Diabetes and metabolic support

Chromium is an essential mineral known to increase the efficiency of
insulin, one of the hormones responsible for the control of blood sugar.
Chromium enhances cellular sensitivity to the hormone by binding with
several amino acids to form a complex known as Glucose Tolerance Factor
(GTF). Studies show that supplementation with chromium improves insulin
action, decreases fasting blood sugar levels and decreases total cholesterol
and triglyceride levels. Sub-clinical chromium deficiency is widespread in
North America, and it is a likely contributor to the increasing prevalence
of Insulin Resistance Syndrome and Type II diabetes.

High dose vitamin C has been shown to reduce the accumulation of sorbitol, a
metabolic by-product of glucose metabolism, known to cause chronic
complications in the diabetic patients.

Vitamin E is also important in the prevention of diabetes. Studies show that
low vitamin E status results in a marked increase in the risk of developing
the disease. Supplementation improves insulin sensitivity and helps reduce
long-term complications.

Like chromium, vitamin B3 is an important component of the GTF and is
central in enhancing the body's sensitivity to insulin.

Several minerals are involved in the prevention and treatment of insulin
resistance and full-blown Type II diabetes; one of the most important is
magnesium. Magnesium deficiency is common in insulin resistance and
diabetes. The mineral is intimately involved in several areas of glucose
metabolism.

Diabetics excrete excessive amounts of zinc, and the mineral must be
replaced through diet or supplementation. Supplementation with zinc improves
insulin levels and accelerates wound healing.

From: "Comparative Guide to Nutritional Supplements"

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