Supplements for High Blood Sugar
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Chromium
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Chromium is a mineral that helps to metabolize glucose. Many multivitamins contain only trace levels. Supplemental chromium combined with vanadium will give the best results.
Fenugreek
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Fenugreek supplements contain ground, dried seeds of the Trigonella foenum-graecum plant. Studies from India indicate that is has beneficial effects on blood sugar levels.
Alpha-Lipoic Acid
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Also known as ALA, Alpha-Lipoic Acid is an antioxidant that moderates blood sugar levels. There is no recommended daily allowance for ALA, but according to a University of Maryland study, 800 mg is the suggested dose for diabetes support.
Ginseng
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Ginseng has been used for centuries as a general tonic. Research from the University of Toronto indicates that American ginseng can reduce blood sugar if taken before a meal.
Cinnamon
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Commonly used as a spice, cinnamon possesses healing properties. Studies from Pakistan have shown lowered blood sugar levels in patients with adult-onset diabetes when they took as little as 1 g of cinnamon a day.
Zinc
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Zinc helps your body regulate insulin. Your multivitamin probably contains zinc; consult your doctor before increasing your zinc intake.
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