PRE-DIABETES GUIDELINES

1. You must first address the symptoms of Pre-Diabetes, a root cause of which can be obesity-linked Insulin Resistance. This latter condition gives rise to unbalanced levels of glucose and insulin in the blood stream, leading to weight gain.
   
   
2. Since obesity is usually a key component of Pre-Diabetes, getting your weight under control is the next step. A low-carbohydrate diet has proved to be effective not only in weight loss programs but also in helping to control the production of insulin in the pancreas.
   
   
3. Exercise is a necessary component for addressing the symptoms of Pre-Diabetes. By exercising regularly, you can increase insulin sensitivity, which, in turn, reduces the imbalance of glucose and insulin caused by Insulin Resistance. You will also improve your muscles' "disposal" of glucose, which helps to balance the levels of glucose and insulin in the blood stream.
   
   
4. Choose a balanced, healthy diet that excludes foods with a high Glycemic Index (GI), like bread, pasta, rice, refined sugars, potatoes and corn. The lower a food's GI, the less likely it is to make blood glucose levels rise after a meal. Avoid artificial sweeteners, which are synthetic and can cause multiple problems, ranging from intestinal disturbances, bloating and mood swings to aching joints and slurred speech. Skip sugar in all its forms.
   
   
5. Avoid stimulants like caffeine, alcohol and tobacco. Even over-the-counter cold and flu medications can contain stimulants, causing spikes in insulin production and its release into the blood stream. They can also create spikes in cortisol, which may cause a change in blood sugar, leading to an increase in insulin.
   
   
6. Your doctor may need to address issues such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol levels with medication until they come under control naturally with your weight loss. As soon as your diet affects your insulin production, you will find your cholesterol and blood pressure will begin to normalize.
   
   
7. Consider the Insulite Pre-Diabetes System which incorporates pure nutraceuticals (vitamins, minerals and herbs that are disease specific), realistic Nutrition and Exercise Plans and a Support Network to keep you motivated and informed.
   
   

Please Note: The Insulite Pre-Diabetes System is not a medical treatment and neither is it a substitute for the advice of your primary care physician. Instead, the Insulite System is a nutritional and lifestyle approach that supports your body's abilities to better manage your condition.