If you have diabetes, it is important to examine your lifestyle and determine how your daily life may be affecting your metabolism and health.
Learn the concept and why health problems are viewed as debt for health in Chinese medicine—the more severe, the larger your "health account deficit." If you don't change your habits, how can you expect to improve your health in the long run? If we don't keep track of our medical bills and spending, how will we learn to manage money responsibly? Find out how you are "spending" for your health everyday!
In Chinese medicine, the foundation for treating diabetes is to improve your sleep. Why? Because our body's metabolism functions most efficiently when we are well-rested. When we get enough high-quality rest/sleep, our bodies are able to regulate blood sugar levels and improve glucose tolerance—two important factors in managing Diabetes Type 2. Sleep time is metabolism time!
No matter what kind of food you eat, at least make sure that you don’t take in more than your body can handle. It’s important not to consume more food than your body can handle over time, in terms of both quantity and speed. Also, avoid fresh fruits and salads, which might help but will ruin/hurt your metabolism! Find out why!
Chinese medical theory states that when you are under stress (mentally), your body will tense up (physically). This is especially true for people who suffer from long-term chronic stress or emotional issues.
The tension and stress in your body will cause your energy flow, "Qi," to slow down. This causes the function of various parts of your body—like organ or muscle systems—to become dysfunctional. Chinese Medicine uses a phrase—"Qi stagnation and blood stasis"—that describes this condition for over 3000 years!
This "Qi stagnation and blood stasis" is like a closed fist, which is common among diabetics but has never been identified by doctors.
Dr. Yaron Wu, L.Ac., DAOM stresses that stress can cause insulin resistance when a tense or anxious person's blood circulation slows down more than when you are healthy—including how you could quickly respond to insulin production. Check out this video for more details!
According to Dr. Yaron Wu, L.Ac.,DAOM, most diabetes patients do exercise primarily because they want to become strong or healthy rather than for their bodies’ sake alone.
First, being strong is not the same as being healthy. Second, unless you listen to and respect your body while exercising, you will never be able to reach maximum health benefits for diabetes from working out.
It's akin to marriage. The only way to know what your wife likes is through communication, so you can improve your relationship.
So start by learning how to be your own body's best friend, then join Dr Yaron Wu's 10-week online course "Be Friend with Your Body"! In this class you'll learn how to feel and know yourself on a deeper level—so that you can take better care of your body. We do this with exercises such as the simple puppet game, spine movement, self-focused meditation and standing meditation.
DISCLAIMER: These statements have NOT been evaluated by the FDA. The programs and products described herein are NOT intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your physician or healthcare professional before starting this or any other health and wellness program.
