Herbal Treatments for Insulin Resistance

Insulin resistance typically occurs when insulin receptors have a poor response to the chronic overproduction of insulin. When there is an overproduction of insulin, there is also an abnormal fluctuation in insulin levels as well as receptor failure. A diet that is full of refined carbohydrates can be the cause of oscillating insulin levels. There are several herbs that are known to treat insulin resistance.

Natural treatment

• Cinnamon works to increase insulin receptors sensitivity by enhancing the enzymes responsible for this increase. Your blood glucose levels can be lowered by an average of 30 percent by implementing one gram of cinnamon into your daily diet. Diabetic patients often suffer from abnormal lipid levels and high oxidative stress. Cinnamon will also aid in the stabilization of your lipid levels and reduce oxidative stress. You can use cinnamon powder of an extract to treat diabetes.
  Fenugreek can lower the blood glucose levels by an average of 45 percent. It is also works at modulating glucose metabolism, increasing insulin receptor sensitivity and aiding in the balance of blood lipid levels of diabetics. Capers and ginger works to increase sensitivity to insulin. Coriander is great to add to your diet to enhance insulin secretion. Garlic, capers and coriander work to replicate the effects of insulin in the body.

  Vinegar works by inhibiting the way carbohydrates are digested in your intestines, which lowers your blood sugar. The acetic acid in vinegar is what affects your blood sugar. Vinegar can be used as a marinade as well as a salad dressing. Apple cider vinegar can be used as a salad dressing and will have the same effect.

Vitamins and minerals

• A small dosage of Vitamins A and E will work to improve insulin sensitivity. There is vitamin A and E stored your liver; to prevent toxicity, you should only take these vitamins in small dosages. Vitamin A is also found in foods that contain beta carotene such as spinach, carrots or apricots. Spinach is among the richest beta carotene green vegetable. Protein plays an essential part in treating insulin resistance; it works to lower the impact that sugar from carbohydrates has on blood sugar and insulin levels. This is effective because protein slows down the absorption of these sugars.
  People that suffer from insulin resistance often have a magnesium deficiency. If the magnesium levels in your red blood cells are low, you should add 700 mg of magnesium supplements to your daily diet. A zinc deficiency is also associated with obesity and weight gain. A hormone called leptin is found in Zinc; this hormone will lead to over-eating, which results in weight gain. Insulin resistance is associated with being overweight.