Blood glucose regulation is one of the most important factors of our health, if we can learn to control our glucose we can add years of health to our lives and support overall healing in our bodies. High blood glucose is a world health crisis! Never before in history has blood glucose been such a crisis.
With the processed food industry as a primary source of fuel for our bodies, due to its convenience in busy work lives, our health is paying the price!
Insulin Resistance, Diabetes, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Cardiovascular disease, Dyslipidemia - High LDL & Low HDL, Hyperglycemia, Hypoglycemia, Reactive Hypoglycemia, Hypochlorhydria, Gastritis, Leaky Gut, Dysbiosis & Nutrient Deficiencies. Every form of "itis" eg. Arthritis, Bronchitis, Tendonitis, Dermatitis, Gastritis etc.
Itis - literally means Inflamed, and inflammation is something that can easily be controlled through diet and lifestyle changes. Glucose is a main contributing factor to inflammation because it stimulates the production of free fatty acids in the liver, which when it gets digested the resulting compounds can trigger an inflammatory response. Different sugars contribute to more or less inflammation.
Here are a list of Nutrients which you can consume to help you regulate your blood glucose. Try to incorporate these foods on a daily basis in every meal to support your body regulate its glucose.
A (Retinol & Carotenoids)
Vitamin A plays a key role in the production and activity of adrenal hormones. Note that there are two primary forms: retinol (found in animal foods) and carotenoids (the precursor form found in plant foods)
Almonds, Asparagus, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Butter, Butternut Squash, Carrots, Chili Peppers, Cod Liver Oil, Dandelion Root, Eggs, Full Fat Dairy, Kale, Liver, Parsley, Pecans, Salmon, Seaweed, Spinach, Sweet Potato & Tomatoes.
APDS
APDS (allyl propyl disulfide) has been shown to lower blood sugar by competing with insulin for breakdown sites in the liver.
Garlic & Onions are great sources of APDS
Arginine
Arginine plays an important role in the promoting of the secretion of insulin.
Almonds, Beans, Full Fat Dairy, Poultry & Pumpkin Seeds are good sources of Arginine.
B1 (Thiamin)
Vitamin B1 is used to create the enzyme TPP (thiamine pyrophosphate), which is necessary for carbohydrate metabolism, energy production, and nerve function.
Asparagus, Banana, Beans, Brewers Yeast, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Carrots, Cauliflower, Dandelion Root, Eggs, Flaxseeds, Full Fat Dairy, Garlic, Hazelnuts, Kale, Lentils, Liver, Macadamia Nuts, Onions, Peas, Pecans, Pistachios, Pumpkin Seeds, Salmon, Seaweed, Sesame Seeds, Sunflower Seeds, Sweet Potato are good sources of Vit.B1
B2 (Riboflavin)
Vitamin B2 is needed to secrete insulin from the pancreas. It also helps improve metabolic ac6vity, boosts the immune system, and supports the nervous system.
Asparagus, Brewers Yeast, Butternut Squash, Carrots, Cauliflower, Chili Pepper, Eggs, Full Fat Dairy, Kale, Lamb, Liver, Mushrooms, Peas, Salmon & Spinach are good sources of Vit.B2
B3 (Niacin)
Vitamin B3 is a component of the coenzymes NADP (nico6namide adenine dinucleo6de phosphate) and NAD (nico6namide adenine dinucleo6de), which play a role in carbohydrate metabolism, energy production, and the manufacture of adrenal hormones. It’s also been shown to naturally improve cardiovascular health markers such as blood pressure.
Asparagus, Avocado, Beef, Brewers Yeast, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Butternut Squash, Carrots, Cauliflower, Chili Peppers, Kale, Lamb, Liver, Macadamia Nuts, Mushrooms, Onions, Peas, Potatoes, Poultry, Salmon, Seaweed, Sunflower Seeds, Sweet Potato are good sources of Vit.B3
B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin B5 is an important component of coenzyme A, involved in the manufacture of adrenal hormones and the u6liza6on of fats and carbohydrates as fuel.
Asparagus, Avocado, Beef, Broccoli, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Butternut Squash, Carrots, Cauliflower, Eggs, Full Fat Dairy, Lentils, Liver, Mushrooms, Onions, Potatoes, Poultry, Salmon, Seaweed, Sunflower Seeds, Sweet Potato & Tomatoes are good sources of Vit.B5
B6 (Pyridoxine)
Vitamin B6 helps maintain hormonal balance and is used in the creation of proteins and transmitters.
Asparagus, Avocado, Bananas, Beans, Beef, Broccoli, Brewers Yeast, Brussel Sprouts, Butternut Squash, Carrots, Cauliflower, Chili Peppers, Dandelion Root, Garlic, Kale, Lentils, Peas, Pecans, Pistachios, Potatoes, Poultry, Pumpkin Seeds, Salmon, Seaweed, Sesame Seeds, Sunflower Seeds, Sweet Potato & Tomatoes are good sources of Vit.B6
B₇ (Biotin)
Vitamin B7 enhances glucose u6liza6on and can help reduce hypoglycemia symptoms and sugar cravings. It is primarily synthesized by friendly gut bacteria, but can also be found in some foods
Avocado, Brewers Yeast, Cauliflower, Eggs, Full Fat Dairy, Liver, Onions, Salmon are good sources of Vit.B7
Chromium
The body uses chromium to create Glucose Tolerance Factor (GTF), which enhances insulin activity. Low chromium levels may lead to insulin resistance.
Broccoli, Onions, Oysters & Potatoes are good sources of Chromium.
Manganese
Manganese functions in enzymes that regulate blood sugar
Almonds, Asparagus, Bananas, Beans, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Buckwheat, Butternut Squash, Carrots, Cauliflower, Cinnamon, Flaxseeds, Garlic, Hazelnut, Kale, Lentils, Macadamia Nuts, Pecans, Pistachios, Potatoes, Seaweed, Sesame Seeds, Spinach, Sunflower Seeds, Sweet Potato & Tomatoes are good sources of Manganese.
MHCP
MHCP (methylhydroxychalcone polymer) is a water-soluble compound found in cinnamon that helps improve insulin sensitivity. Like insulin, it increases the uptake of glucose by cells and stimulates glycogenesis.
Cinnamon.
Potassium
Potassium is essential for the conversion of blood sugar into glycogen.
Asparagus, Avocado, Bananas, Beans, Brewers Yeast, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Butternut Squash, Kale, Pecans, Potatoes, Pumpkin Seeds, Spinach, Sweet Potato & Tomatoes are good sources of Potassium.
Vanadium
Deficiency in vanadium may contribute to faulty blood sugar control, contribu6ng to hypoglycemia or diabetes.
Buckwheat, Olive Oil & Parsley are good sources of Vanadium.
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