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Do Intestines Contain Germs That Cause Gastroparesis?

🔎 In this video, we’ll explore the role of the intestines and how they can play a major role in managing your diabetes.

📝 The role of intestines
🗹 The function of the small intestine is to absorb food.
🗹 The large intestine processes salts and liquids left from the digestive process.

In order to function properly, the intestines rely on their Flora - which is a group of bacterias.

🤔 Does that mean the Intestines contain germs?
The intestines don't automatically contain germs, but could be prone to them.

⚠️ Germs refer to fungi, bacteria, and viruses that can:
🗹 Intoxicate
🗹 Damage, or
🗹 Kill healthy cells.

But within the intestinal flora, there are a wide variety of bacteria that are essential for gut health.

📝 The role of the Intestines in diabetes
The bacteria found in the intestines and overall gut influence how your body uses insulin and manages blood glucose.

⚠️ With gut imbalance, the intestines may struggle to influence:
🗹 Insulin resistance
🗹 Blood glucose
🗹 Inflammation, and
🗹 Risks of diabetes complications.

💡 Keeping your intestines healthy as a diabetic will ultimately come down to a varied, healthy, and nutrient-rich diet.

The Top 9 Drinks for Diabetics

9. Water
Water has no calories or carbs, and drinking enough may help to lower blood glucose levels. It is the best way to stay hydrated.

8. Green Tea
Green tea comes out on top as being the healthiest tea. It reduces inflammation and lowers the risk of cellular damage.

7. Vegetable Smoothies
Vegetables in your smoothie will help to keep sugar levels within a healthy range. These add a healthy dose of fiber, which is vital for diabetics. Kale and spinach are the best when it comes to balancing blood sugar and fighting diabetes.

6. Pomegranate Juice
Pomegranate is low in the glycemic index and offers several health benefits for diabetics. It is full of phenolic compounds which help to control weight.

5. Sugar-Free Sports Drinks
These are electrolyte drinks that keep your brain, nerves, and muscles going after an active physical activity. Some contain natural ingredients, which are the best option.

4. Coconut water
Coconut water is a sweet, low-calorie drink that has many health benefits. It has a natural electrolyte balance that helps with hydration, plus potassium and magnesium which are important for muscle function and nerve signaling.

3. Coffee
Coffee has been shown to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, cancer, heart disease, stroke, and Alzheimer’s - when consumed in moderation. It also contains trace amounts of nutrients such as magnesium and has an anti-inflammatory effect.

2. Red Wine
Red wine may reduce your risk of heart disease if you drink a glass a day. It can increase your good cholesterol levels while lowering the bad. This also contains polyphenols that may help to improve your fasting blood sugar levels.

1. Chamomile tea
Drinking chamomile tea can offer a powerful improvement for controlling blood sugar and insulin levels. It’s also a natural source of antioxidants helping to fight oxidative stress which can lead to a number of diabetic complications.

Top 10 Fruits For Diabetics
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Let's take a closer look at the Top 10 Fruits For Diabetics so you only get the BEST that nature has to offer...

#10. Grapes

Grapes have a Glycemic Index of 59 and a Glycemic Load of 11. They have the highest scores of our 10 fruits, but grapes are bite-sized so you can have just a few or full portion size of 10 to 14 grapes.

9. Bananas

Banans have a GIycemic Index of 52 and a Glycemic Load of 10. The GI and GL scores rise as this fruit ripens, so try to eat bananas that have just turned yellow, to keep the sugar content down. The portion size is usually half a banana when the fruit is on the larger side.

8. Kiwifruit

Our next fruit down on the list has a GI of 50 and a GL of 7.7. Kiwi is sweet and sour, and loaded with nutrients: It has 71% of your needed daily vitamin C, 5% of your potassium, and 8% of your fiber for the day. One kiwi comes in at only 42 calories, 10 g of carbs, and 6 grams of sugar.

7. Apples

An apple has a GI of 36 and a GL of 6. An apple does have 19 grams of sugar, but it has high amounts of fiber too. It also contains polyphenols, a compound that slows the digestion of carbs AND lowers blood sugars.

6. Plums

Plums are a healthy choice with a GI of 40 and GL of only 2. With only 30 calories and 8 grams of carbs per plum, they offer vitamins A, C, K, and potassium.

5. Pears

Pears have a GI score of 30 and GL of 7, putting them in the middle of our list. One pear has about 20% of your daily fiber need plus vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, and 16% of your daily copper need.

4. Oranges

Oranges have a GI of 40 and a GL of 4.4. A medium orange has about 70 calories, 17 grams of carbs, and 3 grams of fiber. It offers potassium and folate, which normalizes blood pressure as an added bonus.

3. Peaches

Peaches have a GI of 28 and a GL of 3. In terms of nutrition, a medium peach comes in at 59 calories, 14 grams of carbs, 11% of your daily vitamin C, and 6% of your potassium.

2. Cherries

Cherries only have a GI of 20 and a GL of 6. They’re high in potassium and other antioxidants that boost your immune system - PLUS a serving gives you 40% of your daily vitamin A.Cherries have powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that help you recover after strenuous exercise.

1. Blackberries

Blackberries have a notoriously low GI of 25 and GL of only 2.02. The American Diabetes Association says that berries are a diabetes superfood because they’re packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and soluble fiber. The antioxidants in berries fight free radicals and even help brain neurons communicate with each other.

Top 3 Cooking Oils for Diabetics (Plus 3 to Avoid)
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In today’s video, we’re going to be counting down the top 3 cooking oils for diabetics and we’re going reveal 3 of the most harmful oils and why these fats that we commonly use in cooking are so detrimental to our health.

3 WORST Oils to Use for Cooking

1. Soybean Oil
It’s one of the greatest sources of linoleic acid which is oxidized at high temperatures, causing oxidative damage within the body. This promotes inflammation and increases our risk of atherosclerosis and heart disease.

Linoleic acid also encourages the production of arachidonic acid - another omega-6 fatty acid that contributes to obesity.

2. Sunflower Oil
Sunflower oil is lacking in nutritional value and it’s also toxic when heated at high temperatures.

When exposed to heat, sunflower oil has been shown to release toxic compounds known as aldehydes that cause damage to our DNA and have been linked to heart disease and even Alzheimer’s.

3. Canola Oil
The consumption of this highly processed oil has been linked to increased blood pressure, weight gain, and has even been shown to negatively impact brain function and memory.

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3 BEST Cooking Oils for Diabetics

3. Ghee
Ghee is clarified butter that has a high smoke point, which means it’s unlikely to be damaged when exposed to heat. As a rich source of antioxidants like vitamin E, ghee works to fight free radicals and reduce oxidative damage.

Ghee is also rich in butyric acid - a powerhouse when it comes to reducing inflammation by modulating pro-inflammatory pathways and influencing the immune system.

2. Extra virgin olive oil
Extra virgin olive oil is produced without any chemical solvents or additives, making it the healthiest option when it comes to olive oil.

It is loaded with powerful antioxidants that aid in reducing inflammation and have been shown to protect LDL cholesterol from oxidation.

1. Avocado oil
Avocado oil is rich in antioxidants, which aid in fighting free radicals to reduce inflammation and risk factors for heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

It can also be heated to high temperatures while maintaining its structure. This prevents oxidation and ensures the oil isn’t damaged upon consumption – making it the best option for cooking!