There are basically three types of diabetes, the first type is called Type 1 and it is the worst of any diabetes stages that you could have. It also goes by the name Insulin dependant diabetes and autoimmune diabetes. A person who had this type of diabetes is immune responsive to their own cells of the pancreas, which means that the pancreas is unable to produce insulin causing high blood sugar levels to arise. Type 1 is known for being the diabetes that affects children; however it can affect anyone at any age at any time. Some causes for this type of diabetes can be environmental; however it is mostly hereditary within one’s family.
Some symptoms that come with diabetes Type 1 include an increase in urination and an increase in thirst. The amount you eat will increase but your weight will drop. Sometimes the eyes can be affected and some blurred vision can occur. If you think that you have diabetes or having any signs of diabetes, it is very important to get diagnosed immediately because it can get you the treatment you need without worrying about any future problems that might come due to waiting for treatment.
The second type of diabetes if called Type 2, most of the herbal medication that you can use are mainly for this type of diabetes; however it is possible to get some relief from herbal medications with having type 1. Type 2 diabetes is often referred to as non-insulin dependant diabetes mellitus or Adult on-set diabetes. This is in fact the most usual diabetes seen among patients.
Some of the symptoms that are found when type 2 diabetes is concerned is increased thirst, increased urination, increased hunger, weight loss, a feeling of being tired or exhausted constantly. Enhanced breathing paces, some blurred vision, and skin is dry and itchy, you may find yourself having a headache constantly and you may find unexplained bruising or cuts on your body that can’t be explained.
During treatments of diabetes you will find yourself having to watch your diet and start an exercise routine. However, there are other things that you can do that will help you in any way possible in having diabetes. First of all, you could some of herbs listed below.
Bitter gourd is an herb that is found to be another version of bitter melon. It looks like bitter melon but it is usually longer. The vine that Bitter Gourd comes from can grow up to an amazing 12 feet, so when they say they have gone to great heights to bring you this herb, they are not lying. This is a great herb for reducing the sugars in the blood, but it is very sour and may be hard to taste. It is said though, that it must be eaten as bitter as possible so no putting sugar on it.
Jamun is more know by an Indian plum it had an extreme effect on the pancreas. Jamun is able to turn starch into sugar and it is said that the seeds are even better for you then the pulp is.
That is only 2 herbs, but there are many herbs that you can find to help you cope with your diabetes.
Lastly, Gestational diabetes happens when you are pregnant, being pregnant is the only time that you can have this certain type of diabetes. However, you can imagine that it is even more strenuous seeing how you are going to have a baby while having diabetes. So therefore you are watching blood sugars for two and that can be one hard way to deal with an already stressful pregnancy.
Because gestational diabetes can be harmful to your baby, you need to make sure that you get treatment as soon as you see one symptom. Usually, you are first tested when you become pregnant for diabetes to ensure your baby’s health and yours. However, diabetes can develop later on in your pregnancy and it is very important to watch for those signs.