This article is originally published on Freedom from Diabetes website , available here.

If you didn’t know it by now, here’s the truth about diabetes: it is not a disease but a symptom. And the root cause of diabetes is…insulin resistance.

For a long time, medical science held the view that this could not be done to any degree of permanence. However, after more than 12000 confirmed diabetes reversals, and tens of thousands more who have got their BSL under control and have reversed their diabetes and diabetes-related disorders to a certain degree, we, at Freedom from Diabetes (FFD), know that insulin insensitivity can be improved.

1. Get rid of excess weight

Fat around the midsection, also known as visceral fat, is known to increase insulin resistance. Fat inside the muscle cells — aka intramyocellular lipid — blocks the functioning of insulin and keeps glucose outside the cells. Read more

2. Eat low carb

Foods are ranked by the speed with which their carbohydrate content turns into glucose and is absorbed into the blood. This is referred to as their Glycemic Index rating. Anything above 50 is considered high and should be avoided or eaten in small quantities. Read More

3. Include herbs and spices in your diet

There are many herbs and spices that are known to have powerful healing properties. Ayurvedic preparations use many of them in a variety of medications. Fenugreek, turmeric, ginger and garlic are all good at improving insulin sensitivity. Fenugreek seeds (aka, methi seeds) Read More

4. Stay hydrated

Water is necessary for life itself. From health, perspective water offers several unmatched benefits. It is excellent to subdue hunger cravings; it improves digestion, and most important it is necessary to metabolize fat — a process called lipolysis.

The content in this article is not intended to take the place of medical advice. Please consult your doctor before making any lifestyle changes that could impact your health.

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