Dr. William Liye ZhaoChina TCM Center Ltd

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Dr. William Liye Zhao

Licensed to practice Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine.

Graduated of China’s top Medical University.

More than 30 years of experience.

Advised the Alberta Government.

Lectured professional and patient groups

What is Diabetes and Why

Blood sugar levels are high. 70 to 110(mg/dL) of blood

Insulin production is inadequate

Cells do not respond properly to insulin

Type 1 Diabetes

>90% of the insulin-producing cells permanently destroyed

Immune system problem, Viral infection or nutritional factors

A genetic predisposition

Type 2 Diabetes

Insulin resistance80-90% Obesity

Body does not produce enough insulin

Recurring pancreatitis

Hormone unbalance

Insulin receptors

Two main components

Plays a key role in the regulation of glucose homeostasis

Sends out a signal and receives glucose

Insulin moves sugar

Insulin Resistance Insulin resistance,

the body makes excess insulin, but the muscle, liver, and fat cells do not use or respond properly to the insulin. With long-standing uncontrolled type 2 diabetes, the pancreas will reduce the amount of insulin it produces.

Ailments of insulin resistance High blood sugar;

Fatigue;

Sleepiness

Weight gain;

Depression;

Intestinal bloating;

Brain fogginess

Atherosclerosis of Diabetes

Effect on tissue or organsFat rise-Narrow blood vessels-

Atherosclerosis-

Decreased blood flow- Poor circulation Heart Brain Legs Kidneys Nerves Skin

Long-Term Damage: EyesHigh blood sugar can

damage the retina- diabetic retinopathy.

It can cause progressive, irreversible vision loss. It is the leading cause of new cases of blindness in people between the ages of 20 and 74.

Long-Term Damage: FeetFoot sores and

gangrene can occur, even from small injury. In severe cases, infections can go unchecked and result in an amputation.

Oral antihyperglycemic drugsCLASS DRUG

NUMBER OF DAILY DOSES SELECTED SIDE EFFECTS

Biguanides

Metformin 2 to 3 Diarrhea; increased acidity of body fluids (rare)

Extended-release mertormin

1 to 2

Sulfonylureas

Acetohexamide 1 to 2 Weight gain; low sodium in blood (hyponatremia) with chlorpropamide

Chlorpropamide 1

Glimeplride 1

Glipizide 1 to 2

Glyburide 1 to 2

Micronized glyburide 1 to 2

Tolazamide 1 to 2

Tolbutamide 1 to 2

Meglitinide

Nateglinide 3 Weight gain

Repaglinide 3

Thiazolidinediones

Pioglitazone 1 Weight gain; fluid retention (edema)

Rosiglitazone 1 to 2

Glucosidase inhibitors

Acarbose 3 Diarrhea; abdominal pain; bloating

Miglitol 3

Suppressing glucose production by the liver Metformin

Improving metabolismThiazolidinediones

Preventing the digestion of carbohydrates Glucosidase inhibitors

Sulfonylureas to increases insulin secretion.

Acetohexamide Chlorpropamide Glimeplride Glipizide Glyburide Micronized glyburide Tolazamide Tolbutamide

Meglitinide

Mechanism of Antihyperglycemic

Depressed or discouraged

Discourage of Drugs

Side Effects of Drugs

Damage of Kidney or liver

Alternative, natural approach.

Keep blood sugar levels within the normal range.

Reduce insulin resistance. TCM herb formula

nourish pancreas Acupuncture balance

insulin level, reduce stress

Low blood sugar, blood pressure and weight.

Suppress craving Improve metabolism Increase insulinRecover pancreas

TCM herbs & Acupuncture

Diabetes-overweight-Dampness

Miraculous Tortoise The umbilicus (Shen

Que), point from mother.

Fetus’ own zang fu organs

Qi and blood.

Miraculous Tortoise and Bagua.

Bagua >balance <needles

Acupuncture Approach- Diabetes-Overweight

Body’s Yuan(Original) Qi

Original from parents

Used up in the course of life

From umbilicus(Shen Que), through Bagua network to whole body.

Bugua Chart

Tortoise Chart Points

Unique acupuncture help

Diabetes mellitus, Obesity.Coronary artery disease,

hypertension.Digestive problems.Neurological problems. Hormone balance; hot

flush.Infertility.Insomnia, Depression.

Herbs Make Up FormulaTrichosanthes RootNotoginsengHoneysuckle FlowerRhizoma coptidiRhizoma AlismatisPuerariaGanodermal lucidum Ophiocordyceps

Sinensis

Properties: Sweet, bitter, cold, related to the lung and stomach channels.

Functions: clears away heat, toxic substance; nourish body yin, pancreas, stomach and lung.

Applications: Diabetes, dry coughs and carbuncles.

Trichosanthes Root

Anti-hyperglycemic and anti-obese activities.

Help lower cholesterol and triglycerides.

Strengthen the immune system. Increase blood circulation.Prevent atherosclerosis.Protect the liver, pancreas from injury.Enhance sperm motility, enhancing

male fertility.  Inhibit the growth of prostate cancer

cells.

Notoginseng

Help regulate blood sugar levels.

Effective in reducing inflammation, fever and infection.

Promise in treating malignant breast disease.

Combination with Chrysanthemum to lower blood pressure.

Honeysuckle Flower

Berberine significantly inhibited the progression of diabetes.

Hypoglycemic effect.Modulating lipids

metabolic effects.Scavenge free radical.

Rhizoma coptidis

Alismatis Rhizoma (zexie)(AEA)

Belong to protostane-type triterpenes which have hypoglycemic activity.

Increase glucose uptake of cells.

Inhibit alpha-glucosidase activity.

Pueraria (PR) Kudzu Reduce glycemiaImprove the dyslipidemia

conditions.Increase insulin

receptors. Elevate insulin

expression and maintaining metabolic homoeostasis.

Treat several diseases.Beneficial therapeutic

effects on diabetes.The major bioactive

components.Possess anti-oxidant,

anti-tumor, immunomodulatory and immunotherapeutic activities.

Ganodermal lucidum

Ophiocordyceps SinensisIncreased insulin levels

in the blood.Reduce diabetic

complications.Slow down diabetic

kidney damage and pancreatic beta-cell failure.

Reduced pre-cancerous lesions.

Herb Formula Bagua Balance

Yang Balance CapsulesYin Balance CapsulesQi Balance CapsulesBlood Balance CapsulesNourishment Balance

CapsulesCleansing Balance

CapsulesDown Balance CapsulesCalm Balance Capsules

Functions: Increase insulin sensitivity

and reduce insulin resistance.

Reducing the cravings for carbohydrates.

Ingredients: Trichosanthes Root, Notoginseng, Honeysuckle Flower

Benefits:

High blood sugar, Diabetes. High blood pressure, Weight control.

Pancreas Nourishment

Over-Weight Down Balance Formula

Reducing or control weight to help diabetes.

Balancing hormone: Yin-Yang balance capsules

Increasing metabolism to get slender

Benefit: loss 1-3 pounds per week.

Control High Blood Pressure

Alternative help to control BPThree Down capsulesTension Free capsules.

Benefit: 2-3 weeks BP is

getting down, especially

for diastolic BP.

Qi Balance Capsules Tonify the life force or energy

Good for the body’s metabolism

Fatigue.

Reinforce, rebuild and rebalance the Qi

Blood Essence Balance Capsules

Help blood to deliver substances to the cells and transports waste.

Nourishment of Body Yin

Nourishment of Pancreas Yin.

Yin & Yang Balance Capsule

Balance the energy

Low blood sugar, blood pressure and lose weight.

Help pancreas recover.

100% natural Chinese Medical.

Absolutely no side effects!

Contact USDowntown Location

142, 1111- 6 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB

Phone: 403-237-6297

Northwest Location

1343A Northmount Drive NW, Calgary, AB

Phone: 403-247-6828

www.zhaotcm.com

Email: dr.zhao@zhaotcm.com