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It is a disease characterized by increased levels of glucose in the blood as a result of defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both (Hinkle & Cheever, 2014).

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Chromium is known to enhance the action of insulin , a hormone critical to the metabolism and storage of carbohydrate, fat, and protein in the body. ("Diabetes and Dietary Supplements," 2018).

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Has shown promising effects in prevention of diabetes, as well as for management of blood glucose. Studies have shown significant reduction in fasting blood sugars and lowered A1c. Available as a capsule or juice. Professional supervision is recommended for treatment of the disease. This remedy should not be used during pregnancy or by men considering fathering a child (Braun & Cohen, 2015).

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Has been shown to increase the activity of insulin, resulting in lower glucose levels. Can be used in the powdered form or as a fluid extract (Braun & Cohen, 2015).

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Difference between Type 1 Diabetes and Type 2 Diabetes:

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Difference between Type 1 Diabetes and Type 2 Diabetes:

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Type 1: Occurs when the pancreas produces little or no insulin. Usually onset is early childhood /adolescents. ("Type 1 diabetes - Symptoms and causes," 2017).
Type 2: The body does not use insulin properly. This is called insulin resistance.  At first, your pancreas makes extra insulin to make up for it. But, over time it isn't able to keep up and can't make enough insulin to keep your blood glucose at normal levels. ("Type 2," 2018).

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Has been found to improve fasting blood sugar and increase insulin sensitivity by taking 1g capsule 3 times daily (Braun & Cohen, 2015).

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A herb that has ben know as the "sugar buster" has been used since the 6th century in traditional Indian medicine.   It reduces the amount of glucose that is absorbed in the intestines, stimulates the secretion of insulin and stops active glucose transport in the small intestine (Braun & Cohen, 2015 p.538).