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"Serves 1 Sweet cinnamon Oatmeal 6 ounces oatmeal, cooked (room temperature) 11/2 ounces dried apricots, chopped pinch of cinnamon Combine all ingredients. Mix well. Serves 1 Nutty Banana Breakfast 6 ounces barley, cooked 3 ounces banana, mashed 1 1/2 ounces walnuts, chopped 2 tablespoons barley malt Combine all ingredients and mix well. Serves 1 Vermont Maple Squash_ 6 ounces spaghetti squash 1 tablespoon maple syrup 11/2 ounces brewer's yeast pinch of cinnamon Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cut squash in half, remove the seeds and discard." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.) "Serves 2 Almond cinnamon Millet_ 6 ounces millet 1 1/2 ounces almonds, blanched and chopped 1 1/2 ounces brewer's yeast pinch of cinnamon Cook millet in a saucepan in 13 ounces water. When water comes to boil, lower heat and cook until water is absorbed. Stir occasionally. Add remaining ingredients. Mix well. Serves 1 Tropical Sunrise_ 6 ounces basmati rice, cooked (room temperature) 3 ounces pineapple, cut into bite-size pieces 1 tablespoon honey pinch of cinnamon Combine all ingredients. Mix well." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"Add cinnamon to your diet. Recent studies show that cinnamon stimulates circulation and boosts the ability of insulin to metabolize glucose and carry it into cells for energy production. • Drink water! Drink water! Drink water! I can't stress this enough. Eight to ten 8-ounce glasses a day. You've heard it before. But do it. Water flushes toxins through the kidneys, keeps your body hydrated, and contributes to weight control in several ways: (1) It swells fiber in your stomach. That makes you feel fuller. (2) It reduces fat stores in the body." - Stephen Sinatra, M.D. and James C., M.D. Roberts, Reverse Heart Disease Now: Stop Deadly Cardiovascular Plaque Before It's Too Late (Get the book.)

"People taking cinnamon had decreases in blood sugar ranging from 18 to 29 percent. Although you can buy cinnamon in capsules, it is far less expensive to purchase the ground spice and sprinkle it on oatmeal or fruit, such as apples, cantaloupe, or berries. Take 1 to 6 grams daily. One gram of cinnamon is about one-quarter teaspoon of the spice, so 4 grams would equal 1 tea-spoonful. Ginseng. Several studies have found that American ginseng {Panax quinquefolius) can lower glucose levels in both diabetics and nondia-betic subjects by 20 to 38 percent." - Jack Challem, The Food-Mood Solution: All-Natural Ways to Banish Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Stress, Overeating, and Alcohol and Drug Problems--and Feel Good Again (Get the book.)

"Cinnamon improves glucose and lipids of people with type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Care 26, 3215-3218. 134. Altschuler, J. A?Casella, S. J., MacKenzie, T. A., and Curtis, K. M. (2007). The effect of cinnamon on A1C among adolescents with type 1 diabetes. Diabetes Care 30, 813-816. CHAPTER J 3 Nutrition Management for Gestational Diabetes MARIA DUARTE-GARDEA University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, Texas Contents I. Introduction 607 II. Screening and Diagnosis 609 III. Complications 609 IV. Nutrition Management 610 V. Clinical Outcomes 615 VI. Pharmacological Agents 616 VII." - Ann M. Coulston and Carol J. Boushey, Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease (Get the book.)

"Sip Your Medicine Broadhurst says the best way to use cinnamon to help lower blood sugar and improve type 2 diabetes is to put three rounded tablespoons of ground cinnamon in V: to 1 teaspoon of baking soda (less if sodium is a problem for you) in a 32-ounce (quart) canning jar. Fill the jar with boiling water and let it steep at room temperature until it's cool. Strain or decant the liquid, discard the grounds, put a lid on the jar, and stick it in the fridge. Drink one 8-ounce cup of the tea four times per day." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"Not only does cinnamon activate essential enzymes in the body thus stimulating the receptors in the cells so they will respond more efficiently to insulin, but it also inhibits the enzymes responsible for deactivating the insulin receptors, causing insulin resistance. cinnamon bark actually contains calcium, chromium, copper, iodine, iron, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, and vitamins A, Bi, B2, and C, many of which are important for the prevention or treatment of diabetes. cinnamon in capsules is also available. Researchers from the U.S." - Dr David W Tanton, Ph.D., Antidepressants, Antipsychotics, And Stimulants - Dangerous Drugs on Trial (Get the book.)

"Remedies that kill Candida are garlic, caprylic acid, berberine, black walnut, cinnamon bark oil, grapefruit seed extract, tea tree and oregano oil. According to studies by Nigel Plummer PhD, a microbiologist who works with Seroyal, only garlic and cinnamon have been shown to have no toxic effects in the body. Probiotics are also helpful in treating dysbiosis. They can be taken to improve one's own beneficial bacteria. It is best to use a standardized supplement that is kept in the fridge. (Acidophilus found in yogurt may not have any live culture left after delivery." - Heather Caruso, Your Drug-Free Guide to Digestive Health (Get the book.)

"And though the tree and its leaves, roots, and bark all smell and taste of cinnamon, these husks are the true spice." Under the command of Gonzalo Pizarro, two thousand soldiers ventured into the jungles of Ecuador, searching for these fruit treasures. After over two years lost in the forest, only eighty naked, hysterical stragglers made it back to Quito—without any cinnamon fruits. Speciation, or the emergence of new life-forms, thrives in isolation. Over time, species separated geographically end up evolving into novel forms." - Adam Leith Gollne, The Fruit Hunters: A Story of Nature, Adventure, Commerce and Obsession (Get the book.)

"Cinnamon bark actually contains calcium, chromium, copper, iodine, iron, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, and vitamins A, Bi, B2, and C, many of which are important for the prevention or treatment of diabetes. cinnamon in capsules is also available. Researchers from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Agricultural University, Peshawar, Pakistan, found that less than one-teaspoon (one gram) of cinnamon worked just as well as higher doses, at reducing blood glucose levels 20 percent on some 60 volunteers." - Dr. David W. Tanton; Ph.D., A Drug-Free Approach To Healthcare, Revised Edition (Get the book.)

"After taking the cinnamon supplement for only three months, her fasting blood glucose levels improved to an average of 98 mg/dL, and her postprandial levels averaged 118 mg/dL. Impressed, she then added chromium, coffee berry extract, and benfotiamine to her daily regimen, and her blood sugar levels improved so much over the next few months that her doctor told her she could stop taking metformin. She continues to be drug-free, is taking all four supplements, and her blood glucose levels remain good: 90 mg/dL average for fasting levels and 114 mg/dL average after meals." - Steven V. Joyal, What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Diabetes: An Innovative Program to Prevent, Treat, and Beat This Controllable Disease (Get the book.) "Nutraceuticals also can influence gene expression. cinnamon extracts, for example, can be helpful in controlling glucose levels, as can barley extracts, which appear to work similarly to the antidiabetes drug metformin. These and many more examples of nutraceuticals that can help you influence the expression of your genes are discussed in chapter 8." - Steven V. Joyal, What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Diabetes: An Innovative Program to Prevent, Treat, and Beat This Controllable Disease (Get the book.) "Or have oatmeal for breakfast several times a week and change the flavor each time: try adding flaxseeds (don't cook with flaxseeds or flax oil, because the high heat can damage their delicate essential fats), cinnamon (this spice actually offers great benefits for blood sugar regulation—more on this in chapter 8), berries, or chopped figs. Increasing the amount of fiber in your diet with foods and soluble fiber supplements until you reach your target should take several weeks or longer, depending on how quickly you adapt to the increase and what your current intake is." - Steven V. Joyal, What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Diabetes: An Innovative Program to Prevent, Treat, and Beat This Controllable Disease (Get the book.)

"Serves 6 to 8 Banana Heavenly Delight_ 1 cup rice or soy milk 4 tablespoons Egg Replacer 4 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 teaspoons almond extract 1/4 cup pure maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 cup sliced bananas 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 cup agar flakes 1/4 cup roasted pecans In a medium saucepan, bring the milk, Egg Replacer, extracts, syrup and nutmeg to a simmer. Stir constantly with a whisk and use a tapered spoon to make sure the bottom doesn't burn. Once thickened, remove from the heat and stir in the banana slices, and chill for 2 to 4 hours." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"All vegetables except cooked carrots and cooked beets All sea vegetables Non-sweet fruits: tomatoes, avocados, cucumber, red pepper, lemons, limes Fats and oils: flax oil, hemp oil, sesame oil, walnut, almond, sunflower, and avocado, coconut (not more than 1 tablespoon per day) Nuts and seeds (except cashews), coconut pulp Superfoods: Klamath Lake blue-green algaes (E-3Live is the most active), spirulina, chlorella, Green Superfood powder mixes Sweeteners: stevia, cardamom, cinnamon Salt: Himalayan and Celtic sea salt RAINBOW GREEN CUISINE, PHASE 1.5 (ADDITIONS TO PHASE 1.0" - Gabriel Cousens, There Is a Cure for Diabetes: The Tree of Life 21-Day+ Program (Get the book.)

"In addition, there is new and exciting research regarding the use of cinnamon. Whenever you are battling type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, or Syndrome X, it is absolutely necessary to maintain a low glycemic load carbohydrate diet, with no more than 40 percent of the calories coming from preferably low glycemic load carbohydrates. The monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fatty acids such as alpha-linolenic acid and other omega-3 fatty acids in addition to higher dose proteins do not require a significant insulin release for metabolism." - Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D., The Sinatra Solution Metabolic Cardiology (Get the book.)

"Nut mylkto cover Flavor with your favorite spices, such as: cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla, coconut flakes, and coconut oil. Add a pinch of salt, and sweeten with licorice root powder or stevia. Serves 1. Oatmeal 1 cup rolled oats 1 cup water 1 tablespoon coconut oil dash salt Boil water in saucepan, add salt. Add oatmeal and oil. Stir on medium heat for 5 minutes or according to directions on box. Serves 1. Seed and Nut Mylks General directions for making seed and nut mylks: 2 cups soaked or unsoaked seeds or nuts 8 cups blessed water Place seeds or nuts in the blender." - Gabriel Cousens, There Is a Cure for Diabetes: The Tree of Life 21-Day+ Program (Get the book.)

"In tests performed at Kansas State University, cinnamon knocked out heavy doses of ?coli added to apple juice. The more cinnamon, the less ?coli. When it was added along with commercial preservatives, the ?coli bacteria virtually disappeared within three days. Despite this good news, don't swirl a cinnamon stick in your juice and think you're safe from ?coli. Experts aren't recommending an exact method just yet. For the time being, select pasteurized apple juice and add cinnamon just for good taste. Safest way to eat sprouts Seed sprouts may seem like the perfect health food ?" - Editors of FC&A, 1001 Home Health Secrets for Seniors (Get the book.)

"A cup ground flax seed (or flax meal); keep leftover flax refrigerated 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder '/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon lA teaspoon ground nutmeg lA teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1. In a medium-size sealable container, mix all ingredients except dates. 2. Cut dates lengthwise down one side, open them, and remove pit. Now fill the open date halves with the nut mixture. Close the halves and eat. 3. Serve with a glass of red wine or skim milk. 4. Refrigerate any unused nut mix. For more recipes and cooking tips, go to www.thevitamind cure.com." - James Dowd and Diane Stafford, The Vitamin D Cure (Get the book.)

"Bacon and other pork. 16. cinnamon. 17. Mustard. 18. Bananas. 19. Grapes and raisins. 20. Coconut. 21. Onions. 22. Berries, particularly strawberries. 23. Peas. 24. Celery. 25. Spices, including turmeric, cloves, and curry. 26. Kidney beans. 27. Melon. 28. Pineapple. 29. Mushrooms. 30. Peppers 31. Plums. 32. Barley. 33. Beef: 34. Chicken. In contrast, some foods are seldom reactive. These foods are a good source of nutrition for people who are trying to restrict commonly reactive foods." - Kenneth Bock, Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma, and Allergies: The Groundbreaking Program for the 4-A Disorders (Get the book.)

"Dosage: To achieve therapeutic effects similar to those in the studies above, you will need to eat 1/4 to 1 full teaspoon of powdered cinnamon a day. This is easy to do with smoothies, teas, and nut and seed my Iks. CAYENNE Also known as the common chili pepper, this herb contains the element capsaicin, which alleviates nerve pain (neuropathy) associated with diabetes. HOLY BASIL Holy basil, known as the herb of Vishnu, is considered in India to be an adaptogen, improving immunity and generally strengthening the body." - Gabriel Cousens, There Is a Cure for Diabetes: The Tree of Life 21-Day+ Program (Get the book.) "Chia Smoothie 1 cup chia seeds 7-8 cups blessed water Optional: 1 cup ice Optional ingredients: Add superfood nutrition with cinnamon, nutmeg, star anise, licorice root powder, mesquite, carob, stevia, superfood green powders, spirulina, chlorella, blue green algae, and/or maca. Also, 2-4 cups of any fresh green can be added to make a super chia green smoothie. (Note: If adding greens, use less water.) Place seeds in blender, with any or all of the optional ingredients listed. Fill halfway with water, add ice, and blend to a creamy consistency." - Gabriel Cousens, There Is a Cure for Diabetes: The Tree of Life 21-Day+ Program (Get the book.)

"Place in bowl, stir in cinnamon, and top with flaxseed. SPEEDY CHILI Serves 6 1 cup water 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 small bell pepper, diced Vz cup fresh tomatoes, crushed 2 cups cooked black beans 4 ounces diced green chilies 1 teaspoon ground cumin Heat xh cup water in a skillet and add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook over high heat, stirring often, for 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes, beans, remaining water, chilies, and cumin. Simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes." - Steven V. Joyal, What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Diabetes: An Innovative Program to Prevent, Treat, and Beat This Controllable Disease (Get the book.)

"They come in different flavors like raisin cinnamon, plain, and chocolate. To prepare, all you do is pop them in the oven and bake for eight to ten minutes. You can find mochi on the web (www.grainaissance.com/mochi.html) or in health-food stores. • Oatmeal. You can buy organic ready-cut oats in bulk for just a few dollars. To prepare, cook oats in boiling water for three minutes. Turn off the heat, then add a tablespoon of agave nectar, a teaspoon of ground flax, put in cereal bowl, and serve. You can top with fresh organic berries if you'd like. • Smoothies." - Deirdre Imus, Growing Up Green: Baby and Child Care: Volume 2 in the Bestselling Green This! Series (Green This!) (Get the book.) "Preparation time: 25 to 30 minutes 2 ripe organic bananas 2 tablespoons organic cinnamon powder 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 cup organic agave nectar 1 Vi cups organic flaxseed, finely ground (flax meal) Vi cup purified water 1 cup organic sweet potato or pumpkin, mashed 2 cups organic carrots, shredded 2 organic apples, peeled and finely diced (or shredded) 3 cups organic rolled oats 1 cup organic oat flour 1 cup organic spelt flour 1 Vz cups organic almond butter 3/4 cup organic coconut flakes % cup organic walnuts (or pecans), finely chopped Preheat oven to 350°F." - Deirdre Imus, Growing Up Green: Baby and Child Care: Volume 2 in the Bestselling Green This! Series (Green This!) (Get the book.) "Virgil's is a blend of spices, anise, licorice, vanilla, cinnamon, clove, wintergreen, sweet birch, molasses, nutmeg, pimento berry oil, balsam oil, and oil of cassia. The only sweetener used are the molasses (which has lots of iron) and the natural sweetness of the birch and vanilla. Virgil's is gluten free, too. To make the root beer float, put two scoops of vanilla Soy Delicious ice cream in a parfait glass or tall drinking glass, then pour the Virgil's root beer all over the ice cream and serve with a straw. This blue moon treat is as simple as it gets but oh so satisfying." - Deirdre Imus, Growing Up Green: Baby and Child Care: Volume 2 in the Bestselling Green This! Series (Green This!) (Get the book.)

"High-oxalate condiments. cinnamon, parsley, pepper, ginger, soy sauce. The Action Plan: What to Do About Oxalates 1. Monitor your child's symptoms for reactions to oxalates, if they have not responded to the prior diets. 2. Restrict oxalate foods. 3. Continue to monitor symptoms, to see if this diet is helping. 4. Discontinue it, if it doesn't seem to be helping." - Kenneth Bock, Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma, and Allergies: The Groundbreaking Program for the 4-A Disorders (Get the book.)

"Fasting blood Specific supplements: alphasugar (cont'd) lipoic acid, 100-300 mg; hydrosoluble CoQIO, 60-90 mg; cinnamon, 1,000 mg; gymnema leaf extract, 200-400 mg; magnesium, 400-800 mg; chromium pico-linate, 100-200 meg. _ <17pg/L See Fasting blood sugar. _ <6% of total See Fasting blood sugar. If HGB weight reduction, exercise, and supplements do not improve percentage, consider pharmaceutical therapy. Ask your physician about Metformin, a glucose-lowering medication. Aim to reach or improve these CoQIO blood levels when the following medical conditions are present: 2.0-2." - Stephen Sinatra, M.D. and James C., M.D. Roberts, Reverse Heart Disease Now: Stop Deadly Cardiovascular Plaque Before It's Too Late (Get the book.) "Recent studies show that cinnamon stimulates circulation and boosts the ability of insulin to metabolize glucose and carry it into cells for energy production. • Drink water! Drink water! Drink water! I can't stress this enough. Eight to ten 8-ounce glasses a day. You've heard it before. But do it. Water flushes toxins through the kidneys, keeps your body hydrated, and contributes to weight control in several ways: (1) It swells fiber in your stomach. That makes you feel fuller. (2) It reduces fat stores in the body." - Stephen Sinatra, M.D. and James C., M.D. Roberts, Reverse Heart Disease Now: Stop Deadly Cardiovascular Plaque Before It's Too Late (Get the book.)

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