Micronutrients Diabetes
Nutrient
Suggested daily dose
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To enhance the action of insulin and help control blood glucose
Vitamin E
Chromium
Vitamin C
800 mg. Begin with 100 mg/day and gradually increase dose
200-1000 |g chromium
1-2 g; can be taken as complex with bioflavonoids
Can enhance insulin sensitivity and reduce needs for oral hypoglycemics and/or insulin.5-7 Reduces platelet aggregation and risk of thrombosis
As a component of GTF, helps control blood glucose and decrease need for insulin or hypoglycemic drugs.1-3 Can be taken together with 5-10 g brewer's yeast
Can help regulate blood glucose, strengthen small blood vessels, and reduce risk of early heart disease8-10
To prevent mineral deficiencies that impair glucose tolerance
Magnesium
Multimineral supplement
400-600 mg
Balanced formula containing at least 15 mg zinc
Magnesium deficiency is common in diabetes. Supplements may help control blood glucose and protect against cardiovascular disease11 Helps replenish urinary losses
To treat diabetic neuropathy
Omega-6 fatty acids GLAas 1-4 g evening primrose Beneficial in treating neuropathy1
Myo-inositol Vitamin B complex oil
High potency supplement containing at least 50 mg thiamin and vitamin B6
Beneficial in treating neuropathy13 Neuropathic symptoms may respond to supplemental thiamin and vitamin B614
To help control newly-diagnosed type 1 diabetes Niacinamide 1-3 g; begin with 500 mg/day and increase gradually
Supplements in newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes can reduce insulin requirements and extend the time before beginning insulin.15 Avoid nicotinic acid, anotherform of niacin, which can be harmful in diabetics
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