Diabetes Alternative Treatment

Diabetes Alternative Treaments

Most plant foods are rich in fiber, which helps control blood glucose levels. But some lesser known foods have been found to help with type 2 diabetes, including brewer's yeast, buckwheat, okra, fenugreek seeds and sage.

Supplements

There is not enough scientific evidence to show that dietary supplements have substantial benefits for diabetes. It is very important to not replace conventional medical therapy with an unproven alternative.

• Chromium supplementation has been researched for its effect on glucose control in people with diabetes. However, the results have been mixed.

• Magnesium deficiency has been associated with insulin abnormalities and diabetes complications.

• Vanadium is a trace mineral that has been shown in studies to increase insulin sensitivity. But other studies find no such benefit.

• Polyphenols are antioxidants that can be found in tea, dark chocolate and other dietary sources. Some studies suggest that EGCG, a polyphenol found in green tea, may have a beneficial effect on insulin activity and glucose control.