Part 1/2 The Fight Against Diabetes

During Singapore National Rally 2017, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Long mentioned 1 in 9 Singaporeans has diabetes and it is very serious. 


According to the forecast number, 1 in 2 Singaporean have a chance of developing Type II diabetes in their lifetime by 2050. This is a very concerning number.

What is Diabetes?

What is diabetes and how does it develop? As food enters the body, it is broken down into glucose, the basic fuel of the body. The pancreas, an organ situated close to the stomach, secretes the hormone insulin. Insulin enhances cell absorption of glucose in the blood for the body to obtain energy. Thus, insulin plays an important role to ensure the normal functioning of the body. As the insulin-producing pancreatic cells are destroyed in diabetics, insufficient insulin production leads to ineffective absorption of glucose by the cells. 

Diabetes is a killer disease

Diabetes is a killer disease that can have debilitating effects on many organs in the body. It is often associated with other life-threatening ailments such as heart disease, stroke, hypertension, blindness, kidney malfunction, nervous system disorders, dental problems, amputations and pregnancy complications. 

There are 3 types of diabetes

1)Type I diabetes - A type of autoimmune disease. To survive, people with type 1 diabetes must have insulin delivered by injection or a pump. In most cases, type I diabetes has a genetic component and is usually prevalent among children and young adults.  


2)Type II diabetes - The most common form of diabetes accounting to 90-95 per cent of all diagnosed cases of diabetes. Type II diabetes is associated with obesity, family history of diabetes, prior history of gestational diabetes, physical inactivity and diet. 

3)Gestational diabetes

Food Glycemic Index

The sweetness of food is not a good indication of its sugar content. All types of food break down into sugars once they are digested. The lower the glycemic index (GI), the more ideal the food is as a source of nutrition for diabetics. Diabetics must remember that they should not only be concerned about the sugar content in foods, but also more importantly their glycemic index. 

See Part 2/2 How to manage diabetes through NI food

Yours truely

Pei Lin LEE
Excellent Lifestyle Coach
+65 8332 3173

Part 2/2 Worried about Type II Diabetes. Learn how fiber can help you?

How can we be free from diabetes medication?

The key to diabetes prevention lies with a person's daily lifestyle. It is very important to eat a balance diet, exercise and maintain a healthy body weight.

What are the excellent foods for Diabetics?
1) Consume sufficient amount of fiber - Psyllium husk and Wheat Bran

Calorie free fiber is found only in plant food sources. Regular consumption of fiber aids in digestion and can help the removal of toxins from the gastrointestinal tract. Fiber is a natural food processor - increasing the body's ability to absorb useful nutrients while encouraging the motility and viscosity of gastrointestinal contents during digestion.

Psyllium husk and wheat bran among the most fiber rich plant foods. Increase intake of these plant food can help decrease cholesterol levels as well as regulate blood glucose levels. A study revealed that type 2 diabetics who were given 5.1g of psyllium husk for 8 weeks saw a significant improvement in their glycemic and lipid values. There was also a marked decrease in their serum total and LDL cholesterol concentrations.

2) Soy

Soy has a low glycemic index, which means that when digested, it stabilizes blood glucose levels. In addition soy is also a good source of soluble fiber. Soy is easily broken down in the body and is gentler on the digestive system. One complication that arises from diabetes is kidney disease. Over 20% of diabetics develop impaired kidney function that can cause kidney failure. Thus, diabetics must exercise caution when consuming animal protein as high levels may harm the kidneys. Studies have shown that soy protein is significantly better at aiding renal function than animal protein. Besides kidney disease, diabetics often have an increased risk of heart disease and arteriosclerosis. In fact, cardiovascular disease occurs 2-4 times more frequently with diabetics than in the general population. Research indicates that linolenic acid - an essential unsaturated fatty acid found in soybeans - may help to lower the cholesterol levels, reduce the incidence of arteriosclerosis, decrease the fat deposition in arterial walls and thus lower the risk of acquiring coronary heart disease.

3) Bitter Gourd

Bitter gourd is known for its ability to lower blood glucose level. It has antidiabetic benefits and contains compounds like polypeptide-P, charatin and vicine which improved blood sugar levels.

4) Ginseng Berry


Researchers at the University of Chicago recently reported that ginseng berry extract holds promise for the treatment of diabetes and obesity. The nutrient rich ginseng berry contains Ginsenoside Re, a substance that can contribute to the creation of a new class of anti-diabetic medications.

5) Grape seed


Diabetic retinopathy a disease that can lead to blindness is a potential complication arising from diabetes. Diabetes affects the circulatory system of the retina by weakening the arteries in the eye and causing them to leak. The leaky vessels encourage swelling and edema in the retina, thus affecting vision. Statistics have indicated that at least 12 % of diabetics who suffer from diabetes for more than 30 years have lost their sight through diabetic retinopathy. However, researchers have noted that diabetics can effectively treat and prevent the onset of diabetic retinopathy through good nutrition. High on the list of nutritious foods is grape seed extract. Grape seed extract contains a very strong antioxidant called Oligomeric Proanthocyanidin (OPC). This antioxidant is reported to be 20x more powerful than vitamin C and 50x stronger than vitamin E. OPC strengthens capillaries, arteries and veins thus improving blood circulation. In a recent study, 30 diabetics were given 50mg of OPC 3x daily for 2 months while 10 were given placebo pills. The group that received OPC showed improved diabetic retinopathy while the group that received the placebo showed worsened retinopathy. Thus, OPC has proven to be valuable source of nutrition to promote health among diabetics.

5) Acelora Cherries & Blueberries

People who have diabetics have lowered immunity so their ability to fight against diseases and infections is weak. They need high phytochemicals wholesome plants to help fight against free radical damage and to nourish the body immune system.

We have the combination Everstay D, Stay D and Oxyginberry to help control the blood sugar level.

Everstay D contain soybean, psyllium husk, wheat bran and vanilla.

Stay D contain bitter melon, ginseng, blueberry and acelora cherry




Oxyginberry contain cactus, cactus fruit, ginseng berry, grape seed, seaweed and rose.

Sharings from our customers who consume NI food

A 85 year old achieve health through Nutritional Immunology food. He experienced diabetes for 27 years. He manage to reduce his medication. PM me to find out more about how our Nutritional Immunology food can help you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aCyhXkqkeNw


NI food provide a convenience for us to nourish our immune system to regain our health. NI food is not a supplement but real wholesome plant food with no preservatives and no side effects.

Nourish your body with plenty of disease fighting nutrients ie antioxidants, phytochemicals and polysaccarides  through wholesome plant food to prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, cancer and age gracefully.


It is never too late to start living healthy. Being proactive can reduce the risk of complications from diseases and your need for expensive medications.
Yours truely

Pei Lin LEE
Excellent Lifestyle Coach
+65 8332 3173

Taking Glucosamine can cause diabetes

The human body can produce glucosamine (An amino sugar) from glucose and glutamine (an amino acid). As the body ages, it needs more antioxidants to help maintain healthy cell regeneration. A plant base diet rich in glutamine and antioxidants provides the body with material to stimulate glucosamine production and help prevent osteoarthritis. 

Common glucosamine supplements are extracted from chitin a material present in the shells of crabs, lobsters and shrimp. In order to meet the market demand, 80% of the shellfish are farmed in China. To ensure profitability and secure high economic returns, some farmers use antibiotics and growth hormones during cultivation. These chemicals are harmful to humans. In general, animal- derived glucosamine supplements have many hidden danger.

The side effect of glucosamine include insulin resistance. Glucosamine is 10 times more potent than regular glucose in causing insulin resistance in animals. It activates a metabolic pathway in the body that leads to the deterioration of insulin-producing cells in the pancreas and causes insulin resistance, two factors associated with diabetes. High doses or prolonged use of glucosamine can cause death of pancreatic cells and increase the risk of developing diabetes.

Nutritional Immunology on Joint Care

The health benefits by wholesome plant foods far surpass any manmade nutrient. Wholesome plant food are the safest source that the body needs for healing, repair and maintenance.

Nutritional Immunology advocates eating plant foods that can help the body produce collagen as lack of collagen in our body will cause joint degeneration and joint pain. Oxyginberry ingredients are rich in antioxidants and phytochemicals to help the body produce collagen.

Nutritional Immunology advocates eating plant foods rich in glutamine, manganese and antioxidants to stimulate the human body’s natural production of glucosamine. Nutritional Immunology products are called G-ART. G-ART contain (brown algae, spinach, parsley, ginger, Alfafa and cactus)

•  All about glucosamine

• Oxyginberry Beverage - made by 6 Superfoods Rich in Antioxidants. Why Oxyignberry Beverage is a immune food from young to old ?

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Pei Lin LEE

Health Consultant

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Welcome to Eat Healthy and Live Happy.

This blog is created to bring awareness on the concept of the science of Nutritional Immunology and Healthy Eating.

Very often, diseases come knocking at the door without any warning. Therefore we have to start young in doing health maintenance and especially while we are still healthy.

Eat healthily as we are what we eat.

With proper nourishment from wholesome plant food, we are able to build up a strong defence against diseases like cancer, diabetes & influenza.

Choose your plant food wisely and you will be amazed what they can do for you.