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Hypoglycemia · Symptoms · Causes
"A deficiency of glucose (sugar) in the
blood." "Many more people believe they have hypoglycemia
than actually test positive when given blood-sugar tests... Dr. Callaway suspects that people
can experience pharmacological effects from sugar, even if blood-sugar levels
remain within the normal range. People's responses to fluctuating
blood-sugar levels vary greatly. Some people experience symptoms when
blood-sugar levels are well within the normal range, while others report no
symptoms even when blood-sugar levels have dropped substantially. It is likely
that each person has a unique blood-sugar range, with fatigue or
mood changes occurring when levels fluctuate above or below these levels.
(Pages 109, 112)" Book: Somer, "Symptoms of FH are episodic and have a direct
relationship to the time and type of meal that was last eaten. Symptoms
include fatigue, weakness in legs, swollen feet, tightness in
chest, constant hunger, eyeache, migraine, pains in various parts of
the body, nervous habits, mental disturbances, and insomnia. Rapid
fluctuations in blood sugar level give rise to many bizarre symptoms that may
suggest mental disorders." "A hypoglycemic child often needs to eat every
hour or two during school hours, as well as at home, to avoid low blood sugar
reactions, which cause recurrent fatigue, irritability, tension,
hyperactivity and aggression. One clue in spotting hypoglycemia is the way
young children ask for food. Do they request food, or demand it? The latter suggests
low blood sugar. It can happen on and off all day, but it is most apt to
occur between "Other symptoms of hypoglycemia include an
inability to concentrate, mood swings, anxiety, depression and being
more emotional than usual. Asthma, fatigue, headache, nervousness,
insomnia, irritability, restlessness, poor memory and indecisiveness
are also frequently reported." "The two most significant factors contributing to
hypoglycemia are diet and emotional stress." The Most Common Form of Hypoglycemia "The most common form is called functional hypoglycemia
(FH) and is caused by an inadequate diet that is too high in refined
carbohydrates or that results in impaired absorption and
assimilation of food ingested. An overconsumption of carbohydrates causes the
blood sugar level to rise rapidly, stimulating the pancreas to secrete
an excess of insulin. This excess insulin removes too much sugar from
the blood. resulting in an abnormally low blood sugar level." "Heredity may be the susceptibility factor
but the disease is precipitated most often by an inadequate diet." Hypoglycemia due to Insulin Resistance "The cells in the body don't react to insulin
anymore and this causes the pancreas to produce too much insulin. Over time,
the cells start to react, but because of the excess insulin, the blood sugar
plummets below levels to maintain well-being: Hypoglycemia" www.NewTreatments.org: Hypoglycemia Hypoglycemia due
to Adrenal Fatigue "When the adrenal glands are exhausted and
can't produce enough cortisol, the low cortisol levels can't effectively
antagonize insulin and thus the blood sugar plummets below levels to maintain
well-being: Hypoglycemia. Cortisol is also needed for gluconeogenesis (making
glucose out of protein)." www.NewTreatments.org: Hypoglycemia Hypoglycemia due to yeast metabolites "Certain yeasts produce arabinose, which is a
yeast metabolite. The arabinose binds to L-lysine, which is important for
effective action of (among others) vitamin B6. Vitamin B6 is essential for gluconeogensis.
So, when the blood sugar levels fall below the base-level, there is not
enough vitamin B6 available (functional deficiency) to start the
gluconeogenisis. Result: Blood sugar levels fall below the base levels:
Hypoglycemia." www.NewTreatments.org: Hypoglycemia Hypoglycemia due to acidity or alkalinity of the body
tissues "The body uses minerals, primarily different types
of organic calciums to buffer the pH in the blood and the tissues of the
body. The blood pH remains at a strict 7.4. A drop of one or two tenth of the
pH can cause death, so the blood pH is balanced strictly with different
means: Minerals that buffer pH, CO2 respiration, the kidneys secreting excess
H+ or www.NewTreatments.org: Hypoglycemia Any condition that causes insufficent uptake/metabolism
of important vitamins and minerals "An example is kryptopyrrolurie, pyroluria or HPU,
which causes a deficiency of vitamin B6 and zinc. There are many more
examples of conditions like this." www.NewTreatments.org: Hypoglycemia Possible other causes not covered in this article "Hypoglycemia as a result of gastrointestinal
disorders, pancreatic disfunction, disfunction of the autonomic nervous
system, pituitary, liver, cancer of the pancreas, etc." www.NewTreatments.org: Hypoglycemia "Stress also affects blood sugar levels.
First, stress depletes the B-vitamins and vitamin C, both necessary
for proper functioning of the adrenal glands. Stress requires adrenal
glands to work overtime yet at the same time strips them of what they need to
function. Refined foods also negatively affect the adrenal glands
because they are stripped of needed vitamins." "In another study with 265 hyperactive children,
it was found that glucose tolerance tests were abnormal in 76%. This suggests
that abnormal glucose metabolism may be a factor in the cause of hyperactivity." "Any condition that causes insufficent uptake/metabolism
of important vitamins and minerals An
example is kryptopyrrolurie, pyroluria or HPU, which causes a deficiency of vitamin
B6 and zinc. There are many more examples of conditions like this." www.NewTreatments.org: Hypoglycemia ·
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Possible Causes: Abnormal
Glucose Metabolism Adrenal Type Anxiety
Induced Hypoglycemia Description · "When insulin is too high and blood sugar is low
the body sends a message to adrenals to produce stress hormones
adrenaline. · When adrenaline is secreted, insulin is ‘turned off’
and the continues to maintain balance via adapt ion. To a hypoglycemic this process may be
experienced as fear, panic and terror. As the brain is starved
of fuel (glucose) and simultaneously flooded with stress hormones,
emotional symptoms arise such as: nervousness, palpitations,
nightmares, panic attacks, phobias, rage, violence and even fits." Natural Treatment of Anxiety Induced by Hypoglycemia Possible Long Term Effects (if untreated) "Over time constant attacks and excess stress
hormones deplete the bodies resistance can degrade body organs causing adrenal
fatigue and eventually pancreas failure which may lead to diabetes.
In this way, anxiety in hypoglycemics is a result of extra stress hormones
and simultaneous low blood sugar." Natural Treatment of Anxiety Induced by Hypoglycemia "Current findings have linked the connection
between low GABA levels and high insulin levels.
GABA is an important neurotransmitters in inhibiting stress signals and
calming the body. Valium and Benzodiapienes work by increasing GABA levels.
If you are a hypoglycemic and have anxiety there are some adjunct
treatments to the hypoglycemic diet that can help anxiety. Make
sure you avoid alcohol and caffeine" Natural Treatment of Anxiety Induced by Hypoglycemia "In some people, hypoglycemia can contribute to
other illnesses such as epilepsy, allergies, asthma, ulcers,
arthritis, impotence, and mental disorders. Functional hypoglycemia is often
found in persons with such disorders as schizophrenia, alcoholism, drug
addiction, juvenile delinquency, hyperactivity, and obesity." Some examples of refined carbohydrates are: · Refined sugars
such as cane, beet, and corn sugar · White (polished) rice, white bread, white pasta · Excess honey,
fruit, fruit juice, dried fruit and sometimes
vegetable juice will cause a rapid rise in blood glucose levels. · White (bleached, enriched) wheat flour · white flour · enriched white flour · unbleached flour · enriched unbleached flour · wheat flour and enriched wheat flour "Whole grains do not need to be enriched. If it says
'enriched', do not buy it." Addiction End.com: Online Book: III. Basic Guidelines ·
South Beach Diet Plan for Beginner: Forum: Archive:
'Good Oatmeal vs Bad Oatmeal' "Caffeine, alcohol, tobacco, and other stimulants should be avoided because
they are capable of precipitating an attack of hypoglycemia." "Complex
carbohydrates, found in vegetables and whole grains, help to
avoid hypoglycemia by replenishing glucose at regular intervals. This keeps
the body's energy constant." "Consume fiber-rich
carbohydrates with protein at each meal and snack. The soluble
fibers found in oranges, apples, legumes [e.g. peas, beans,
lentils], and oats are particularly effective in slowing
the absorption of sugar. They allow a slow, steady release of sugar into
the blood and help avoid the rapid rise in blood sugar associated with sugary
or highly refined snacks. (Page 112)" Book: Somer, · "Whole grain breads and cereals · Brown rice · Whole wheat or semolina
[Note: Some sites claim that semolina is a refined carbohydrate] flour pasta
available in most health food stores and some supermarkets" · "Whole wheat flour · Soy flour · Oat flour · · Corn flour" http://www.addictionend.com/bookonline/section33right01.htm "Consume several
small meals throughout the day, rather than the feast-and-famine scenario
of a few large meals." Book: Somer, "All cases of
behavioural and emotional problems should be evaluated for blood sugar
abnormalities as well as food allergies and sensitivities, or endocrine
imbalances." "Many of these
children also had allergies to common foods. These were usually
those foods that they favor and eat whenever possible." |