Exam 3: supplements Flashcards by Aurora Anaya | Brainscape

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supplements

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Alpha-lipoic Acid

Chromium

Cinnamon

Berberine

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Alpha-lipoic Acid

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Antioxidant

Involved in energy and protein metabolism

May boost body’s ability to use insulin: T2 might help increase insulin sensitivity

May improve symptoms of neuropathy (comp of diabetes)

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Chromium

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Mineral

Enhances insulin action

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Cinnamon

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May improve fasting BG but not A1C

Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects

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Berberine

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May improve fasting BG and A1C

Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects

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