Nutrition for the glands, pancreas, and immune health: for instructors & selfcare 

  

Manganese repairs the pancreas. Food sources of manganese are:

Whole grains                                                                                         leafy vegetables

squash                                                                                                   spinach

kelp

nuts (caution: avoid almonds if you are taking MAO inhibitor medication,

           it can cause blood- pressure to soar when combined.)

 

Vitamin A is an antioxidant needed to maintain the health of the eyes (eyes are often affected by diabetes. Some food sources of vitamin A are:

Carrot juice

Parsley

Spinach

Beet green

Mustard greens

Kale

Dandelion greens

Turnip greens

Broccoli

Apricots

Lettuce

Cabbage

Sweet potato

Papayas

Orange

Cantaloupes

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Vitamin C deficiency may lead to vascular problems with blood vessels. vitamin C with bioflavonoids. Food sources of vitamin C are:

Kale

Parsley

Broccoli

Brussels sprouts

Asparagus

Green pepper

Cabbage

Cantaloupes

Grapefruits

Honeydew melons                                                                                   Oranges

Tangerines

Strawberries

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Vitamin E improves blood circulation, build tissue, help to normalize gland function. A powerful antioxidant that inhibit formation of free radicals. Some food sources of vitamin E are:

Lettuce

Brown rice

Green leafy vegetables

Beans

Lentils

Peas

Wheatgerm

Soybean

Almonds

Sunflower seeds

Spinach

Carrot

Tomato

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Caution: If on MAO inhibitors medication, avoid almonds and soy sauce; they have tyramine, which can cause blood-pressure to soar when combined and can cause a stroke.

 

Vitamin E rids the body of toxic substances when combined with vitamin C and selenium. 

Vitamin C food sources:

Parsley

Broccoli

Spinach

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Selenium food sources of are:

Ginger root

Parsley

Carrot                                                                                                                                  

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Garlic decreases and stabilizes blood sugar levels, enhance the immune system, improves circulation, and (caution) lowers blood pressure.

                                                                                                      Vitamin B Complex improves circulation, and lowers blood pressure; sources are:

Green leafy vegetables

 

Magnesium protects against coronary artery spasm especially in arteriosclerosis. Low levels of magnesium are associated with eye disease.

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Vitamin A plus beta-carotene nourishes the thymus gland (immune function). Beta-carotene is converted by the body to Vitamin A and needed for tissue repair. Source of vitamin A:

Fruits

Apricots

Peaches

Papayas

Dried prunes

Oranges

Cantaloupes

Vegetables

Carrot juice

Parsley

Spinach

Beet greens

Mustard greens

kale

Endive

Oxalis (stemless herb)

Dandelion greens, turnip greens, broccoli

Lettuce                                                                                                   

Cabbage

Watercress                   

Beans

Sweet potatoes                                                                                       Asparagus

Sweet corn

Pecans, and many other foods

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Beta-carotene

Carrot

Kale

Collard greens

Parsley

Spinach

 

Zinc plus copper is needed for the thymus gland, pancreas, sex glands (gonads), and the immune system. Some food source of zinc are:

Ginger root

Parsley

Garlic

Carrot

 

Copper food sources are:

Carrot

Ginger root

Pineapple

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Essential fatty acids are needed to nourish the glands. Some food sources of essential fatty acids are:

Cold water fish as:

Mackerel

Herring

Salmon

Cold-pressed flax-seed oil, Black currant seed oil Borage oil, Primrose oil Whole wheat, Whole rye, and Linoleic acid. Especially cod-liver oil (see label for serving size, take before meal). 

 

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Protein: Essential amino acid are the building blocks of protein which are not maid by the body and must be taken in nutritionally. These are: isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, tryptophan, valine, threonine. Cysteine and tyrosine are limited substitute for methionine and phenylalanine.

 

Isoleucine and Leucine food sources:

Fruits

Papaya

Avocado

Olive

 

Nuts

All nuts except pea nut

Cashew

Sunflower

 

Lysine food sources:

vegetables

Carrot

Beet

Cucumber

Celery

Parsley

Spinach

Dandelion greens

Turnip greens

alfalfa

 

Fruit

Papaya

Apple

Apricot

Pear

Grapes

 

Methionine food sources:

vegetables

Brussels sprouts

Cabbage

Dock

Horseradish

Chive

Garlic

Watercress

 

Fruits

Pineapple

Apple

 

Nuts

Brazil nut

Filbert

 

Phenylalanine food sources:

Vegetable

Carrot

Beet

Spinach

Parsley

Tomato

 

Fruits

Pineapple

Apple

 

Tryptophan food sources:

Vegetable

Carrot

Beet

Celery

Endive

Dandelion greens

Fennel

Snap beans

Brussels sprouts

Chive

Spinach

Alfalfa

 

Valine food source:

Vegetable

Carrot

Turnip

Dandelion greens

Lettuce

Parsnip

Squash

Celery

Beet

Parsley

Okra

Tomato

 

Fruits

Apple

Pomegranate

 

Nut

Almond

 

Threonine food sources:

Lean beef, chicken, liver, cheese, shellfish (caution with these foods)

Nuts, seeds, beans, and lentils

(A person weighing 154 pounds should consume 1050mg of threonine.)

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L-cysteine plus glutathione detoxify the glands of harmful pollutants, they are necessary for insulin production and acts as a powerful antioxidant.

                                                                                                                             

Silica is a most common form of silicon found, which aids in healing the glands and the tissue. Silicon is necessary for formation of collagen for bones and connective tissue. It is important in preventing Alzheimer's disease, osteoporosis and inhibit the aging process in tissues. Levels decrease with aging, so elderly needs larger amounts. Sources of silicon are:

Alfalfa

Beets

Brown rice

Bell pepper

Leafy green vegetables

Whole grain

Horsetail (herb)

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Selenium nourishes the liver and pancreas. Taking up to 200 micrograms of selenium per day is considered safe for most people. Caution: You should not take more than 40 micrograms of supplement daily if pregnant. Food sources are:

Brazil nuts

Brewers-yeast

Broccoli

Brown rice

Chicken (caution)

Dairy products

Dulce

Garlic

Kelp

Molasses

Onions

Salmon

Seafood

Torula yeast

Tuna

Vegetables

Wheat germ

Whole grains

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Kelp is rich in minerals and iodine which are necessary for thyroid gland function. Kelp is beneficial to brain tissue, sensory nerves, and blood vessels. Rich in B vitamins

 

L-Tyrosine supplement promote health and function of the adrenal, thyroid, and pituitary glands. Helps to reduce stress on the body. An effective and safe sleep aid. Caution do not take if take MAO inhibitor drug. Don't take with milk. Usually taken with water or juice on an empty stomach with 50mg vitamin B6 and 100mg vitamin C for better absorption.

 

Essential Vitamins (carbohydrate) Sources:

Fruits and vegetables. Limit carbohydrate to those which have more vitamins, minerals and fiber. Especially those with low glycemic-index ratings of carbohydrate foods as plums, peaches, apples, navy beans. 

 

Complex carbohydrate improves glucose tolerance for both type I and type ll Diabetics, providing there is enough insulin.                                               

Complex carbohydrate can contribute to weight gain, so limit it to those with more vitamins, minerals and fiber as: quinoa, brown rice, wild rice, barley, oats, sweet potato, corn, legumes as black beans, chick peas, and lentils.

(moderate: ex. 1 cup brown rice = 45gm carb = 90 spoons sugar)

Fiber helps to keep a clean colon and prevent constipation.

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Apple pectin should be included in diet. It clears heavy metals, environmental toxins, and radioactive substances. Pectin powder will gel up in the body and drawing to it toxic chemicals. This occurs because of apple pectin’s strong ionic nature (electrically charged mineral ions like calcium and phosphorus). Then it carries toxins out of the body via the bowels. “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” old saying.

• Apple pectin can be purchased as a powder, then mix a tablespoon dose in water. (Herbs high in soluble fiber) follow with adequate water, a 6-to-8-ounce glass of water is usually sufficient.

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PROTECT THE CELLS OF THE BODY

Lactobacillus Acidophilus (L. Acidophilus) is a probiotic that helps protects the colon.

Take 20 minutes before meal with a buffered agent (as milk) to preserve it reaching the colon or take with food. Store in refrigerator, acidophilus can die at high temperatures.

Powdered form recommended: one table spoon of powdered formula or open capsules.

 

Cautions:

• Don’t break the cycle for more than a few days to a week. Bacterial composition in the large intestine returns to pre-supplement levels within 9 days.

• Notify health care professionals and pharmacy when taking supplements.

• May cause flatulence.

• Don’t take if have high fever.

 

                                                       Herbs

 

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Herbs for the pancreas and diabetes

 

Huckleberry (bilberry) - promote insulin production. Reduce capillary fragility. Inhibit clot formation, stabilize tissue, helps regenerate rhodopsin- a light sensitive pigment in the retina of the eye, protects the liver, has anti-ulcerative and gastroprotective effects. It strengthen connective tissue. It is antibacterial, diuretic antiseptic for the urinary tract, anti-aging, anticarcinogen, and is useful for inflammation, stress, anxiety, and night blindness. Nutrients: Calcium, inositol, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, sulfur, zinc, vitamin B1, B2, B3, and C.

Available as a dried fruit, capsule, or extract.

 

Adverse reaction: GI nausea

Caution:

• May lower blood sugar. Blood sugar must be monitored if diabetic. May need to adjust antidiabetic dose.

• Inhibit platelet. Monitor for signs of bleeding.

• Contains tannins, which acts as an astringent. Tip a little bit of milk to make tannins insoluble.

Interaction antiplatelet drug as Warfarin. If on antiplatelet drug don't take this herb. 

 

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             HERBS, DOSE, AND THERAPY CONSIDERATIONS

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       Herbs  have action and side effects. Consult your health care professional before using or changing nutritional regimen.

     Herbal dose follows body weight. A child with weight of forty pounds would get no more than half the dose of an eighty-pound child. Only very mild herbs should be used for young children, such as lemon balm and catnip. Women weighing less than one hundred fifty pounds should start with a lower dosage.

     The more times a medicinal tea is diluted the higher its’ potency. Laxative and detox herbs should not be used if the person is weak or suffering a long-term degenerative condition. Instead use herbs that build up to maintain the body through the crisis and stabilize the condition.

     Tannin is a substance that bind up protein, which can lead to esophageal and stomach cancer. Good news, tannin is rendered insoluble in milk. Use a little milk in teas that has tannins, as black tea, barks as bayberry, cascara, blackberry, some roots as yellow dock, sarsaparilla, comfrey, leaf herb as peppermint, uva-ursi, and cleavers.

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Stress Management is important for the adrenal glands. Adrenal glands are attached to the kidneys and controls the parasympathetic nervous system which includes digestion, circulation, elimination, anti-inflammation, reproduction, and anti-stress (fight or flight).

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