The latest statistics from the American Diabetes Association shows that nearly 21 million people in the United States have diabetes; type 2 diabetes comprises nearly 90 to 95% of all cases. Our body uses sugar, in the form of glucose, as its main source for fuel. Insulin allows the sugar in our blood to enter our cells.

If you are suffering from type 2 diabetes, either your body isn’t producing enough insulin or your cells are resistant to the effects of insulin. When this happens the glucose will build up in the blood instead of entering our cells which will cause the cells to be robbed of energy. If your cells are robbed of energy on an ongoing basis you are risking damage to your eyes, heart, kidneys, or nerves.

There are some natural diabetes treatments that are considered successful in lowering blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes. It is important that you first consult your physician if you are interested in trying a natural treatment in addition to standard treatment. You may want to inform your doctor about any herbs or supplements that you are using as they may interact with the medications you are currently taking and result in hypoglycemia unless properly coordinated.

- Ginseng - Studies have shown that ginseng may improve blood sugar control and glycosylated hemogobin (a form of hemoglobin in the blood used to monitor blood glucose levels over time) levels.

- Chromium - Chromium is an essential trace mineral that plays an important role in carbohydrate and fat metabolism and helps body cells properly respond to insulin. In fact, studies have found low levels of chromium in people with diabetes.

- Magnesium - Magnesium helps regulate blood sugar levels and is needed for normal muscle and nerve function, heart rhythm, immune function, blood pressure, and for bone health. Beware that high doses may cause diarrhea, nausea, loss of appetite, muscle weakness, difficulty breathing, low blood pressure, irregular heart rate, and confusion. It can interact with certain medications, such as those for osteoporosis, high blood pressure (calcium channel blockers), as well as some antibiotics, muscle relaxants, and diuretics.

- Cinnamon - Studies have found that cinnamon improves blood glucose control in people with type 2 diabetes as well as significantly reduced fasting blood glucose, triglycerides, LDL cholesterol, and total cholesterol.

- Zinc - Zinc has been found to play an important role in the production and storage of insulin.

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