Insulin Resistance & Menopause, By Joseph Collins, RN, ND - Protocols to Restore and Maintain Healthy Blood Sugar Function


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				Addressing the Special Needs of Insulin Resistance in Perimenopause, Menopause & Postmenopause Insulin resistance develops due to multiple causes, most of which are modifiable by healthy lifestyle and dietary habits. Genetic predispositions can be significantly influenced by healthy lifestyle and dietary habits as well. Therefore, maintaining ideal glycemic balance and avoiding insulin resistance requires first & foremost healthy lifestyle and dietary habits as discussed in the Integrative Management of Endocrine Dysfunction document. When addressing insulin resistance, Glucobrium should be the first choice. Then, it is important to focus on specific hormonal imbalances that may precipitate or contribute to abnormal blood sugar and insulin resistance, such as decreased estrogen function and excessive androgen function. Estradiol improves blood sugar (blood glucose) metabolism and decreases risk of developing hyperinsulinemia and insulin resistance ^{1, 2, 3, 4}. It increases the uptake of glucose by muscle cells ^{5, 6}. Excessive testosterone levels can result in insulin resistance ⁷ with increased glucose and insulin levels ⁸. Increased testosterone levels may also contribute to increased obesity (since high insulin levels increase fat storage) ⁹ and increased risk of heart disease and diabetes ^{10, 11}. Suboptimal function of thyroid hormones and inadequate amounts of docosahexaenoic acid, an essential fatty acid, are also associated with insulin resistance. Consider the following if indicated:
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Blood Sugar Disorders
Feelings of fatigue, anxiety, or any other symptoms that worsen after a meal suggest that there is an unhealthy shift of blood sugar levels. Though blood sugar disorders (dysglycemias) can range from low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) to high blood sugar (hyperglycemia & diabetes), all forms of blood sugar disorder should be treated seriously. The drop in blood sugar after eating is often a predecessor to insulin resistance, which eventually results to diabetes.
Glucobrium should be used if fatigue occurs after eating, especially if there are blood sugar disorders in family. More information on Glucobrium
Decreased Estrogen Function:S
Dropping estrogen levels bring about decrease sensitivity to insulin, resulting in the progressive onset of insulin resistance. When there are other signs of estrogen deficiency:
		Estro-Mend^™ - The unique isoflavone complex in this formulation includes Pueraria lobata, which provides puerarin. Human studies suggest that puerarin can improve insulin function⁽¹²⁾. Though there is no consensus in the medical literature, it appears that phytoestogens may also decrease the progression of insulin resistance. More Information on Estro-Mend^™
Excessive Androgen Function:
Excessive testosterone in women often leads to insulin resistance; an association is seen in women of all ages. When there are other signs of excessive androgens:
		Testo-Quench^™- This formulation is best used by women with androgen excess disorders. By calming the affects of the excessive androgens in these women, this formula can help protect tissues that are sensitive to the effects of excess testosterone – such as insulin resistance. The Fenugreek in this formulation has a specific ability to improve insulin function⁽¹³⁾. More Information on Testo-Quench^™.
Decreased Thyroid Function
Suboptimal thyroid function is strongly associated with insulin resistance and diabetes ⁽¹⁴⁾, and should especially be considered a possibility when there is diabetes or other blood sugar disorders in the family.
		Thyro-Mend^™ This unique combination of seaweeds and herbs synergistically supports all seven key functions associated with optimal thyroid health. More information on Thyro-Mend^™
Inadequate Essential Fatty Acid:
Low docosahexaenoic acid levels do not allow proper function of insulin and blood sugar. Blood sugar metabolism is improved by the ability of DHA to improve insulin sensitivity and function by increasing the number of available insulin receptor sites on the plasma membrane.
Opti DHA - provide high DHA:EPA ratio of essential fatty acids to improve cell membrane “listening” to hormones, including insulin. More information on Opti DHA
Also Review:
			Protocols based on Menopause Primary Concern
			Integrative Management of Endocrine Dysfunction

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