Several dietary supplements have been studied for their potential benefits in managing diabetes. Here are some that have shown promise, based on scientific research:

1. Cinnamon: Studies suggest that cinnamon may help lower fasting plasma glucose levels¹².
2. Chromium: This trace element may improve insulin sensitivity and help control blood sugar levels³⁴.
3. Fenugreek: Research indicates that fenugreek seeds can help reduce blood sugar levels and improve glucose tolerance¹⁵.
4. Vitamin D: Ensuring adequate levels of vitamin D may improve insulin sensitivity and glucose homeostasis¹⁴.
5. American Ginseng: Some evidence supports the use of American ginseng in reducing blood glucose levels after meals³.
6. Aloe Vera: Aloe vera gel has shown potential in reducing fasting blood glucose levels³.

Considering supplements should always be done in consultation with a healthcare provider, especially due to potential interactions with medication and varying quality and purity of commercially available products⁶.

Footnotes

1. Zera Yilmaz, "Supplements for Diabetes Mellitus: A Review of the Literature", PubMed, 2016. ↩ ↩² ↩³

2. Skye A. McKennon, "Non-Pharmaceutical Intervention Options for Type 2 Diabetes", NCBI Bookshelf. ↩

3. GY Yeh, "Systematic review of herbs and dietary supplements for glycemic control in diabetes", NCBI Bookshelf. ↩ ↩² ↩³

4. Pallavi Dubey, "Role of Minerals and Trace Elements in Diabetes and Insulin Resistance", NCBI. ↩ ↩²

5. Lourdes V. Cross, "Safety and Efficacy of Dietary Supplements for Diabetes", PMC. ↩

6. Awanish Pandey, "Alternative therapies useful in the management of diabetes: A systematic review", PMC. ↩