7 herbs and supplements for type 2 diabetes

Diabetes is a lifelong condition that affects the blood sugar and insulin levels in the body. Treatments include lifestyle strategies and sometimes medication, but some complementary therapies, such as herbs and supplements, may help.

In diabetes, the body either does not produce enough insulin, or it produces insulin that it does not use effectively.

Herbs and supplements cannot cure diabetes and or be a standalone treatment. But some, in combination with conventional treatment, may provide relief from diabetes symptoms and reduce the risk of complications.

In this article, learn about seven herbs and supplements that may benefit people with type 2 diabetes