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My new web site NaturoBase.com has a lot more information - over 6,000 research studies, etc!
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Information on HypoglycemiaDescription Hypoglycemia is an abnormally low blood glucose level. Reactive hypoglycemia occurs in response to a meal, specific nutrients, or drugs. It may occur within 2-3 hours after a meal, or later. It may also be seen after gastrointestinal surgery (in association with dumping syndrome in some patients). Spontaneous (fasting) hypoglycemia may be associated with a primary condition, e.g., hypopituitarism, Addison's disease, myxedema, or in disorders related to liver malfunction, and renal failure. If hypoglycemia presents as a primary manifestation, other disorders to consider include hyperinsulinism and extrapancreatic tumors. Causes Causes of reactive hypoglycemia include: meals high in refined carbohydrates and certain nutrients, (e.g., fructose, galactose, leucine). Drugs (e.g., sulfonylureas, salicylates) or alcohol can cause excess glucose utilization or deficient glucose production. Hypoglycemia can also be caused by surreptitious drug use - injection of insulin or taking oral hypoglycemics. Hypoglycemia may be caused by gastrointestinal surgery. Causes of spontaneous hypoglycemia include: hepatic disease; pancreatic islet cell tumor or extrapancreatic tumor; exercise; fever; pregnancy; renal glycosuria; ketotic hypoglycemia of childhood; adrenal insufficiency; hypopituitarism; or enzyme deficiency. The development of hypoglycemia is a characteristic finding related to growth hormone deficiency. Conventional Labs Lab tests are best ordered while symptomatic, and include measurement of blood and plasma glucose; C-peptide; liver studies; serum insulin; and cortisol. An abdominal CT or ultrasound may be ordered to rule out an abdominal tumor. Specialty Lab Tests Products to consider Natural Therapies Most natural health web sites put a list of herbs, vitamins and nutritional supplements along with citations from scientific studies. Have you found this to be confusing, since there are so many to choose from? A far simpler way is to choose a supplement from the appropriate body system, such as liver support, detoxification, etc. A well formulated supplement works a lot better than separate vitamins and usually costs a lot less. Please call me at (239) 659-2684 if you would like some assistance in choosing an appropriate product. I can't diagnose or treat diseases by phone, but I can assist you in making better choices. I also can send some relevant articles to read. The first ten minutes are free (as long as you purchase from my web site). |
The next step, after you have been diagnosed with a disease, is to find out what is the specific cause, and then choose supplements that address it. Phone consults are my specialty. Please call my at (239) 659-2684 to schedule a consultation.
I recommend that you make an informed choice, and the goal of this web site is to provide you with the information to make a wise choice when it comes to your health and wellness.
As you can see, I don't sell any vitamins on this web site. There are thousands of vitamin stores that will sell you whatever vitamin you want, and many of them offer discounts.
If you are interested in some high-quality basic nutritional supplements, I recommend visiting the Store You will find my recommendations for a multiple, tasty chewable fiber wafers, high-potency probiotics, and fish oils.
Good luck in your journey towards health and wellness!!
Unfortunately, that would be a clear violation of FDA regulations. Also, one of the most important aspect of naturopathy is: "Treat the person, not the disease". This is a profound statement, and many people have spent thousands of dollars on vitamins listed in books or web sites for a specific disease. This is what I call "vending machine medicine". It rarely works! The solution is to find a naturopathic physician, such as myself, to assist you.
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