Water in type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus

Diabetes is characterized by disruption of all types of metabolism, including water-salt. Failures in glucose assimilation due to insulin deficiency lead to its accumulation in the body. This leads to fluid loss and unquenchable thirst. The question arises, should one drink water without restrictions or should one restrain oneself?

Benefits

The hormone insulin, produced by the pancreas, takes part in many metabolic processes, but its main purpose is to reduce the level of glucose concentration in the blood. Without it, glucose can not get to the human organs and tissues, and therefore deprived of the main source of energy. Insufficient fluid inhibits the transportation of insulin, so the benefit of water is obvious - it lowers blood sugar. How much water can I drink with diabetes? Specialists answer - without restrictions. [1]

Contraindications

A lot of water will harm in renal failure, when there is excess fluid in the body, swelling. Mineral waters are therapeutic, so each of them has its own contraindications. So, "Borjomi", "Donat" can not be drunk in exacerbations of gastrointestinal pathologies, kidney problems, internal bleeding.

What kind of water can I drink when I have diabetes?

Obviously, you can drink ordinary water, adhering to this rule: it must be warm. Thirst should be quenched at any time, even during meals. A few sips in this case will not hurt, and will help digest the food. During the day you should drink up to 2 liters, not taking into account tea, coffee, compotes, first courses. The morning should start with a glass or two, since during sleep the body was deprived of it.

Water can also be used to improve pancreatic functionality if mineral water is consumed.

What mineral waters can I drink when I have diabetes?

Studies have shown that drinking mineral-rich mineral water is very useful in diabetes - it activates insulin receptors, accelerating its synthesis. Metabolic reactions depend on the speed at which insulin enters the bloodstream. This is the basis of water treatment of the disease. So what mineral waters can be drunk with diabetes:

• Table water - weakly mineralized, it can be drunk in unlimited quantities, the therapeutic effect on the organ does not have a therapeutic effect, but helps to cleanse from toxins and toxins;
• Donat" water - contains chromium, zinc, selenium, necessary for stimulation of insulin synthesis, and hydrocarbonates, regulating the constancy of blood reaction. Drink it for 15-20 minutes before meals in the volume of 150-200ml and in a few hours there is a reduction of one-third of the blood sugar level, in addition to falling cholesterol and blood pressure. A full course of treatment leads to a reduction in the dose of insulin and a 2-fold increase in the number of its receptors on the cell membrane;
• Essentuki" water - named in honor of the town where it is extracted. All springs are numbered and appear in the name. The water "Essentuki-4" is used for treatment of diabetes. This is a hydrocarbonate-chloride sodium water with increased mineralization. Sodium in it is responsible for the normalization of metabolic processes, magnesium is involved in protein and carbohydrate, from potassium depends on blood coagulation, it also resists inflammation.

Water should be warm (^25-350C), and it should be drunk an hour before meals in the volume of 100-200ml. All the nuances of use depend on concomitant diseases and are determined by a doctor.

• alkaline water - it is used to treat diabetes in some countries. It is believed that the pancreatic juice itself is alkaline, so increasing alkaline ions will help neutralize the aggressive effect of acids on the organ and create a favorable microclimate for its functioning;
• "Borjomi" - used in diabetes of any type as a supportive natural therapy. Hydrogen sulfide, carbon dioxide, chlorine ions, sodium bicarbonate, sulfuric acid salts - all this promotes carbohydrate metabolism, normalizes insulin activity;
• carbonated water - sweet sodas are bad for everyone, not to mention diabetics. In addition to the fact that carbon dioxide in its composition irritates the gastric mucosa and provokes excessive secretion of hydrochloric acid, it also contains a lot of sugar, flavorings, preservatives, caffeine. This "rattlesnake mixture" with frequent use can deplete the pancreas and cause diabetes mellitus. Carbonated mineral water reduces acetone, cholesterol, helps to lose excess weight, improves the production of enzymes involved in metabolism. But you can not drink it uncontrollably, but only in courses, because there are negative sides: it interferes with the absorption of calcium, causes flatulence, provokes the formation of gallstones and kidney stones;
• water with lemon - the whole palette of beneficial properties of citrus is just right for diabetics: strengthening of immunity, thanks to vitamin C, beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system, cleansing the body of waste products. However, lemon is an acidic fruit, and acid negatively affects the pancreas. The way out is water with lemon.

It can be prepared as follows: cut one fruit into pieces and pour a glass of water, boil for 5 minutes. After cooling, strain, drink after meals by the tablespoon. To eliminate thirst, you can just plain water acidified with squeezed juice;

• hydrogen water - enriched with hydrogen, it exhibits antioxidant activity against dangerous diseases, has an anti-inflammatory effect, stimulates energy metabolism. Hydrogen molecule is characterized by its small size, which allows it to easily penetrate cell membranes and deliver useful substances to all organs. Numerous studies have proven that regular consumption of hydrogen water reduces blood glucose levels;
• honey water - honey in diabetes is allowed in very limited doses (no more than 2 tablespoons per day). There is another form of its consumption - diluted in water (a spoonful per glass of warm, not exceeding^600Cwater). Honey water is recommended to drink at night, because it is good soothing and allows you to quickly fall asleep;
• living water - has a structured structure, has a great penetrating ability, allowing to cleanse cells from toxins and toxins, and in general, to obtain a health-improving effect.

It does not contain harmful chemicals, dangerous microorganisms, it contains useful mineral ions, negative redox potential, it is alkaline. All this will favorably affect the health of the diabetic.

Living water can be made at home by freezing and thawing, magnetization or with the help of a special stone - shungite.