Take This To NATURALLY Lower Blood Sugar!

Summary

This video explores natural alternatives to metformin for managing blood sugar levels, particularly for those with pre-diabetes or diabetes. It highlights various options such as inositol, berberine, cinnamon, bitter melon, and fenugreek, explaining their benefits, dosages, and potential side effects. The video also advises combining multiple supplements cautiously, starting with low doses to avoid adverse effects, and emphasizes the importance of regular blood sugar monitoring. Additionally, it encourages a healthy lifestyle, including proper diet and exercise, for better blood sugar management and even diabetes reversal without supplements.

Takeaways

• 😀 Metformin is commonly prescribed for managing high blood sugar, but it can cause side effects like stomach problems, fatigue, and lower vitamin B12 levels.
• 😀 Inositol, a naturally occurring sugar, can help improve insulin sensitivity, lowering blood sugar levels over time, especially when taken in doses of 2-4 grams per day.
• 😀 Berberine, a substance found in plants like goldenseal, helps the body use glucose more effectively and can lower blood sugar, but it may cause stomach issues and interact with medications.
• 😀 Ceylon cinnamon improves insulin sensitivity and contains antioxidants to reduce inflammation, with a recommended dose of 1-4 grams per day.
• 😀 Bitter melon mimics insulin, helping sugar enter cells and reducing glucose production in the liver, and can be consumed in juice, capsule, or vegetable form.
• 😀 Fenugreek slows carbohydrate absorption, stabilizing blood sugar levels. It can be consumed in seed form, powder, or as a supplement.
• 😀 Gymnema Silvestre can reduce sugar absorption in the intestines and help curb sugar cravings, typically taken in doses of 200-400 mg per day.
• 😀 Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) is an antioxidant that improves insulin sensitivity and alleviates diabetic nerve pain, usually taken in doses of 300-600 mg per day.
• 😀 Chromium picolinate helps insulin open cells to absorb glucose, improving blood sugar control, with recommended doses ranging from 200-1000 mcg per day.
• 😀 Magnesium, essential for many bodily functions, helps regulate blood sugar and is best taken as magnesium citrate or glycinate, with a typical dose of 200-400 mg per day.
• 😀 Apple cider vinegar can slow carbohydrate digestion, leading to more gradual blood sugar rises. It's best diluted and taken before meals.
• 😀 Combining multiple natural supplements may be effective, but it's important to start with one at a low dose and gradually increase to monitor for side effects and adjust medications if necessary.

Q & A

What is metformin and how does it work?

Metformin is a common drug prescribed to lower blood sugar, especially for people with type 2 diabetes. It helps the body use insulin more effectively and reduces the amount of sugar the liver produces, which lowers blood sugar levels.

Why might some people want to find alternatives to metformin?

Metformin can cause common side effects like stomach problems (nausea, cramps, diarrhea), fatigue, and can lower vitamin B12 levels over time. For people with kidney issues or sensitivities to medications, metformin may not be suitable.

What is inositol, and how can it help with blood sugar regulation?

Inositol is a type of sugar that the body naturally produces, and it can enhance insulin sensitivity, making it easier for cells to absorb sugar. It can help lower fasting blood sugar and reduce blood sugar spikes after meals.

What is berberine, and how does it compare to metformin?

Berberine is a substance found in plants like goldenseal and barberry. It helps the body use glucose more effectively and reduces liver sugar production, similar to metformin. Some studies suggest berberine may be as effective as metformin for lowering blood sugar.

What are the potential side effects of berberine?

Berberine can cause serious side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, bloating, gas, and drowsiness. Higher doses increase the likelihood of these effects, so it's advised to start with a low dose and gradually increase it.

How does cinnamon (specifically Ceylon cinnamon) help with insulin sensitivity?

Ceylon cinnamon improves insulin sensitivity, helping the body use insulin more effectively. It contains antioxidants that reduce inflammation, which also helps insulin work better in the body.

What is bitter melon, and how does it help regulate blood sugar?

Bitter melon, also known as bitter gourd, helps lower blood sugar by assisting insulin in getting glucose into cells and by reducing glucose production in the liver. It can be consumed as juice, capsules, or in cooking.

What is the role of fenugreek in managing blood sugar?

Fenugreek slows down the absorption of carbohydrates, helping to prevent large blood sugar spikes after meals. Its soluble fiber also aids in digestion, and it can be consumed in seed or powdered form.

How does gymnema silvestre help with blood sugar control?

Gymnema silvestre reduces the absorption of sugar in the intestines, meaning less sugar enters the bloodstream. It may also help regenerate insulin-producing cells in the pancreas and curb sugar cravings.

What is alpha-lipoic acid (ALA), and how does it benefit people with diabetes?

Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) is an antioxidant that aids in converting glucose into energy and reduces inflammation. It improves insulin sensitivity and helps alleviate diabetic nerve pain, such as tingling or numbness in the hands or feet.