Type 1 Diabetes
Type 1 Diabetes, also known as Juvenile Diabetes or Insulin-dependent Diabetes.
With this condition, the pancreas does not make enough insulin. Insulin is a hormone which allows sugar (glucose) to enter the cells to produce energy.
Symptoms include:
Feeling dehydrated
Urinating more than usual
Increased hunger
Losing weight
Feeling irritable
Feeling tired and weak
Having blurred vision
Causes
Varying factors, such as genetics may cause Type 1 Diabetes. Although it generally appears during childhood or adolescence, it can develop in adults.
Diagnosis
If you feel as though you may have Type 1 Diabetes, it may be wise to consult your medical professional. They will conduct a urine test and may also check your blood glucose levels.
If they believe that you are likely to have diabetes, they will advise that you visit a hospital immediately for assessment.
How it is treated conventionally?
Unfortunately, Type 1 Diabetes has no cure. Treatment is utilised towards managing the amount of sugar in the blood, through the use of insulin, diet and lifestyle changes to prevent complications.
You will be taught how to measure your own blood glucose levels and how to inject insulin.
How does Surrey Centre for Nutrition work with Type 1 Diabetes?
Type 1 Diabetes has long been thought irreversible due to the slow rate at which the insulin-secreting islet cells can regrow. Traditionally functional medicine approaches have focussed on dietary, nutritional and lifestyle protocols that can help in preventing disease progression and the plethora of comorbidities that can result from someone living with T1D in the long term.
There are now however some new studies (1) which suggest that with various dietary protocols it may be possible to begin to regenerate and regrow the islet cells. It is likely however that any dietary protocol aimed at restoring pancreatic activity would need to be combined with a functional medicine approach to autoimmunity, to prevent the immune system from continually targeting these insulin-secreting cells. At the SCfN we will always use the most up-to-date scientific evidence-based approaches to all client cases and disease states to improve the lives of our clients.
Are you ready to work with us to reach your health goals?
If you or someone you know is suffering from the symptoms or conditions listed above, Surrey Centre for Nutrition may be able to help. We typically work with clients for 3-6 months depending on your health concerns. Are you interested in working with us?
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