I was waking up 2-3 times per week with one of my hands or arms completely numb. since reducing my blood glucose levels in the past three weeks it hasn't happened once. i use ice all the time to calm my feet down when they are getting too hot.

Drswami-

Have you been diagnosed with diabetes or hyperglycemia?
If not...what caused you to reduce your blood glucose levels?

I must admit that I have abused sugar my entire life. While I would eat a healthy diet...I have always consumed way too much sugar...usually in the form of candy. My glucose levels on my last 4 tests were 60mg/dL, 86mg/dL, 90mg/dL and 73mg/dL.

I often wonder if my issues are caused by sugar/glucose. I have significantly reduced my sugar comsumption to see if I notice any reduction in symptoms.

Here is a very good video to watch... it is long but right in the middle is an explanation of how fructose (found in sucrose/sugar and high fructose corn syrup) is metabolized by the liver.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBnniua6-oM

It is not just weight problems that it causes, but basically it is poison to some of our systems over time and with high consumption.

Sugar raises insulin levels, and that increases inflammation.

This article explains it well... it is information for everyone, not just women:
http://www.womentowomen.com/inflammation/causes.aspx

Thanks for the links...I will be sure to watch the video today.

I know that everyone is different and for some...a reduction in sugar helps...some it doesn't help. So....fo those that reducing sugar helps...how long after reducing sugar intake should one expect to see positive results...especially a reduction of tingling and burning in the extemeties?

I think many people report fast results with cutting back sugar.
If you cut it all out you may see results in a week or two! Once you reduce sugar and high glycemic intake, you can go back in a month and binge on sugar (ice cream is one thing that will bring back symptoms) and see if your symptoms return quickly.

If you search the net on "insulin resistance" you will find some doctors who believe that many people over 40 start to develop this condition. Insulin resistance leads to inflammation and may lead to type II diabetes (but not in everyone). Our bodies do change with age.

You can look up foods on this resource and see the inflammatory index for them...that is helpful too.

http://nutritiondata.self.com/

I just finished the video...I did fast forward through some of the parts. Simply AMAZING....what is really sad is that I think most of us know that sugar and fructose are...just not how BAD!!!

I stopped taking Prilosec 2 weeks ago and part of my selfcare. Interestingly...I only get acid reflux when I eat high sugar foods. I can eat spicy foods with no problems. I have also seen a reduction in blood pressure. I will be checking my hdl/ldl levels next week...I suspect my hdl will be increased and my ldl's will be decreased.

I have seen a bit of a reduction in cramping in my feet since I reduced my sugar consumption...makes me wonder. I also increased my fiber intake to 50+ grams a day....looks like a smart move according to the video.

While I do not like symptoms in my feet...I am lucky in that they are mild and have caused me to take a look at my diet, supplements and medications. All in all...I am thinking I will be better off then I was before.

tomt...........recently dx with prediabetes.
mrs D.........the video is amazing

Mrs. D

The video is great. I have read many articles about HFCS, but this put it all into perspective...and in terms easy to understand. He does a wonderful job explaining every point.

I've already distro'd this to several people.

Thanks