Are there specific supplements he has recommended for years? Are there supplements Dr. Whitaker has had success using with patients to manage blood sugar naturally? Are there different supplements to control blood sugar, target Syndrome X, manage pre-diabetes or beat type 2 diabetes? What about weight loss -- does Dr. Whitaker have suggestions for that?
The short answer (and that's what blogs are for, short answers) is yes, there are many different supplements for diabetes and related blood sugar concerns. Over the next few posts, I'll focus on Dr. Whitaker's favorites, the tried-and-true, and as new ones come along, you'll be sure to hear about them here.
Vanadium: A Cornerstone of the Whitaker Wellness Approach
According to Dr. Whitaker, one of the most effective and intriguing nutritional supplements for managing blood sugar levels is vanadium. This trace mineral lowers blood sugar by mimicking insulin and improving the cells’ sensitivity to insulin. Studies show that supplementation with vanadium (as vanadyl sulfate) markedly lowers fasting glucose and improves other measures of diabetes.
In one study, eight people with type 2 diabetes who received 50 mg of vanadyl sulfate twice a day for four weeks were found to have a 20 percent reduction in average fasting blood sugar, which lasted well after the mineral was discontinued. The only reported adverse effect was minor gastrointestinal distress during the first few days of the study.
Dr. Whitaker's suggested dose of vanadyl sulfate is 30 mg daily. If you need extra support and are under a doctor’s care, you can take up to 100 mg per day.
Pretty powerful stuff. And that's just one of many solutions. Look for more specific recommendations in upcoming posts, and keep the questions coming!
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