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Page 16| Abby's Magazine - www.AbbysMag.com Step 3: Take These Supplements for Diabetes 1. Chromium Picolinate: Taking 200 micrograms of chromium picolinate three mes daily with meals can help improve insulin sensi vity. A review published in Diabetes Technology and Therapeu cs evaluated 13 studies that reported significant improvement in glycemic control and substan al reduc ons in hyperglycemia and hyperinsulinemia a er pa ents used chromium picolinate supplementa on. Other posi ve outcomes from supplemen ng with chromium picolinate included reduced cholesterol and triglyceride levels and reduced requirements for hypoglycemic medica on. 2. Cinnamon: Cinnamon has the ability to lower blood sugar levels and improve your sensi vity to insulin. A study conducted at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, Calif. found that the consump on of cinnamon is associated with a sta s cally significant decrease in plasma glucose levels, LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Cinnamon consump on also helped increase HDL cholesterol levels. To take advantage of the many health benefits of cinnamon, add one teaspoon to food, smoothies or tea. You can also take one to two drops of cinnamon essen al oil internally by adding it to food or tea, or combine three drops of cinnamon oil with half a teaspoon of coconut oil and massage it into your wrists and abdomen. 3. Fish Oil: Taking a fish oil supplement can help improve markers of diabetes by reducing triglyceride levels and raising HDL cholesterol levels. Research published in the Journal of Research in Medical Sciences shows that omega-3 fa y acids found in fish oil are necessary for proper insulin func on, preven ng insulin intolerance and reducing inflamma on. To use fish oil as a natural remedy for diabetes, take 1,000 milligrams daily. 4. Alpha Lipoic Acid: Alpha lipoic acid is an an oxidant that helps turn glucose into fuel for the body. It effec vely improves insulin sensi vity and reduces symptoms day, which can come from vegetables (like Brussels sprouts, peas and ar chokes), avocados, berries, nuts and seeds, especially chia seeds and hemp seeds. • Foods high in chromium: Chromium is a nutrient that's involved in normal carbohydrate and lipid metabolism. Foods high in chromium can improve the glucose tolerance factor in your body and naturally balance out blood glucose levels. It plays a role in insulin pathways, helping bring glucose into our cells so it can be used for bodily energy. Broccoli has the highest amounts of chromium, but you can also find it in raw cheese, green beans, brewer's yeast and grass-fed beef. • Magnesium-rich foods: Magnesium can help regulate blood sugar levels because it plays a role in glucose metabolism. Research shows that diabetes is frequently associated with magnesium deficiency. Ea ng magnesium-rich foods, like spinach, chard, pumpkin seeds, almonds, yogurt and black beans, can improve type 2 diabetes symptoms. • Healthy fats: Medium-chained fa y acids found in coconut and red palm oil can help balance blood sugar levels, and they serve as the preferred fuel source for your body rather than sugar. Using coconut milk, ghee and grass- fed bu er can also help balance out your blood sugar levels, so include these foods into your meals and smoothies. Clean protein: Ea ng protein foods has a minimal effect on your blood glucose levels, and it can slow down the absorp on of sugar. Some of the best sources of clean protein include wild-caught fish, which contains omega-3 fats that reduce inflamma on, grass-fed beef, organic chicken, len ls, eggs, and bone broth. • Foods with a low glycemic load: The glycemic index of a food tells you about the blood glucose-raising poten al of the food. Foods that have a high glycemic index are converted into sugar a er being eaten more quickly than low glycemic foods. If you are figh ng diabetes, s ck to low glycemic foods like non-starchy vegetables, stone fruits and berries, nuts, seeds, avocados, organic meat, eggs, wild-caught fish, and raw pastured dairy.