take control of blood sugar levels

There are a number of supplements that help promote insulin sensitivity and slow the release of glucose in your bloodstream. Many of us have people with diabetes in our families, and here are some supplements that may help us avoid the same fate:

Cinnamon (a gram in your oats in the morning) can help maintain normal glucose levels and may help maintain normal cholesterol levels. This is the most simple thing you can add to your daily routine to help moderate blood sugar levels.
Vitamin D is necessary to help the body process sugar.
Chromium polynicotinate- works by making your cells more able to absorb insulin.
Gymnema Sylvestre leaf extract (400mg/day) slows the transport of glucose from the intestines into the blood stream, thus helping to maintain normal ranges of blood sugar.
Alpha Lipoic Acid- powerful anti-oxidant that scavenges blood sugar end products and free radicals to prevent cellular damage.

There are supplements on the market that combine some or all of these in one pill. Always talk with your doctor before adding new supplements to your diet.