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| Dark green leafy vegetables contain magnesium, which may decrease fasting glucose and improve HDL concentrations. Photo Credit Getty Images |
Supplements
Several supplements have been studied for their value in managing Type 2 diabetes:
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Chromium: It is an insulin cofactor, meaning that it helps insulin
work. It increases the glucose transporter’s presence at the cell
membrane. It is understood that chromium is necessary for blood glucose
control, but controversial as to whether additional chromium is
beneficial in treatment of Type 2 diabetes. According to the Food and
Nutrition Board of the Institute of Medicine, the recommended dietary
allowance, or RDA, for chromium is 25 mcg per day for women and 35 mcg
per day for men who are 19 to 50 years old. For those over 50, the
recommendation is 30 mcg for men and 20 mcg for women.
