Diabetes Mellitus

WHAT IS DIABETES MELLITUS ?

Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia) due to either

• Deficiency of insulin (hormone from pancreas), or
• Resistance to insulin action, or
• Both.

It disturbs carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism.

TYPES OF DIABETES MELLITUS:

• Type 1 Diabetes
  Autoimmune destruction of pancreatic beta cells: little/no insulin.
  Usually starts in childhood.
• Type 2 Diabetes
  Most common.
  Insulin resistance + decreased insulin production.
  Insulin resistance + decreased insulin production.
• Gestational Diabetes
  Occurs during pregnancy.
  May resolve after delivery, but increases risk of Type 2 later.
• Secondary Diabetes
  Due to other conditions (pancreatitis, hormonal disorders, steroid use).

CAUSES:

• Genetic predisposition.
• Obesity, especially abdominal fat.
• Sedentary lifestyle.
• Unhealthy diet (refined carbs, sugar, junk food).
• Stress.
• Hormonal imbalance.
• Pancreatic disease.

SYMPTOMS:

• Polyuria (frequent urination).
• Polydipsia (excessive thirst).
• Polyphagia (excessive hunger).
• Fatigue, weakness.
• Weight loss (Type 1) / Weight gain (Type 2).
• Slow wound healing.
• Blurred vision.
• Numbness/tingling in hands and feet (neuropathy).

HOW CAN NIRVANA HELP YOU TREAT DIABETES MELLITUS:

We design a holistic treatment protocol that focuses upon overall healing of your body, your treatment plan can consist of

• HYDROTHERAPY:

• Hip Bath – improves pancreatic stimulation.
• Abdominal pack – regulates digestion and sugar metabolism.
• Spinal bath – relaxes nervous system, balances hormones.
• Enema – for detoxification.

• DIET THERAPY: :

INCLUDE:

• Whole grains (ragi, oats, barley).
• Green leafy vegetables, bitter gourd, fenugreek, drumstick leaves.
• Low glycemic fruits (guava, apple, papaya, berries).
• Soaked almonds, walnuts, flaxseeds.
• Herbal teas (fenugreek, cinnamon, turmeric).
• Fiber-rich salads and sprouts.

AVOID:

• Refined sugar, sweets, bakery items, White rice, maida, fried & processed foods,
  Redmeat, alcohol, soft drinks.

• YOGA THERAPY:

• ASANAS: Ardha Matsyendrasana, Bhujangasana, Dhanurasana, Paschimottanasana,Trikonasana, Pavanamuktasana
• PRANAYAMA: Anulom Vilom, Bhastrika, Kapalbhati, Bhramari

• LIFESTYLE MODIFICATIONS:

• Early morning sunlight exposure (Vitamin D).
• Barefoot walking on grass (nerve stimulation).
• Stress management (meditation, relaxation therapy).
• Adequate sleep.
• Regular exercise (walking, yoga, cycling, swimming