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Supplements for diabetes? Wishful thinking
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Although chromium, ginseng, and cinnamon show some promise for helping people with type 2 diabetes, overall the evidence does not support the use of supplements at this time. More research on safety, effectiveness, and optimal usage is needed. Discuss any medications or herbal supplements with your doctor before taking them.
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diabetes, supplements, diet, herbs, vitamins, minerals, alternative medicine, blood sugar, cinnamon bark
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Rated on: 1/25/2017 10:08:04 AM
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