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Purslane – Nutrient-Rich Blood Sugar Control Purslane (Portuluca oleracea) is an ancient herb discussed in Greek medical scripts, and was even mentioned in the book of Job in the Bible…Purslane is rich in many nutrients, including vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids, and polysaccharides…By stabilizing blood glucose concentrations, purslane may help to control blood glucose related appetite cravings, and help protect the body from the negative effects of high blood sugar levels. Biotin and Chromium – Perfect Partners for Glucose Control Biotinis a B-vitamin that is absolutely necessary for our bodies to process glucose properly. In fact, in cases of biotin deficiency, the pancreatic islet structure – the “birthplace” of inulin – is altered as well. If you’re deficient, your body’s ability to respond to glucose levels is severely compromised. Biotin has been proven for glucose control in cases of type 1 and type 2 diabetes. An Iranian study found that it reduced A1C and fasting blood sugar levels in individuals with poorly Benfotiamine – A Powerful Form of controlled type 1 diabetes. Vitamin B1 Chromiumis an essential trace mineral Benfotiamine is a form of vitamin B1– for blood sugar metabolism. It activates insulin also known as thiamin – that is retained in the receptors, helping to prevent the build-up of body at 5 times the concentrations of stanglucose in the bloodstream. If you have just dard water-based thiamin. Thiamin helps the been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, or have body metabolize carbohydrates effectively, to elevated blood sugar levels, getting chromium turn those calories into energy. Without it, not into your regimen is important. only do sugars not break down as they should, Take Charge of Your Blood Sugar (leaving more in the bloodstream), but your Levels and Your Life chances of oxidative damage and inflammaDiabetes is an epidemic, but you don’t tion in the blood vessels increase. have to become a statistic. By simply changing just 3 things—food choices, exercise, and including extensively-researched ingredients to your regimen, you can fight this potentially disabling and life-threatening illness. You have the power to take control and make a difference. Getting your blood sugar under control can add years to your life and give you many healthy tomorrows.  For complete details, go to https://www.terrytalksnutrition.com/health-articles/stop-diabetes-and-get-your-blood-sugar-under-control/ www.pneupathforliving.com  29