Diabetic – DR. Said Sokhandan, N.D.

Insulin Resistance

Dr. Said Sokhandan — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 09:15:07 +0000

Insulin Resistance is a condition that involves a decrease in the sensitivity of the body’s Cells to the actions of Insulin (i.e. a decrease in Insulin Sensitivity). Insulin Resistance is characterized by decreased sensitivity of Insulin Receptors for Insulin. This lack of sensitivity to the effects of Insulin results in ever-increasing production of Insulin, to the extent that dangerously high levels of Insulin can occur. 25% of the population of the United States has Insulin Resistance (presumably this statistic would apply also to most other Western nations). Insulin facilitates the transport of Vitamin C into Cells and the Insulin Resistance that afflicts Diabetes Mellitus patients may therefore impair the transport of Vitamin C into Cells.
– 6.7% of persons aged 20 – 29 have Insulin Resistance.
– 43.5% of persons aged 60 – 70 have Insulin Resistance

Substances may Cause Insulin Resistance
– Excessive consumption of Fructose may cause Insulin Resistance
– Excessive consumption ofSucrose may cause Insulin Resistance
– Excessive consumption ofCarbohydrates may cause Insulin Resistance
– Excessive consumptionCaffeine may cause Insulin Resistance
– Excessive consumption of Soft Drinks may cause Insulin Resistance
– Excessive consumption of Alcohol may cause Insulin Resistance
– Excessive endogenous production or release o fInsulinmay cause Insulin Resistance (via a Negative feedback)
– Excessive production of Cortisol may cause Insulin Resistance in the Muscles
– ExogenousEstrogensmay increase the risk of Insulin Resistance in postmenopasual women using Estrogens as part of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
– Excessive consumption of Saturated Fatty Acids and Trans-fatty Acid may cause Insulin Resistance
– C-Reactive Protein is a biomarker of Insulin Resistance
– Elevated Uric Acid levels may cause Insulin Resistance
– Obesity may increase the risk of Insulin Resistance
– Excessive Stress may cause Insulin Resistance
– A high Glycemic Index diet may increase the risk of Insulin Resistance

Insulin Resistance may be Associated with these Ailments
– Insulin Resistance may increase the risk of Heart Attack
– Insulin Resistance may increase the risk of Ischemic Heart Disease (due to the elevated Insulin levels that are associated with Ischemic Heart Disease)
– Insulin Resistance may cause Hypertension
– Insulin Resistance may cause Stroke
– Insulin Resistance may contribute to the development of Alzheimer’s Disease
– Insulin Resistance is a symptom of and is the primary feature of Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
– insulin Resistance may increase the risk of Atherosclerosis
– Insulin Resistance may increase the risk of Breast Cancer
– Insulin Resistance may increase the risk ofProstate Cancer
– Insulin Resistance may causePolycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) , there is some evidence that Insulin Resistance is the principal underlying cause of (PCOS)
– Insulin Resistance may cause the Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) form of Fatty Liver
– Insulin Resistance may result in elevated serum Cholesterol, Triglycerides levels and lower the HDL Cholesterol
– Insulin Resistance may be the underlying cause of Fatigue

Substances may Decrease Insulin Resistance
– some Amino acid may reduce Insulin Resistance (Arginine, Leucine, Taurine and NAC)
– DHEA
– Testosterone
– Melatonin

Lipids
– Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA)
– Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA)
– Alpha-Linolenic Acid (LNA)
– Omega-3Fatty Acid
– Docosahexaenioc Acid (DHA)
– Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)

Minerals
– Calcium
– Magnesium
– Potassium
– Selenium
– Chromium
– Zinc
– Coenzym Q10 may reduce Insulin Resistance

Vitamins
– Vitamin C
– Folic Acid
– Vitamin A
– Biotin
– Vitamin D
– Vitamin E
– Vitamin K
– Lipoic Acid

Herbs
– Ginger
– Cinnamon
– Bitter Melon
– Green Tea
– Chia seeds
– Grape Seeds
– Fengreek Seeds

Dietary oils
– Fish oil
– Cod liver Oil

Exercise
– Regular Exercise may reduce Insulin Resistance
– Aerobic
– Isotonic

High protein low Carb Salad

Dr. Said Sokhandan — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 08:47:54 +0000

This salad is great for any day of week for lunch at home or for picnic. this type of salad good for heart health and people with high blood sugar.

vegetable of choice
-grilled shrimps (or choice of your Protein)
-Endive
-Fresh pees
-Fresh Corn
-Fresh cauliflower
-Walnut
-Celery
– Tomato
-Mushroom
For the dressing try to use olive oil and fresh lemon juice or Balsamic vinegar and salt and pepper to the taste.

Obesity

Dr. Said Sokhandan — Sun, 30 Aug 2020 08:35:04 +0000

The term Obesity is applied to persons who are more than 20% above their recommended body weight as measured by Body Mass Index. Another means of determining Obesity is the Waist-to-Hip Ratio. approximately 35% of Men and 40%.women in US. A healthy body fat percentage for women is 21% to 35% and for men a healthy body fat percentage is 12% to 25%. One pound of human body fat contains 3,500 calories. In the USA, approximately 21% – 24% of children are obese or overweight. The ideal body water percentage for men ranges from 50% to 65% for women ranges from 45% to 60%. Approximately 7% of the world’s total population is obese.

Causes of Obesity
– A high–Glycemic Index diet may increase the risk of Obesity
– Excessive consumption of fried Frying foods and Fast food due to high calories.
– Binge Eating.
– Excessive consumption of Simple Sugar (Glucose, Sucrose and Fructose).
– Excessive consumption of dietary Carbohydrates.
– .Excessive consumption of Dietary Fats.
– Excess consumption of calories increase the risk of Obesity.
– Trans-Fatty Acids may increase the size and quantity of Adipose Tissue (body Fat).
– Environmental toxin exposure like (Bisphenol A) may contribute to Obesity.
– Excessive consumption of Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) may cause Obesity.
– High levels of Cortisol contribute to the development of Obesity.
– Elevated Insulin levels and Insulin Resistance may increase the risk of Obesity.
– Excessive production/release of Prolactin may contribute to Obesity.
– High levels of Reverse T3 may cause Obesity.
– Excessive Zinc has been associated with Obesity.

Obesity may cause;
– May increases the risk for Hypertension (high Blood Pressure).
– May increase the risk of Cardiovascular Diseases.
– May increase the risk for Ischemic Heart Disease.
– May increase the risk of (ischemic) Stroke.
– May increase the risk of Pulmonary Hypertension.
– May increase the risk of Atherosclerosis.
– May increase the risk of Varicose Veins.
– May increase the risk of Kidney disease and Kidney Stones.
– May impair Immune system that May increase the risk of Viral diseases and Bacterial infections.
– May increase the risk of some forms of Cancer (breast Cancer, cervical Cancer, Uterus, Endometrial, Ovarian, Prostate,
Pancreatic, Skin…….).
– May increase the risk of elevated serum Cholesterol levels and lower HDL Cholesterol.
– may increase the risk for developing Diabetes Mellitus Type 2.
– May increase the risk of Backache and Knee Pain.
– May increase the risk of Osteoarthritis.
– May cause Carbohydrate Cravings.
– May increase the risk of Gout.
– May increase the risk of Depression (due to increased Cortisol causing Serotonin depletion).
– May increases the risk of Sleep Apnea.
– May increase the risk of Asthma.
– may increase the risk of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) (approximately 40% of PCOS patients are overweight).
– may increase Uric Acid levels.

Thyroid

Dr. Said Sokhandan — Wed, 26 Aug 2020 09:04:34 +0000

Thyroid

Thyroid is a of endocrine system located in the front of the neck that has two lobes, one on either side of the Larynx. Thyroid Hormones determine the body’s Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) and responsible for the production and secretion of Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3) and T3 stimulate the production of energy (Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) in the Mitochondria of Cells). . Over active Thyroids may cause Atrial Fibrillation. Thyroid Hormones may help to prevent many types of Cardiovascular Diseases and are involved in the preservation of Cardiovascular function. Thyroid Hormones are essential for Growth in children(Growth cannot occur in low production of Thyroid Hormones).

Function of Thyroid Hormones
– May stimulate the production of Antibody.
– Stimulate the body’s utilization of Oxygen.
– May help to prevent Obesity by stimulating the production and activity of Uncoupling Proteins.
– May alleviate Depression (Triiodothyronine (T3), used in conjunction with Pharmaceutical Antidepressants).
– Optimal levels of Thyroid Hormones are required to maintain normal Memory function.
– Thyroid Hormones regulate the release of Human Growth Hormone (hGH).

Substances may Stimulate the Production of Thyroid Hormones
– Tyrosine is essential for the production of Thyroid Hormones.
– Beta-carotene concentrates in and may enhance the function of the Thyroid.
– Iodine is the most important nutrient for Thyroid health – 20% of the body’s Iodine concentrates in the Thyroid Gland and Excess Iodine may cause Hypothyroidism.
– Zinc may improve the function of the Thyroid Gland.
– Vitamin A is required for the optimal function of the Thyroid and Thyroid malfunction may occur as a result of Vitamin A deficiency.
– Vitamin B2 is required for the function of Thyroid gland.

Substances that may be Toxic to the Thyroid
– Aluminium
– Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) some can food and Chinese food.
– Soybeans may inhibit the production of Thyroid Hormones and may increase the risk of Hypothyroidism. Feeding Soy Milk to infants
may increase their risk of Hypothyroidism.
– Excessive Stress may cause Hypothyroidism.
– Hypochlorhydria (Low acid of stomach) may cause Hypothyroidism.

Hypothyroidism can cause Those Aliments

– May increase the risk of Atherosclerosis
– May increase the risk of Heart Attack.
– May increase the risk of some Cardiovascular Diseases (Hypothyroidism patients generally exhibit elevated LDL Cholesterol and Lipoprotein (a) levels).
– May increase the risk of Hypertension.
– May increase the risk of Stroke.
– May cause impaired function of the Kidneys.
– May cause Constipation (this occurs from a reduction in peristalsis).
– May impair the function of the Immune System.
– May increase levels of serum Cholesterol, Triglycerides, LDL and Lipoprotein (a) levels.
– Fatigue is one of the principal symptoms of Hypothyroidism.
– Obesity may be attributable to the reduced Basal Metabolic Rate that results from Hypothyroidism.
– May cause Low Body Temperature.
– May cause Muscle weakness and muscle Cramps.
– May increase the risk of Osteoporosis.
– May cause Depression and Anxiety.
– May cause an Headaches.
– May cause Hair Loss, Dry Hair and Brittle Hair.

oats

Dr. Said Sokhandan — Fri, 07 Aug 2020 05:07:22 +0000

Oats

Oats (Avena sativa) are a whole-grain cereal that are a very good source of fiber, especially beta glucan, and are high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Whole oats are the only food source of Avenanthramides, a unique group of antioxidants believed to protect against heart disease, blood pressure and other benefits, such as lowering blood sugar.
Oats may lower total serum Cholesterol levels by washing away Bile Acids in the Digestive Tract that would otherwise be converted to Cholesterol, also lower total serum Triglyceride level.

Nutrition facts
The nutrition facts for 3.5 ounces (100 grams) of raw oats have:Calories: 389

Water: 8%
Protein: 16.9 grams
Carbs: 66.3 grams
Sugar: 0 grams
Fiber: 10.6 grams
Fat: 6.9 grams

Carbs
Carbs make up 66% of oats by dry weight. About 11% of the carbs is fiber, while 85% is starch. Oats are very low in sugar, with only 1% coming from sucrose.

Fiber
Oats are rich in a specific type of fiber called beta-glucan. This particular type of fiber is known to help lower levels of bad cholesterol. One cup (81 grams) of dry oats contains 7mg of fiber, the recommended daily intake of fiber for women is 26 grams and for men 39 grams.

Vitamins / Minerals
100 grams contain has 297 calories.

6% vitamin B6
14% Folate
5% Niacin
9% Riboflavin
50% Thiamine
53% Magnesium
12% Pantothenic acid
29% Iron
240% Manganese
12% Potassium
52% potassium
42% Copper
26% Zinc

Amino Acid

Tryptophan
Leucine
Icoleucine
Lysine
Methionine
Phenylalanine
Tyrosine
Valine
Glycine
Arginine
Alanine
Proline
Serine

Lipids
Omega-3 0.11%
Omega-6 2.42%
Monounsaturated 2.17%
Saturated 1.21%

Toxic effects
Celiac Disease patients should avoid Oates and Oats-containing of oats (Due to the Gluten and Avenin content of oats).