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Battlefield Acupuncture
Only a few persons are trained in the world in this exciting form of treatment for Pain. Just a few needles
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Qigong for Diabetes
Written by Kristi Runyon |
Wednesday, 06 January 2010 11:45 |
Millions of Americans have type 2 diabetes and fluctuating sugar levels can cause major health problems. New research shows there could be a more natural way to combat the disease with ancient Chinese medicine. Type 2 Diabetes According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 24 million Americans have diabetes. Type 2 is the most common form, accounting for 90 to 95 percent of all cases. Most people with type 2 diabetes are overweight, sedentary and have a family history of the condition. Qigong Researchers estimate about a half-million Americans use Qigong. The techniques reportedly relax the body and improve respiration, blood flow, heart rate and digestion. Qigong for Diabetes Researcher, Amy Putiri, M.S., says the investigators found participants in the Qigong group had significantly lower levels of fasting blood glucose, improved ability to use insulin (less insulin resistance) and reduced stress. They also lost weight. Participants in progressive resistance training had some decreases in blood glucose, but the results were inconsistent and not significant. Those in this exercise group were also more likely to gain weight. Researchers don’t know exactly how Qigong may help lower some of the markers associated with type 2 diabetes. Putiri believes meditation, slowed movement and breathing exercises promote relaxation and reduce stress, which may improve how the body functions. In addition, she says Qigong restores the mind-body connection and the harmony between the pancreas, kidneys and liver. The findings from the Bastyr study are expected to be published in the January 2010 issue of Diabetes Care. Other small studies suggest that Qigong may also be beneficial as a complimetary therapy for patients with metabolic syndrome and elevated glucose levels.
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