonii is actually a succulent plant from the Kalahari Desert. The San People have been using the Hoodia gordonii succulent for centuries to stave off hunger during their long and arduous hunting trips in the harsh South African wild. The discovery of the active ingredient in the Hoodia gordonii plant is proven with clinical research to suppress one's appetite by up to 2000 calories a day.

Cinnamon
Cinnamon can control the insulin and cholesterol of the body at healthy levels. These two are essential in gaining a fit and healthier body. It helps controls how the body metabolizes fats and carbohydrates. As such, it helps control the creation of fat and ultimately its deposit into the body. Furthermore, cinnamon decreases the Low Density Lipoprotein or the “bad cholesterol” while increasing the high density lipoproteins or “good cholesterol” in the body.

L-carnitine
The primary function of carnitine in the body, is to regulate fat oxidation (burning). L-Carnitine is responsible for transporting fat to the fat furnace in our cells called mitochondria. Unless fat makes it to the mitochondria, it cannot be oxidized, no matter how much you exercise or diet. L-Carnitine works best with a diet low in sugars and starches (carbohydrates). Studies show that for carnitine to work effectively, carbohydrate intake should be kept below 50% of total calories consumed daily.
Elevated insulin levels inhibit optimal carnitine activity (the burning of body fat and energy production).
Omega 3 fats (flaxseed and fish oils) improve carnitine activity and function in the body
Adequate protein at each meal is essential for carnitine activity and fat burning.


White willow bark
White willow bark, is a source of salicin and other salicylates compounds which are similar in structure to aspirin (acetyl salicylic acid). Native Americans are thought to have used ground willow bark and bark steeped for tea as a medicinal remedy for everything from pain relief to fevers. White willow is thought to extend or increase the activity of several thermogenic ingredients in elevating energy expenditure and promoting fat metabolism.

Pain reliever (headaches, arthritis, minor injuries)
Fever reducer
Anti-inflammatory
Enhances weight loss (only in combination with other ingredients)


Feedback from my patients include that it diminishes appetite and gives an energy boost.
A net deficit of 500 calories per day (either by burning or decreased consumption) could result in a pound of weight loss per week.
People can also benefit from adding fish oils and eating more fish in their diets. Omega-3 fats help improve insulin and leptin sensitivity.

Testing is available http://www.gdx.net/core/sample-reports/MetSyn-Guide-Sample-Report.pdf


The statements and products shown on this website have not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration.

These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Those seeking treatment for a specific disease should consult a qualified practitioner prior to using our products if possible.