13th November 2009
It is World Diabetes Day today, Saturday the 14th November 2009. This day of awareness and action on the global problem of rising diabetes has been a yearly event since 1991. The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organization (WHO) introduced the day of action in response to the alarming rise in diabetes around the world. In 2007, the UN recognised the Day with the passing of the United Nations World Diabetes Day Resolution in December 2006; this made the existing World Diabetes Day an official UN World Health Day.
The global expenditure on the treatment of this problem is estimated to be at least US$376 billion in 2010. According to the latest figures released by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), diabetes now affects 285 million people worldwide.
There are however rays of hope hidden behind the mainstream view of this disease. Raw Freedom’s founder Ms Saskia Fraser said today “The raising of global awareness of this disease is fantastic. People need to know that they are not alone and others need to know what puts them at risk of developing diabetes. The treatment and management of this condition has mostly been about blood sugar testing and insulin shots. This is not the only way to tackle the problem. There is some amazing research coming out of the USA, done by Gabriel Cousens M.D. His ‘21-Day Reversing Diabetes Program’ has had phenomenal results using Raw Food Detox, green juices and and a raw vegan low glycemic diet. His work is based in science and with his background in mainstream medicine his results can be viewed as more than anecdotal. Anyone that suffers from type 1 or type 2 diabetes could benefit from this research and I urge those people to at least read his book and make an informed decision as to how to manage their own condition.”
The idea that some types of diabetes can be reversed is not a universally accepted truth. The ongoing lifetime of daily insulin shots is the official solution to the problem. This raw food transformative approach to the disease is not, however, new. In the 1920’s a Dr. Gerson M.D. used his raw food diet approach, to treating illness, to cure Albert Schweitzer’s Type II diabetes.
The compelling evidence that exists must surely give pause for thought. If nothing else it is an avenue that should be explored by individuals that have diabetes. If, after careful consideration, it is felt that it is not the right avenue for them, then they should be applauded for their self-empowering stance towards the disease and choose the manner in which they choose to move forward.
So on World Diabetes Day please remember that this disease is on the rise and that there are alternatives to insulin. Always consult a professional regarding all health issues before altering any prescribed treatment. Gather all the information you can from as many sources as you can regarding your situation and then make an empowered choice as to what is the right course of action for you.
For more information:
Ms Saskia Fraser on +44 (0)117 902 9398
email: saskia@rawfreedom.co.uk
visit the website at www.rawfreedom.co.uk
