1
Papaya seed
extract :
Studies have found papaya seed
extract acts as a powerful antioxidant. It also is beneficial for gut health, helps in
weight loss, lowers cholesterol levels, and may have anti-cancer properties. There is
some evidence papaya can manage glucose uptake, improving your body’s ability to use
glucose to prevent blood sugar spikes.
2
Peppermint
leaf oil :
Peppermint leaf has natural
antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, which help your body eliminate unhealthy
pathogens. Peppermint also may improve digestion, freshen your breath, and may support
healthier blood sugar levels by reducing insulin sensitivity.
3
Oregano leaf
oil :
Oregano leaf contains natural
polyphenol compounds that are known to reduce blood sugar levels. It is also rich in
antioxidants, has anti-cancer properties, and may help kill bacteria.
4
Garlic bulb
:
Garlic bulb is widely used for
overall cardiovascular health. It appears to stabilize blood sugar levels and improve
blood sugar management by helping your body better use insulin. Garlic also may improve
immunity, has anti-cancer properties, and has antibiotic benefits.
5
Clove bud
:
Clove bud contains polyphenol
compounds that may reduce after meal blood sugar levels. In fact, one study found clove
extract lowered after meal blood sugar levels by 21.5% in healthy adults and 27.2% in
prediabetics. It also helps to improve liver health, bone health, immunity, and may
prevent stomach ulcers.
6
Slippery Elm
Bark :
Slippery elm bark has been used to
treat wounds, boils, ulcers, and bacterial infections for centuries. It may also support
healthier digestion, relieve diarrhea, and improve immunity. Studies have also found
slippery elm can reduce blood sugar levels, although the exact mechanism isn’t entirely
known.
7
Wormwood herb
:
Wormwood may be beneficial to
balance blood sugar levels and to improve insulin production. Some research suggests
that wormwood bark may also prevent the accumulation of lipids in the blood and reduce
blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. It can also be used to treat Crohn’s
disease and to relieve parasitic infections in the gut.
8
Pumpkin seed
:
Pumpkin seed is rich in
antioxidants and has been linked to a reduced risk of certain cancers. It also has been
shown to improve heart health and reduce blood sugar levels potentially because of its’
rich source of magnesium. More research between the connection is needed though.
9
Black walnut
hull :
Black walnut hull may help to
lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels by “burning up” toxins and fatty materials.
Eliminating these unhealthy materials may improve your ability to control blood sugar
spikes.
10
Marshmallow
root :
Marshmallow root is a perennial
herb native to Europe. It is primarily used to support digestion, improve blood
pressure, for pain relief, to heal wounds, and for its anti-inflammatory benefits. It
also may support various import bodily functions as well.
