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Prediabetes, Could It Be You?

November 10, 2017 by Phil Carson Leave a Comment

According to the centers for disease control, one out of three people in the United States have prediabetes, and nine out of 10 Prediabetics DON’T KNOW they are!

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, and I want you to to be aware of this problem that nine out of 10 people do not even know they have. Maybe you have never even heard of the term prediabetes. So what is it? Having Prediabetes means that your blood sugar is higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. If you have Prediabetes, then you may be at risk for type II diabetes. The CDC has developed a simple test to score yourself and see if you are possibly Prediabetic. If your score indicates that you are Prediabetic, then I recommend that you make an appointment with your health care provider as soon as possible.

Type II Diabetes is known as a lifestyle disease and it can be prevented. Statistics show that 15-30% of people with Prediabetes will develop Type II Diabetes within five years. You can prevent and/or reverse your Prediabetic condition, and possibly prevent the onset of Type II Diabetes by incorporating these three simple habits into your daily routine.

The number one thing you must do is learn to eat a more healthy and balanced diet, a diet that includes a good lean protein and fruits and vegetables. In addition, you must drink more pure water and less sugary drinks, such as sodas.
The second habit you need to add to your routine is being more active by incorporating daily exercise. You don’t have to join a crossfit gym, but you do have to get up and be intentional about being active every day. If you haven’t been active in years, just walking 30 minutes a day would make a huge difference in your body.
The third recommendation is to lose those extra pounds you’ve been carrying around. Of course if you do follow my first two recommendations that should happen naturally. If you are diligent, it will be quick at first, which will feel great! It will slowly taper off though, so don’t be discouraged. Just get the ball rolling and it will pick up speed!

Check out my latest episode on The Feeling Good Podcast, “90: Help! We Have an Epidemic – What Can We Do to Stop It?” where I talk about prevention, reversal and management of diabetes.

Schedule a call with me today for a FREE health consultation and find the right coaching package to get you feeling good again!

Healthy Blessings,

Dr. Phil

Dr. Phil’s Top 2 Supplements for Managing Your Diabetes

November 21, 2015 by Phil Carson 1 Comment

There are a lot of blood sugar management supplements on the market but there are only two that I recommend more than any of the others! They are Gymnema Extract and Chromium!

Let me be clear! There is NO drug or supplement that can compensate for poor eating habits if you are diabetic. The number one thing I teach my diabetic patients is that you must practice eating a healthy and balanced diet! Supplements are just as their name implies, a supplement to an already healthy diet. If you are diabetic and you’re having trouble maintaining the proper blood sugar levels, don’t be discouraged. There is hope for you if you’ll follow these recommendations. Before taking any supplements you must have a clear understanding of what it means to properly balance your meals and snacks. When I speak of balance, I mean the correct ratio of the three macro-nutrients that each of your meals and snacks should contain. Those three nutrients are protein, carbohydrates, and good fat. I coach people on how to do this regularly and I also teach it in my Fine in 49 online health course.

Once you’ve mastered the concept of balancing your meals, then I would consider adding the supplement Gymnema Extract. Gymnema is an herbal extract that can help you maintain normal blood sugar levels by regenerating new insulin producing cells in the pancreas and protecting those cells. Gymnema has been around for centuries and I have been suggesting it for years to help my diabetic patients manage their blood sugar as well as support the pancreas. The next supplement that I recommend that you consider adding to your routine is the mineral Chromium. It is believed that Chromium works by potentiating the effects of insulin, and that a deficiency in Chromium could play a major factor in your inability to control your blood sugar.

Several years ago my dad was diagnosed with Type II Diabetes. After several months of struggling to control his blood sugar and taking six pills a day in an attempt to do so, he was still having trouble. I suggested that he try Chromium. I had just read a study published by the USDA that was conducted with 80 Type II Diabetic patients. The majority of these patients, after supplementing with Chromium for an extended time, no longer exhibited symptoms of Diabetes. As for my dad, he began taking the Chromium, and, after a short period of time, he was thrilled to tell me that he went from taking six pills everyday to only one pill a day to control his sugar.

I am not suggesting that you go out and buy a bottle of Gymnema or Chromium today to help you control your blood sugar, however if you are having trouble maintaining healthy levels, I suggest that you talk with your pharmacist or other health care professional about how these two supplements may be able to help you. If you are a diabetic or a prediabetic, I highly recommend that you take your condition very seriously and do everything within your power to maintain a healthy blood sugar level everyday. If you’re unsure whether you are prediabetic, then you are not alone. As I shared in my last blog 9 out of 10 people that are already prediabetic have no clue that they are! Click here to view that blog, and check out the link to the test offered by the CDC.

If you or someone you know is struggling with Prediabetes or Diabetes and would like to have personal health coaching contact me at [email protected]

Prediabetes is one of the reasons why I created the Fine in 49 online health course! To help people reverse that condition and prevent the onset of full on Type II Diabetes, as well as reach their health goals and lead a more balanced, healthy and vibrant life. Our first official class will begin on Monday January 4th, 2016, just in time to begin those New Years Resolutions and make 2016 the best year of your life! Click here for more information!

Another product that I believe can help you reach the healthy, balanced and vibrant lifestyle that you crave is a genetic nutrition and fitness assessment based upon your unique DNA and lifestyle. Click here for a short video detailing the assessment. Click here to check out the product! If you’re interested in achieving a new level of wellness, then please contact me by filling out the contact form on CarsonNatural.com or by leaving a voice message by clicking the “Ask Dr. Phil” Microphone!

Healthy Blessings,

Dr. Phil

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Prediabetes, Are You One of The 9 Who Doesn’t Know?

November 13, 2015 by Phil Carson Leave a Comment

According to the centers for disease control, 1 out of 3 people in the United States are Prediabetic, and 9 out of 10 Prediabetics DON’T KNOW they are!

November is national diabetes awareness month, and I want you to to be aware of this problem that nine out of 10 people do not even know they have. Maybe you have never even heard of the term Prediabetes. So what is it? Having Prediabetes means that your blood sugar is higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. If you have Prediabetes, then you may be at risk for type II diabetes. The CDC has developed a simple test to score yourself and see if you are possibly Prediabetic. Click here to get a copy of the test! If your score indicates that you are Prediabetic, then I recommend that you make an appointment with your health care provider as soon as possible.

The number one thing you must do is learn to eat a more healthy and balanced diet, a diet that includes a good lean protein and fruits and vegetables. In addition, you must drink more pure water and less sugary drinks, such as sodas.
The second habit you need to add to your routine is being more active by incorporating daily exercise. You don’t have to join a crossfit gym, but you do have to get up and be intentional about being active every day. If you haven’t been active in years, just walking 30 minutes a day would make a huge difference in your body.
The third recommendation is to lose those extra pounds you’ve been carrying around. Of course if you do follow my first two recommendations that should happen naturally. If you are diligent, it will be quick at first, which will feel great! It will slowly taper off though, so don’t be discouraged. Just get the ball rolling and it will pick up speed!

Take this risk seriously! The Diabetes epidemic is at an all time high in the United States and in the world today. I encourage you to do your part, start living a healthier lifestyle, and help put a stop to this epidemic! If you’re not sure how to get started with these recommendations and don’t believe you have the will power to do it on your own, don’t be discouraged. You’re not alone, many others, just like you, feel the same way. That is one of the reasons I created the Fine in 49 online health course, to help people reach their health goals and lead a more balanced, healthy and vibrant life. Our first official class will begin on Monday January 4th, 2016, just in time to stick to those New Years Resolutions and make 2016 the best year of your life! Go to www.carsonnatural.com/finein49 to get more information or to sign up today!

If you or someone you know is struggling with Prediabetes or Diabetes and would like to have personal health coaching contact me at [email protected]

Healthy Blessings,

Dr. Phil