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• Avacados contain a seven-carbon sugar that depresses insulin production, which make them an excellent choice for people with hypoglycemia.

• The production of insulin is affected by the functioning of the adrenal glands.  The adrenal glands produce epinephrine, which acts to "turn off" insulin production, among other things.  If the adrenal glands are overstressed and exhausted, they cannot function properly and an over-abundance of insulin may result.  This causes the blood sugar levels to sink below normal, creating a low energy syndrome in the body.

• Injections of vitamin B complex plus extra vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) and liver extract have produced good results for those with hypoglycemia.  Liver extract supplements contain a nutritional substance that aids liver regeneration.  Only liver from organically raised beef should be used.

• Hypoglycemia can mimic menopausal symptoms, especially since it often escalates during midlife.

• In rare cases, hypoglycemia can be triggered by large doses of aspirin or by sulfonamides (sulfa drugs), a class of antibiotics often prescribed for urinary tract infections.

• People who are most prone to hypoglycemia are those taking medications for high blood sugar or diabetes.

• Hypoglycemia is often the underlying cause of misdiagnosed cases of attention deficit disorder (ADD).

• It is estimated that half the people with hypoglycemia who are over fifty have reduced thyroid function and hypothyroidism.

• Caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco cause profound swings in blood sugar levels.  Insomnia can result if any type of sugar is consumed after dinner.  Consuming sugar at any time tends to cause drowsiness and fatigue.

• Some studies have shown that reducing the amount of meat protein in the diet and adding some starches, such as potatoes, may be beneficial.

• Milk allergy is common as this disorder progresses.  Allergy testing is recommended.

Source:  Prescription for Nutritional Healing by Phyllis A. Balch, CNC and James F. Balch, M.D.

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