Diabetes Management: How to Take Control

Pasig City, Philippines – [November 10, 2021] – Diabetes is one of the most leading health concerns in the world that has affected millions of lives. It is a chronic condition due to elevated glucose levels in the blood caused by the lack of insulin production in the body. If not controlled adequately over time, the disease can cause serious health risks like a heart attack or stroke, visual impairment or blindness, and kidney problems. 

There are two types of diabetes. When the body has little to no insulin production, it leads to Type 1 diabetes. It usually occurs in childhood. Meanwhile, Type 2 diabetes, often seen in adults, occurs when the body fails to respond to insulin, called insulin resistance.  

 

According to a study published by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), an estimated 463 million adults aged 20-79 years live with diabetes. These numbers constitute 9.3 percent of the global population in this specific age bracket.  

 

Due to the rising numbers of people with diabetes recorded in the past several years, the General Assembly of the United Nations established November 14 as World Diabetes Day in 2007. It aims to acknowledge the urgent need to pursue multilateral efforts to promote and improve human health and access treatment and healthcare education. It also advocates for the Member States to develop national policies for the prevention, treatment, and care of diabetes in line with the sustainable development of their healthcare systems. 

 

This time, World Diabetes Day 2021-2023 centers on the theme of Access to Diabetes Care. It reminds authorities that even after creating insulin doses 100 years ago, many people experiencing diabetes still do not have continued access to the care they need.  

 

For people with diabetes, leading a healthy lifestyle plays a crucial role in controlling blood sugar levels. While there are many ways to do so, did you know that plant-based food, such as stevia and barley grass, can help control diabetes?  

 

Here are some of the benefits of these healthy foods for people living with diabetes.  

 

Stevia as an alternative Sweetener  

Due to a lack of insulin production, it’s critical for people with diabetes to watch their food intake and limit or avoid sugar consumption to maintain or reduce their blood sugar levels. So, in many instances, some would consume small amounts to satisfy their cravings or add some taste to their food or drinks. Or some would steer clear of it.  

 

However, there are guilt-free natural sweetener alternatives that you can use with your food or beverages with low or zer o calories than the regular table sugar. One of them is stevia.  

 

Suggested by The American Diabetes Association, The American Heart Association, and The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and approved by the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA), stevia is a natural substitute for sugar. It is obtained from a small perennial shrub’s leaves that originated from North and South America. Its steviol glycoside compounds are 200 to 400 times sweeter than sugar. But it is safe for people with diabetes because it’s a non-nutritive sweetener, which provides less to no calories. 

 

Meanwhile, several studies have shown that stevia can help reduce blood sugar and increase the body’s insulin production. Also, it assists in decreasing cholesterol to prevent high blood pressure. Aside from the mentioned benefits, stevia has medicinal properties for anti-diarrheal, anti-tumor, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory actions. 

 

Now, for a perfect guilt-free partner with your food and drinks, Santé, a provider of premier organic health and wellness products and services, developed Sweet Via, a sweetener made of stevia.  

 

“We know that it is hard to stay healthy these days, especially with the influx of sweeteners everywhere. Made from natural ingredients, Santé’s Sweet Via not only sweetens your beverage but also provides benefits to your health. Now, you can treat yourself without the guilt,” said Joey Marcelo, CEO of Santé. 

 

Sweet Via also contains Inulin, an organic soluble dietary fiber from a chicory plant that promotes digestive health. It provides food for the colon’s beneficial bacteria. In addition, according to some studies, Inulin helps ease constipation, is good for weight loss, and aids in controlling blood sugar levels. 

 

The tagline “Treat Without the Guilt” means that Sweet Via can be the perfect partner for your coffee and other treats. Enjoy the delight of sweetness without the worry of getting your health at risk. 

 

Switching to Sweet Via may feel like such a simple step in changing your diet. But it’s usually the small but attainable efforts to change your lifestyle that yield excellent and consistent results. Coupled with good eating habits and ample exercise, choosing Sweet Via can kickstart significant change for your overall health. 

 

Barley Grass, helping to prevent or control Type 2 Diabetes  

Barley grass, on the other hand, comes from the barley plant’s leaves, a cereal-type crop produced worldwide, used in juices or even supplements. 

 

Apart from vitamins and minerals, like vitamin A and vitamin C, it contains insoluble fiber, which doesn’t break down in the water. It can help you decrease or maintain your blood sugar levels or aid to improve your body’s sensitivity to insulin to manage Type 2 diabetes.  

 

Barley grass also helps to lower bad cholesterol levels, which mitigates cardiovascular risks that usually develop if you have Type 2 diabetes and promotes better heart health. In addition, its high fiber promotes weight loss and good bowel movement. 

 

So, if you want to start taking barley grass to stay healthy, try Santé’s Barley Max^NZ, a barley grass gathered at a young age and made into powder and capsule forms. It has pure organic barley grass certified by BioGro, a leading organic produce organization in New Zealand, abundant in vitamins and minerals. It consists of calcium, protein, carotenoids, dietary fibers, chlorophyll, and many more required by the human body for a healthy diet. 

 

It also aids in boosting the immune system and provide a good level of antioxidants. And because Santé’s Barley Max^NZ is sweetened by stevia, it gives a good taste while helping you control blood sugar levels. Meanwhile, Barley Max^NZ‘s capsule form is in vegetable capsules, making it ideal and better to digest. 

 

Barley Max^NZ and Sweet Via are just two of the many other organic health and wellness products offered by Santé, known for developing a comprehensive selection of everyday barley-based products. They are designed to improve people’s quality of life so they can live more and do more. 

 

Santé’s Barley Max^NZ and Sweet Via are available in leading drugstores, 7/11 stores, and Santé Store (Shopee and Lazada). Get it now and start staying healthy this World Diabetes Day! 

 

To learn more about Santé, visit its website at santebarley.com. 

Why do you need to add Barley Grass into your diet? Here’s a list of its life-changing benefits

Pasig City, Metro Manila – [October 6, 2021] – Nowadays, more and more people recognize the many health benefits of barley grass. Not to be confused with barley wheat, known for its grains and malt used in making bread or beer, barley grass is that young, soft, and green nutrient-dense shoots that crop up on the barley plant before it produces seeds and stems. 

Packed with many nutrients, this grass is considered a nutritional powerhouse that is gluten-free and offers various vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. It has Vitamins A, B, C, E, and K; zinc, calcium, and iron; electrolytes, such as Magnesium, Potassium, and Phosphorus; and phytochemicals like chlorophyll and carotenoids, among other nutrients beneficial for the body. 

Naturally, your body does not produce all the nutrients that you need. Some essential vitamins and minerals can only be found in your daily diet or the supplements you consume. With its many nutrients, consuming barley grass can help you reap many health benefits. 

Here are some of its surprising health benefits that make adding barley grass into your diet truly life-changing.

Promotes Better Digestion. Barley grass is very high in dietary fiber, which promotes healthy digestion. An article posted on WebMD says that the insoluble fibers that barley grass provides feed the good bacteria in your gut, helping you digest food efficiently and keep your intestines healthy. Meanwhile, its soluble fibers help your stomach absorb sugar more slowly, which helps maintain low blood sugar and cholesterol levels.

Helps in Weight Control. Since it is high in fiber, barley grass also aids in weight loss. Fiber is digested slowly in the stomach, so it makes you feel fuller for longer. Barley grass has also been shown to improve appetite control, which also helps in controlling your weight. 

Maintains a Youthful Skin. Barley grass has nutrients that can help regenerate cells not just internally but also on the skin. These nutrients are chlorophyll, iron, and vitamin B that can protect you from ultraviolet rays, a form of non-ionizing radiation emitted by the sun. Too much exposure to these rays can cause premature aging and skin cancer.

Gets Rid of Free Radicals. Vitamins A and C, both found in barley grass, act as antioxidants. These vitamins help fight free radicals that can damage your body. Since it eliminates these toxins, it also helps in lowering the risks of problems, such as decreased skin elasticity and cancer. 

Promotes Bones and Dental Health. Having a strong set of teeth is vital for your daily life as it helps you talk clearly, chew food, and digest food properly. Nutrients such as calcium and phosphorus found in barley grass can are helpful to keep your teeth healthy. They also aid in the prevention of osteoporosis, a bone-weakening condition. Vitamin K, also found in barley grass, can help in bone formation.

Boosts the Immune System. Serving as your first line of defense against disease-causing viruses, it is integral, especially amid the new normal, to strengthen your immune system. Among the nutrients that can provide the added protection you need is Vitamin C, which, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), is the safest and one of the most efficient medicines in maintaining your health.

Keep in mind that Vitamin C is not produced in our body. So, since barley grass is rich in Vitamin C, it can serve as an alternative source of this vital nutrient. 

‘Getting all these benefits, one scoop, capsule at a time.’

To get all these health benefits, you need to consume barley grass regularly—and what better way to do that than taking supplements like Santé Barley MaxNZ. 

Now available on leading drugstores, convenience stores, supermarkets, and e-commerce platforms, such as Shopee and Lazada, Santé Barley MaxNZ is barley grass harvested at a young age into powder and capsule forms. It uses BioGro-certified organic barley grass rich in all the vitamins and minerals mentioned above. 

Stevia also sweetens the Santé Barley MaxNZ Powder. It is a natural source of sweetness with no chemical ingredients, lowers calories, and does not raise blood pressure. It also beats the stereotype that living healthy is de-void of good taste. Meanwhile, the capsule form of Barley MaxNZ comes in vegetable capsules, making it easy to digest and convenient to bring.

This product is just one of the many other organic health and wellness products offered by Santé, known for developing a comprehensive selection of everyday barley-based products. They are designed to improve people’s quality of life so they can live more and do more.

To learn more about Santé, visit its website at santebarley.com.