The Diabetes Cure Hiding in Your Pantry
Dear Reader,
When it comes to “good for you” foods, you can’t get much better than olive oil.
Research has shown that olive oil is good for your heart, it combats osteoporosis, and it battles depression. It even helps prevent Alzheimer’s disease and brain cancer.
And if that’s not enough, it can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes to boot.
Now the latest research has looked deeper into the olive oil/type 2 diabetes connection to find out what it is about this natural cure that makes it such a powerful blood sugar ally.
There’s a specific compound in olives called oleuropein that is responsible for many of the benefits associated with olive oil.
It has specifically been found to lower blood pressure, improve blood vessel function, prevent DNA damage, prevent cancer cells from spreading, reduce the production of fat cells, improve brain cell function, reduce inflammation, reduce oxidative damage… do I need to go on?
Oleuropein is basically involved in every major process that helps prevent aging and disease.
It also plays a specific role in olive oil’s anti-diabetic properties. Researchers have discovered that oleuropein helps the body secrete more insulin while also increasing the uptake of blood sugar – two actions that directly lower blood sugar levels.
Here’s why this is so important.
When you eat, your body turns food into sugar. Your pancreas then releases insulin, which acts as a type of “key” that unlocks your cells so that the sugar can get in and your body can use it for energy.
But when you have type 2 diabetes, your body doesn’t produce enough insulin, which means it doesn’t have the “keys” necessary to let sugar into your cells. Because it has nowhere to go, the sugar ends up saying in your blood, leading to the high blood sugar levels that are the hallmark of this disease.
So by helping the body secrete more insulin, while simultaneously increasing the uptake of blood sugar by these cells, oleuropein is directly preventing the beginning steps involved in the development of type 2 diabetes… making it a powerful ally for prevention.
Researchers are saying that this knowledge paves the way for new supplements that could help fight type 2 diabetes. But why wait for them to develop supplements, when you likely have the REAL THING in your pantry right now?
It’s easy to get more olive oil in your diet. You can cook with it, use it for salad dressings, or use it as a substitute for butter.
Just be sure to choose your olive oil carefully. I recommend using California Estate Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
To a brighter day,
Dr. Richard Gerhauser, M.D.
Written By Dr. Richard Gerhauser, M.D.
For years he’s been the trusted doctor for celebrities, world-class athletes, and countless seniors looking to reclaim their health.
And now…for the first time ever… he’s making his medical breakthroughs available to readers all across America.
Dr. Richard Gerhauser, M.D. is one of the most pioneering and innovative minds in medicine today – and he delivers cutting-edge cures each month through his Natural Health Response newsletter.
Natural Health Response readers get full access to Dr. Gerhauser’s protocols for chronic pain… heart disease… diabetes… Alzheimer’s… and even cancer. These are the very same treatments Dr. Gerhauser recommends to his own patients at his practice in Tucson, Arizona.
In addition to being a board-certified medical doctor, Dr. Gerhauser has earned two master’s degrees and has served as a clinical professor at the University of Arizona.
And as a physician at the world-famous Canyon Ranch, Dr. Gerhauser treated celebrities from around the world who paid dearly for the type of next-generation health information he provides Natural Health Response readers each month.
View More Free Articles
Vitamin Intervention SLASHES Blood Pressure
There are a lot of risks that go along with being overweight. Obesity increases your risk of 13 types of cancer, type 2 diabetes, joint issues, bone problems, and even mental health. But number one on the list is the increased risk of high blood pressure, which ultimately raises your risk of heart disease and […]
Fat Fix Puts the Brakes on Brain Aging
Your lifestyle is the biggest factor affecting your health. But if you have a genetic predisposition to a particular disease or condition, you might need to amp up the preventive measures you put into practice. For example, some people carry the APOE4 gene, which is known to increase Alzheimer’s risk. Well, researchers have identified a […]
A 243% Increase in Heart Disease Deaths?!
I’ll never understand why doctors think the answer to the heart disease epidemic is at the bottom of a pill bottle. Has no one noticed that no matter how many prescriptions we write for high blood pressure or high cholesterol, heart disease STILL kills more people in the U.S. than any other disease? I have […]
The Holiday Blues: Protecting Your Mental Health
The holidays are a time of joy and connection for many. But for some folks, they’re the most challenging weeks of the year. Between Thanksgiving and Christmas, mental health challenges often peak. With everything from financial worries to the pressure of social expectations, it’s no wonder the holidays bring out the “blues” for so many. […]
Better Blood Sugar in 60 Minutes
Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you have the perfect, peaceful holiday today. But let’s be honest, plenty of us will have to deal with a family member that gets on our nerves. However, dealing with annoying Uncle Al could be the least of your worries because if you’re not careful, the worst thing for your nerves […]
Dr. G’s Holiday Eating Survival Guide
The holidays bring a parade of indulgences—cocktail parties, cookie exchanges, and feasts brimming with carb-heavy, sugar-laden temptations. For the next couple of months, we’ll be surrounded by festive foods and treats we only see this time of year. With all these gatherings, it’s easy to feel torn between enjoying the season and staying healthy. The […]
Simple Ways to Protect Your Mental Health This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is often portrayed as a time of joy, togetherness, and gratitude. But for many, this season can highlight feelings of loneliness, stress, or loss. With pressures from social media, past family conflicts, or even memories of loved ones, Thanksgiving can be challenging for mental health. Fortunately, nurturing your mental well-being in small ways—starting with […]
The Holiday Treat That Lowers Blood Sugar
I’ll admit it… one of my favorite things about Thanksgiving is homemade pumpkin pie. It’s a guilty pleasure this time of year. So, my advice is to go ahead and indulge. But limit it to a slice, and then do your blood sugar a favor by loading up on plain old pumpkin instead. Here’s why… […]
FDA Declares Popular Decongestant USELESS
If you’ve ever turned to over-the-counter (OTC) cold meds for relief from a stuffy nose, well this news may surprise you… The FDA is proposing a ban on oral phenylephrine, the ingredient in many popular decongestants. Why? Because it doesn’t work. Despite being the main decongestant ingredient in OTC brands like Sudafed PE, Tylenol Cold […]
5 Ways to “Beat the Bloat” This Thanksgiving
As we prepare for Thanksgiving week, there’s a lot to look forward to and be thankful for. Family gatherings, football games, great food, and even better desserts top the list. Then there are all the leftovers. It’s not a holiday that’s known for moderation. But if you’re not careful, overdoing it on Thanksgiving could leave […]