Super Prescription #1 Chromium
Take a daily total of up to 1,000 mcg. Chromium improves glucose tolerance and balances blood-sugar levels.
Super Prescription #2 Gymnemasylvestre
Take 400 mg of a 25 percent gymneic acid extract daily. Gymnema improves insulin production in the pancreas, as well as insulin's ability to lower blood-sugar levels.
Super Prescription #3 Alphalipoic acid
Take 300 to 1,200 mg daily. Alpha lipoic acid improves insulin sensitivity and reduces the symptoms of diabetic neuropathy.
Super Prescription #4 Vanadyl sulfate
Take 100 to 300 mg daily. It improves glucose tolerance in people with type 2 diabetes. Higher dosages should be used under the supervision of a doctor.
Super Prescription #5 Cinnamon extract
Take 500 mg twice daily. Cinnamon improves insulin sensitivity and utilization.
Super Prescription #6 High-potency multivitamin
This supplies many of the nutrients involved with blood sugar metabolism. Take as directed on the container.
Super Prescription #7 Essential fatty acids
Take a fish oil supplement with a combined total of 1,000 mg of DHA and EPA. Also take 1,500 mg of evening primrose oil daily. Essential fatty acids are needed for proper insulin function, and they support nerve health.
