From vitamins, to minerals, to functional supplements, there’s a lot of information about what you should be taking when you have diabetes and what might help lower blood sugars.
People with diabetes can take supplements, and in some circumstances, when recommended by your physician, should be taking supplements regularly.
A quick trip to the vitamin or supplement section of your local grocery store or health food store and you’ll notice there’s often a whole section devoted to blood sugar-related supplements. Can these supplements actually lower blood sugar or cure diabetes? While some may help by making blood sugars a bit easier to manage, no supplement can cure any form of diabetes. And no supplement should be used in place of a medication without specific guidance and direction from your physician.
I know these supplements often come with unrealistic promises that are very enticing. But, I cannot stress enough the importance of discussing any and all supplements with your healthcare team. Some blood sugar related supplements may interact with certain medications, and can have potentially dangerous side effects.
Also, a supplement should not be used in place of a balanced and healthy diet. I would much rather you be getting your daily needs from food than from supplements. That being said, there are some occasions when a supplement may be needed.
*This post is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, opinion, treatment or services. This post and the links contained in it provide general information for educational purposes only. The information provided in this post is not a substitute for medical care. It should not be used in place of the advice of your physician or registered dietitian.*
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