Would exercise reverse the effects of diabetes?
My father has type 2 diabetes and is going through dialysis because the diabetes has caused his kidneys to fail. I was wondering if exercise would be beneficial to his health. I’m worried that it might be too much of a physical exertion, especially since he is in a weak condition and is frequently tired. But I often hear about the benefits of exercise and the effect it plays in combatting diabetes. Would exercise help my father?
June 25th, 2010 at 4:25 pm
Well, first reading your title, I was ready to reply with a resounding YES! But, it look like it might be past that stage for your father. But, likley in any stage, yes, exercise would help, if he is able to do it. Walking is a great place to start. Just short walks at first, and increase as much as he is able. Its certainly better than nothing.
Prayers for him… and your family.
June 25th, 2010 at 5:00 pm
I found an article that might answer a lot of your questions:
http://www.davita.com/articles/dialysis/index.shtml?id=514
Basically, it says that exercise is a good idea for people on dialysis, even if it’s just a little. The article advises patients to, of course, talk about an exercise plan with their doctors. Additionally, it lists the following as benefits of exercise for dialysis patients:
* helps with digestion
* increases your energy level
* reduces cholesterol levels
* helps control your blood sugar and blood pressure
* lowers the risk of heart disease
* helps you to sleep better
* helps to decrease stress
Hope that helps; good luck!
Edit: I also wanted to note that exercise might not be able to reverse the effects of diabetes, but it can prevent further damage. Exercise is an excellent way to improve blood sugar control, which is important in prevent diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage). Studies have also shown that the peripheral nerves might be able to begin healing themselves if blood sugar levels are lowered. So, in that manner, it might be able to do some “reversal,” but the main motivation should be preventing further damage.
June 25th, 2010 at 5:24 pm
Not much because the onset of complications has already started.
June 25th, 2010 at 6:07 pm
Yes, exercise is very important! If he’s feeling very weak it would benefit him to even sit and exercise. there are lots of exercises for modified people. Start out with a small bottle of water to do arm curls, then build up to a 5 lb sugar bag. Leg lifts are good too. Just try and get that circulation going.
Good Luck
June 25th, 2010 at 6:33 pm
Your dad’s problem is blockage in the blood vessels. He needs to ‘unclog’ the blockage. Gano will remove toxin and boost oxygen thus he will have improve blood circulation, improve immnune system, etc.
Gano treats the body to fight degerative diseases. Diabetes is one of them which leads to kidney failure. Gano is a type of mushroom. I am a gano consultant. I use 2 types of gano which is cultured in Malaysia and distributed in 85 countries.
June 25th, 2010 at 7:06 pm
Exercise is beneficial, but in your father’s condition, you need to discuss this with his doctor, so if he’s allowed he can do it safely. He has to know his limitations if any and check his glucose before, after and possibly during to play safe. Also make sure he stays hydrated if he does exercise..