[How To] Naturally Lower Your Blood Sugar

By Kevin DiDonato MS, CES--Level 1 Certified Precision Nutrition and Certified Personal Trainer


Do you think just because you’re not a diabetic, that you don’t need to control your blood sugar?

Think again.

Everyone needs to keep their blood sugar levels in mind.

Why?

For one, controlling your blood sugar could trigger your body to burn fat…regulate key hormones in your body…and could even increase your metabolism, allowing you to burn greater amounts of unsightly body fat.

But there is a BIGGER problem that needs to be addressed…

And that is sugar.  The average American takes in nearly ONE POUND of sugar every WEEK!

That’s a lot of sugar to digest, which usually results in out-of-control blood sugar levels.

So what happens when you eat too much sugar?

Well, your body (which is very good at protecting your health and controlling balance) will release insulin.

But here’s the problem: When you eat a lot of sugar, your body may not understand HOW MUCH sugar is currently swimming in your blood.

So, what it does (more of a protective measure) is it produces and releases a TON of insulin into your bloodstream.

And when this happens, your blood sugar levels come CRASHING down!

This makes you irritable…moody…hungry…and shaky.

So what do you do?  Normally you go into seek and destroy mode, looking for anything that could spike your blood sugar, calm your nerves, and control your hunger again.

But this only leads to more insulin…more crashing…and more irritability.

It’s a vicious cycle!

Now, you may be saying to yourself:

There’s got to be a better way!  And there is!

And it’s simple, fast, and effective!  If you use these THREE herbs, then you may be able to better control your blood sugar—and prevent those unruly mood swings and those hard-to-beat food cravings:

1. Gymnema Sylvestre

This plant has been used for nearly 2,000 years as a way to control and treat those suffering from Diabetes.

Native to India and Sri Lanka, this climbing plant has a storied history when it comes to controlling blood sugar.

How does it work?

It works in a two-fold fashion.  First, it may prevent sweet foods from tasting sweet.  This could significantly alter your cravings for sweeter foods.

Secondly, some studies show that this powerful plant may help your pancreas to release insulin, therefore improving glycemic control.

2. Banaba

Banaba is another ancient remedy used to treat diabetes.  Used in the Philippines for centuries, this potent plant has been shown effective for controlling blood sugar and controlling diabetes.

The secret to banaba’s success?

A potent acid—called corosolic acid—could prevent the breakdown of simple sugars (sucrose) in your body.

The end result could be drastically lower and much more manageable blood sugar levels.

3. Cayenne Pepper

This popular spice is probably in your kitchen cupboard as you read this!

Although known primarily for its fat burning and metabolism-boosting ability, cayenne pepper may also be able to control blood sugar levels—therefore possibly increasing the weight loss effect of this powerful spice.

Studies show that when cayenne pepper is mixed with a meal full of carbohydrates, the cayenne effectively lowered both blood sugar levels AND insulin levels!

Why do researchers believe this happened?  The thought is that cayenne may be able to increase the sensitivity of body tissue, namely muscle, to be more sensitive to the hormone insulin.

This could allow the cells to take on the sugar floating in your blood, therefore lowering your blood sugar levels.

Take Home Message

Controlling one’s blood sugar is not just for people with diabetes.

It’s for those who are pre-diabetic and for those who are looking to manage their cravings, boost their energy, and blast away some belly fat.

However, there are many people that have out-of-control blood sugar levels, which create a vicious cycle of hunger, irritability, cravings, and lack of energy.

But there is hope!

The THREE potent nutrients from above, may help control blood sugar levels, which could help control cravings, improve energy, and better manage your blood sugar.

So, if you’re heavier than you would like to be…have unruly food cravings…and experience swings in your energy levels…

…then there is a pretty good chance you’re suffering from blood sugar issues.  And there is no better, simpler fix than including these THREE herbs today!