In diabetes, the body either does not produce enough insulin or produces insulin that the body does not use properly.Herbs and supplements will not cure diabetes and do not constitute a standalone treatment, but some may combine with conventional treatment to provide relief from symptoms and reduce the risk of complications.Learn more here about types 1 and 2 diabetes.
Here are seven herbs and supplements that may be of benefit to people with type 2 diabetes.
Aloe vera is a common plant with many different uses. Many people are aware of its benefits for skin care, but it may also have other benefits, including slowing the progress of type 2 diabetes.
One review, published in 2013, looked at the use of aloe vera to treat symptoms of diabetes in rats.Findings suggested that aloe vera might help protect and repair the beta cells in the pancreas that produce insulin.
The researchers believed this might be due to aloe’s antioxidant effects.The researchers called for more research into aloe and its extracts to be sure of these effects.
Ways of taking aloe include:
- adding juiced pulp to a drink or smoothie
- taking capsules that contain aloe as supplements
People should not eat aloe vera skin care products.
Aloe vera juice may offer a number of health benefits. Find out more here.
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