Diabetes affects thousands of individuals each year. There are many theories on the causes of this illness. In reality, there are probably several conditions that lead to diabetes. Most experts agree that a healthy diet and exercise are important factors in controlling diabetes. Can nutritional supplements help in our fight against diabetes? There are different opinions among experts on the effectiveness of nutrients in this arena. Under FDA guidelines, we cannot say that a nutrient prevents or cures any illness. There are hundreds of testimonies that indicate that certain nutrients, such as chromium picolinate, lipoic acid, omega-3 fatty acids, and Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA), have a positive effect on symptoms involved with Type II diabetes.

There are two known types of diabetes, Type I and Type II. With Type I, the pancreas fails to produce the amount of insulin that is required to control serum levels of glucose. Generally, these individuals must take insulin intravenously. There are many theories on what causes Type I diabetes. Genetic factors, infectious agents that may cause an immune disorder, and an immune disorder that is precipitated by a mutant protein called GAD that is secreted by the same cells that secrete insulin, are possible causes.

One theory is that the immune system attempts to attack the cell that produces the mutated protein. It suppresses and eventually destroys this cell which also produces insulin. Another theory is that an infectious agent attacks the pancreas. The immune system attacks the infectious agent and subsequently suppresses or destroys the insulin-producing cells that are infected. Once the cells are actually dead, there is no way to revive them. If the immune system ceases the attack while the cells are only suppressed, the cells may begin to produce insulin again.

Scientists who believe that a dysfunctional immune system or an infectious agent is involved in some cases of diabetes are looking to immune modulators for help. One such immune system modulator has captured the attention of several health experts. Rob Robertson, M.D., a physician for 24 years, and Mark Blatstein, the director of the Philadelphia chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, are experts who feel that transfer factors can play an important role in addressing these factors.

We have had astounding testimonies from customers and distributors on how transfer factors have affected their bodies in such a way as to relieve some of the symptoms of Type I diabetes. In theory, transfer factors have suppressor factors and bio-feedback mechanisms along with the “information molecules,” which could be modulating the immune system. A condition such as diabetes is very complex, and we would not encourage anyone to stop traditional treatment.

With Type II diabetes, the muscle cells become desensitized to insulin. The insulin is no longer able to move glucose from the blood into the cells. This is also referred to as “insulin-resistant or adult onset diabetes.” In a few cases, insulin receptor sites may be blocked and/or damaged from a virus. The effect of transfer factors on the immune system could help the symptoms in this situation.

With either type of diabetes, the danger of infections in the outer extremities is a major concern. An alert and modulated immune system will be beneficial in controlling these infections. Transfer factors are 500% more effective in modulating the immune system than any other nutrient recorded in medical literature.

There is another condition, referred to as syndrome X (magnesium deficiency), where fluids are separated from white blood cells, producing Type II symptoms. In this case, Fibro AMJ™ (daytime formula) has a positive effect on restoring a magnesium balance.

Exercise, both aerobic and light weight lifting, have been found to assist in resensitizing the muscles to insulin, which is a key factor in Type II diabetes. The above information is intended to be informative and not intended to diagnose or treat any illness. We suggest that, if you have a medical condition, you consult a physician.

See What Others Have to Say

“My first cousin has had [diabetes] for 62 years...Her foot doctor, who is an advocate of Transfer Factor™, had her call me and get Transfer Factor™...They thought she was going to lose a foot and she mega-dosed on Transfer Factor™ for two weeks...She lost a toe, not an entire foot.” Mark Blatstein, director, Juvenile Diabetes Foundation

“I have a daughter who is diabetic...Today we went to see her endocrinologist and her hemoglobin report was in the fantastic range, and I know it is because of her taking Transfer Factor Plus™...We are very strong believers in Transfer Factor™.” Donna Wilkinson, TX

“I think a product like Transfer Factor™ needs to be at the root of any prevention program, particularly in the compromised patients, for example, the diabetics...with an increased risk of diabetic amputation, with wounds, and all of the things that we see...We need to have products like Transfer Factor™ at the core of preventative medical programs...We need to get this to the general public. They are at risk also with this expanding epidemic of diabetes.”    Dr. Neal Donohu, Director of Surgery, President of World Walk Foundation

"I have had diabetes for 38 of my 49 years and I've had kidney disease since 1986. In August of 1999, I went for my quarterly blood test for my kidneys. The physician called me after the test was taken and said, "Not only are your kidneys functioning well, after fourteen years, their function has improved dramatically." My BUN (blood urea nitrogen) was near normal after fourteen years of it being almost twice as high as it should be because my kidneys weren't filtering well. The only supplemental change in my life was transfer factor plus. Only once in my life did I endorse a product. I've been on an insulin pump for seven years, and I've allowed my name, face, and testimony to be used nationally. This is the second time, and it took alot to convince me. Not only did it reverse my kidney disease, but this is the first year in sixteen years that I haven't gotten a flu shot or gotten the flu or bronchitis"   Marc H. Blatstein  (Marc H. Blatstein is the Former President of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation.)

"My husband Nelson was diagnosed with diabetes in January of this year. When Nelson went to the doctor his blood sugar count was 450 within 3 months we had it back down to 110. The doctors office even called our house in astonishment about how quickly things had gotten back to normal. Especially since in monitoring Nelson every week, the doctor was concerned that the medication he had given Nelson was not working properly. That is when we added Transfer Factor Plus. Within 3 days Nelsons blood sugar levels started to drop.

Also with diabetes comes certain skin diseases, one of which is psoriasis. Nelson has had it very severely on his head, that he was embarrassed when he was out due to flakes or getting his hair cut because it looked so awful. It would itch so badly that in his sleep he would scratch his head to the point of bleeding. Then 4-Life came out with TF Immune Spray with colloidal silver. We started spraying that on his head every night. Not only has the severe itching gone away, but his head is clearing up and the psoriasis is going away.

We are both very grateful to this company for the products they have come out with that help us have a much better quality of life."  Mickey B

This information has not been evaluated by the FDA or 4Life™ management. This information is not intended to promote 4Life™ products as a medical cure. I suggest that you consult your physician for medical assistance and not to drop traditional medical therapy without consulting your physician. It is my opinion that nutrients do not cure disease but do support your immune system, which does protect and cure illness. In reviewing testimonies, keep in mind that it is possible to experience what is referred to as a “placebo effect,” an illusionary response to what you believe.