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Supplements for High Blood Sugar

Supplements for high blood sugar can bring hyperglycemia under control. Combine these supplements with a healthy diet and exercise program for the most benefit.

  1. Chromium

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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

    • Zinc helps your body regulate insulin. Your multivitamin probably contains zinc; consult your doctor before increasing your zinc intake.

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