Bhupesh Chandra Semwal 1 * Sonia Singh1, Dr Kalyani Divakar2 Introduction Diabetes mellitus often referred to simply as diabetes. Diabetes is a syndrome characterized by disturbances of metabolism and abnormally high blood sugar, hyperglycemia, resulting from the lack of the hormone insulin. The World Health identifies three main forms of diabetes type 1 and type 2 gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes during pregnancy. What are the different causes and population distributions. While ultimately all forms of pancreatic beta cells is not being able to produce enough insulin to prevent hyperglycemia due to causes vary. All types are treatable, because insulin was medically in 1921. Type 1 diabetes, where insulin is not secreted by the pancreas, is directly treatable only with injected insulin, although dietary and other adjustments to lifestyle are part of management. Type 2 can be managed with a combination of dietary treatment, tablets and injections, and frequently, insulin supplementation. While insulin was originally produced from natural sources such as porcine pancreas, insulin is the most widely used today, the product is genetically offer as a direct copy of human insulin or the human insulin with modified molecules that are different onset and duration of action. The subcutaneous insulin may also continuously through a special pump that delivers insulin through a variable catheter1 be delivered. The type classification of diabetes mellitus diabetes, type two diabetes mellitus, gestational diabetes and symptoms mellitus2Signs Frequent urination, excessive thirst, extreme hunger, unusual weight loss, increased fatigue, irritability, blurred vision 3 Risk factors for type 2 diabetes Obesity Too high body weight increases the risk of diabetes. The Body Mass Index (BMI) is a simple and universally accepted for assessing body weight in relation to health for most people aged 20 to 65 years (exceptions are people who are very muscular, athletes, pregnant or nursing.) A BMI over 27 points of risk for the development of type 2 diabetes and other health problems including cardiovascular disease and premature death. Apple-shaped figure People have done it (to bear most of its load is in the trunk of his body above the hips) tend to be more at risk of diabetes than the same weight with a pear shaped body (excess fat especially in the hips and thighs). A waist circumference greater than 100 cm (39. 5 inches) in men and 95 cm (37. 5 inches) in women suggests an increased risk. Sedentary lifestyle Excess weight – another risk factor for type 2 – could be prevented by regular physical activity. A second independent benefit of regular physical activity improves glucose control in people who have type 2 diabetes. Poor eating habits Ninety% of people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes are overweight. Poor nutrition contributes significantly to obesity. Contribute to the amount of fat, too little fiber and too many simple carbohydrates contribute to the diagnosis of diabetes. A balanced diet is, the diagnosis may turn and reverse or prevent type 2. Increasing age It is a sad fact but true. Age increases the risk of type 2 diabetes. Older you get, the greater the risk of type 2 diabetes. Be taxed, even if a person is thin, it could still have diabetes. Scientists suspect that the pancreas Age next to us, and do not pump insulin as efficiently as when we were younger. In addition, as our cells age, they become more insulin resistant as well. Hypertension and hypercholesterolemia High BP and high cholesterol are the hallmark of risk factors for many diseases and conditions, including type 2 diabetes. More than 40 percent of people with diabetes have abnormal cholesterol and similar fats that circulate in the blood. These changes seem to be associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease in people with diabetes combined. Family history and genetics It seems that people who have family members who were with type 2 diabetes is diagnosed at a greater risk for developing themselves. Afro-Americans, Hispanics and Indians have an unusually high rate of type 2 diabetes. A history of diabetes during pregnancy Nearly 40 percent of women with diabetes during pregnancy have the latest in diabetes type 2, again normally within five to ten years after the birth. The birth of a child who weighs more than nine pounds (4 kg) is another symptom of gestational diabetes. Impaired Glucose Tolerance Glucose tolerance or fasting glucose precede the development of type 2 diabetes. These conditions are determined by blood tests. While those involved in these problems is not the diagnostic criteria for diabetes and control blood glucose and response to loads of sugar is considered normal. That represents a higher risk not only for the development of type 2 diabetes (estimated at one in ten progress in type 2 diabetes within five years), but also for cardiovascular diseases. For this group, preventive strategies are needed, including changes in lifestyle and regular screening for diabetes mellitus priority4. Alternative medicine for diabetes – Ginseng Although there are different types of ginseng, the most promising studies on ginseng and diabetes have North American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) is used. These studies have shown that (North American ginseng blood glucose and glycosylated hemoglobin using a form of hemoglobin in the blood can raise levels of blood glucose over a longer time period) levels. Chromium Chromium is an essential trace element that an important role in the metabolism of carbohydrates and lipids plays and helps cells respond properly to insulin. Magnesium Magnesium is a mineral that occurs naturally in foods like leafy green vegetables, nuts, seeds and whole grains and dietary supplements. Magnesium is more than 300 biochemical reactions necessary. It helps regulate levels of sugar in the blood and is for normal muscle and nerve function, heart rate, immune system, blood pressure necessary, and for bone health. Some studies suggest that low magnesium levels can worsen glycemic control of type 2 diabetes. There is also evidence that magnesium supplements may contribute to insulin resistance. Cinnamon Cinnamon is a glycoside improves glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes. The mineral zinc, zinc plays an important role in the production and storage of insulin. There is research showing that people with type 2 diabetes sub-optimal zinc status due to decreased absorption and increased excretion of zinc. Food sources of zinc include fresh oysters, ginger, lamb, pecan nuts, peas, egg yolk, rye, beef liver, lima beans, almonds, walnuts, sardines, chicken, and buckwheat. Although Aloe Vera Gel Aloe Vera Gel is better known as home remedies for minor burns and other skin diseases, recent animal studies suggest that Aloe vera gel can help people with diabetes. A Japanese study evaluated the effectiveness of aloe gel on blood sugar. Researchers have isolated a series of active compounds in the gel of phytosterols, which have been found to reduce blood glucose and glycated hemoglobin. Gymnema Several preliminary studies suggest that the herb Gymnema may lower blood glucose in patients with type 2 diabetes. Since the levels of sugar in the blood Gymnema are low, people must take medication to treat diabetes with insulin or not Gymnema if they are followed closely by the provider of health care Vanadium Vanadium is a trace element naturally in soil and in many foods. It is also produced during combustion of oil. Vanadium has been found to improve insulin sensitivity and reduce blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes. It seems to mimic many actions of insulin in the body. The use of vanadium for diabetes, particularly without the supervision of a qualified health professional work, not recommended as the dose needed to affect the levels of sugar in the blood can be potentially toxic. The typical amount of vanadium in the average diet (less than 30 micrograms per day) seems to have little toxicity5. Leaves of Neem Neem is anti-diabetes Properties. The juice of these leaves are useful in controlling blood sugar in diabetics. Neem is actually a herbal medicinal plant to treat various diseases, including skin problems, infections, hot, ulcers, etc. used Sweet potato leaves, the leaves of sweet potatoes are very important in preventing diabetes by lowering blood glucose. It is very nutritious vegetable. Preparation of sweet potato leaves in the tea used by diabetic patients. Madhuca-The Indian name for Madhuca Madhu lends itself perfectly possess anti-diabetic and is very useful in the treatment of sugar levels in the blood. Mango Leaves The leaves of mango helps lower blood sugar in diabetics. The fresh mango leaves in water overnight with socks. Then they are in the water before it seeps into the morning6. Discussion and conclusion of the management of diabetes with agents free of side effects is still a challenge for the medical system. This has led to demand for natural products with antihyperglycemic activity with fewer side effects increased. Metabolic imbalance is causing a characteristic of diabetes mellitus materialistic world. Differences in social structure, psychological stress, obesity, hormonal imbalances and heredity are the optimization of the growth of the pandemic. The population with diabetes has a tremendous need for effective sanitation. The great variety of medicinal plants traditionally used for their anti-diabetic. However, a careful evaluation, including the viability of these herbs, organic and seasonal variations in activity of phyto-nutrients, metal content of crude vegetable diabetes, toxicity depth and cost of their popularity. These efforts can provide treatment for all and to justify the role of the novel with traditional medicinal plants for potential diabetes. References http://www. diabetesmellitus information. com / diabetes_herbs. htm http://www. umm. edu/ency/article/002072. htm http://www. Diabetes. org / symptoms of diabetes. jsp http://www. PHAC, PHAC. gc. 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We all know that the swine flu has been hitting the people in the United States pretty hard, but it has been hitting women who are pregnant unusually hard. This is why they are most likely to be among the first in line to be advised to get a new swine flu shot this fall.

Pregnant women account for approximately 6 percent of the U.S. flu death since this pandemic began in April, even though they only make up 1 percent of the population in the U.S.

Most of the health officials call that advice unwarranted, but they have agreed that the health risks are very significant. In a recent report, experts from the World Health Organization found that pregnant women appear to be “at increased risk for severe disease, potentially resulting in spontaneous abortion and/or death, especially during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy.” However, the WHO has not yet recommended that pregnant women should get priority vaccinations.

The data from the CDC indicates that the swine flu is at least as dangerous. Of the 302 deaths in the U.S. that were attributed to the swine flue to date, the CDC has detailed information on 266 of the cases. The agency found that 15 of the 266 cases were pregnant women, or approximately 6 percent.

The first American to get the swine flu that lead to death was a pregnant woman from Texas named Judy Trunnell. She was 33 when she died May 5th after she slipping into a coma and giving birth to a health baby girl, delivered by Cesarean section.

Some of the pregnant women that get infected also have other health problems. Trunnell, for example, also suffered from asthma and the skin condition known as psoriasis. However, many of the pregnant women who died were considered to be relatively healthy, which suggests the pregnancy itself is a significant risk, stated Jamieson. “I think the whole concept that this flu only affects pregnant women with underlying medical conditions is incorrect.”

Capsule Endoscopy is a procedure worthy of a scene in a futuristic movie; the patient swallows a vitamin-sized capsule containing a tiny wireless camera, and as the capsule travels through the digestive tract, it takes thousands of color pictures that are transmitted to a recorder worn around the waist.

These images are then transferred to a computer with special software that strings the images together to create a video, which the doctor can then view to look for abnormalities within the digestive tract, particularly in the small intestine, an area that cannot be reached by more traditional endoscopy procedures.

And while the capsule also provides good visualization of the colon, European researchers say it isn’t as effective in detecting pre-cancerous colon lesions and cancer as conventional colonoscopy.

Though not approved for use in the U.S., the first-generation version of PillCam COLON is now commercially available in Europe, Asia, Latin America, Canada and Australia. Homi Shamir, CEO and President of Given Imaging, says they “are working closely with leading gastroenterologists to develop our second-generation PillCam COLON with the goal of increasing its sensitivity and simplifying the procedure for patients who are unwilling or unable to undergo a colonoscopy procedure.” He says the new version is currently advancing through clinical trials in Israel and could be unveiled in Europe at the Gastro 2009 conference this fall.