Hypoglycemia is a complex set of symptoms caused by faulty carbohydrate metabolism. It’s also synonymous with low blood sugar. Normally, the body maintains blood sugar levels within a narrow range through the coordinated effort of several glands and their hormones. If these hormones, especially glucagon (from glucose) and insulin (produced in the pancreas), are thrown out of balance, hypoglycemia or type-2 diabetes can result.
Numerous studies have demonstrated that depressed individuals have faulty glucose/insulin regulatory mechanisms. Other studies have clearly shown the relationship between low blood sugar and decreased mental acuity. Hypoglycemia has also been implicated as a major trigger for migraine headaches.
Hypoglycemia Diet
The following foods are not recommended for anyone with hypoglycemia or hypoadrenia tendencies: table sugar, maltose, honey, sucrose (fruit sugar), bananas, raisins, dates, fruit juices, apricots, beets, white flour, white potatoes, white rice, cooked corn, corn flakes, and cereals.
It’s best to combine protein, fat, and carbohydrate in each snack or meal. Avoiding simple sugars and consuming a balanced diet help stabilize blood sugar levels. Eating healthy snacks throughout the day can also help keep your blood sugar levels stable. One simple snack that combines protein, fat, and carbohydrate is a handful of nuts (such as cashews, almonds, walnuts, or pecans) along with an apple, pear, or whole wheat crackers.
Supplements to Combat Hypoglycemia
If you’re following my advice above, taking the CFS/Fibromyalgia Formula, adrenal cortex, drinking 70 ounces of water, avoiding simple sugars, and not skipping meals, you’ll probably not need any of the following supplements.
• Chromium is a trace mineral that helps reduce glucose-induced insulin secretion. Chromium works with insulin to facilitate the uptake of glucose into the cells. Glucose levels remain elevated in the absence of chromium. A normal dose is 200 mcg. Taken 30 minutes before or after meals, two–three times daily.
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• Vitamin B3 (niacin) helps regulate blood sugar levels and
may help alleviate the symptoms of hypoglycemia. This
should be in your multivitamin and mineral formula.
• Magnesium levels must be sufficient in order to avoid
hypoglycemic reactions. This should be in your
multivitamin and mineral
formula.
• Zinc levels must be sufficient in order to avoid
hypoglycemic reactions. This should be in your
multivitamin and mineral
formula.
• L-Glutamine, an amino acid, helps regulate blood
sugar levels. I’ve found it to be very effective in
eliminating sugar cravings and hypoglycemic episodes. A
normal dose is 500–1,000 mg. once or twice daily on an
empty stomach.
• Gymnema sylvester is a climbing plant found in Asia and
Africa. It’s used in Ayruvedic medicine, an indigenous
healing practice from India, for the treatment of type-2
diabetes. Scientific studies have shown this herb to be a
valuable addition in preventing the symptoms of
hypoglycemia. It’s also routinely used to reduce sugar
cravings.
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