Before jumping to take a bunch of supplements for blood sugar support, please see my previous post about lifestyle changes to reverse insulin resistance!

Supplements can be a helpful addition but will not have much effect unless you also make lifestyle changes.

That said, let’s look at 5 top supplements for blood sugar support:

💊 Gymnema

Gymnema is an herb that comes from the Ayurvedic tradition. If you taste it directly, it will numb your taste buds so that you cannot taste sweet! The leaf extract is used to support blood sugar.

💊 Berberine

Berberine is a plant compound that’s responsible for the yellow color of herbs like goldenseal and Oregon grape. It supports blood sugar but may also interact with medications or disrupt digestion.

💊 Chromium

Chromium is a trace mineral that’s needed for insulin to function properly. It can be supplemented along with meals to support insulin sensitivity.

💊 Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA)

Alpha-lipoic-acid is not an official vitamin but is similar to B vitamins. It is a powerful antioxidant and also supports blood sugar metabolism.

💊 Magnesium

Low blood levels of magnesium have been found in people with type 2 diabetes. Many people do not consume the recommended amount of magnesium, making it an important supplement to consider.

It’s always best to talk with a health professional before adding supplements into your routine—especially if you are already taking medications.

🎁 This wraps up my post series on insulin resistance! I hope you’ve learned a thing or two. More importantly, I hope you’ve been inspired to take an action or two.

Because lifelong health begins with prevention and that begins now.

If you have any concerns about blood sugar or insulin resistance and want professional guidance and a personalized plan, please call our office to book an appointment 🗓️

✨ Insulin resistance is reversible ✨

Insulin resistance means that the cells in the body have become less responsive to insulin, which leads to elevated blood sugar levels.

If left unchecked, insulin resistance can lead to type 2 diabetes.

That’s why it’s critical to take insulin resistance seriously. Here are some lifestyle changes that can help to reverse insulin resistance.

Did you ever think of numbers 3 or 4?

1️⃣ Weight Loss

Being overweight or obese is associated with multiple changes in the body (including inflammation and leptin resistance) that contribute to or worsen insulin resistance. Studies show that weight loss is one of the best ways to reverse insulin resistance.

2️⃣ Exercise

Exercise not only burns energy in the moment to help regulate blood sugar levels but also builds muscle. Muscle cells more effectively burn sugar than fat cells, even at rest. Exercise is essential to reversing insulin resistance.

3️⃣ Sleep

Didn’t think of this one, did you? Sleep deprivation is a risk factor for increased blood sugar levels, and even one night of a lack of sleep can worsen insulin resistance.

4️⃣ Clean Living

Minimizing your exposure to toxins supports cellular health! Some pesticides increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, and many synthetic chemicals are known to be endocrine disruptors that may contribute to insulin resistance.

5️⃣ Eat for Blood Sugar Balance

The foods you eat have a dramatic effect on blood sugar levels. You can slow the digestion and absorption of sugars from your food by combining carbohydrates with fats, fiber, and protein.

I’d love to know if you or somebody you know has taken action to reverse insulin resistance. Drop me a quick comment below ⤵️

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