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The Safety and Efficacy of Common Herbal and Dietary Supplements in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Part 2
In Part 1 of this literature review, Aloe vera and alpha-lipoic acid were discussed in detail. In this part, in-depth discussions on chromium, cinnamon, fenugreek, garlic, and Gymnema sylvestre are presented. These complementary and alternative medicine supplements include botanical and nonbotanical products for managing type 2 diabetes.
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Chamomile and Diabetes
A systematic review of recent studies of the effects of chamomile on metabolic profiles suggests a positive effect on glycemic control, lipid profiles, and diabetic complications. -
The Safety and Efficacy of Common Herbal and Dietary Supplements in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Part 1
With an increasing number of diabetes cases, clinicians also are encountering more patients who are turning to complementary and alternative medicine to help control their glucose levels. In a 2015 National Consumer Survey on the Medication Experience and Pharmacist Roles, 35% of 26,157 respondents in the study reported the use of at least one herbal medicine. In all, 3,050 respondents had diabetes, and 41.2% of the respondents reported the use of a dietary supplement.3 The data revealed that respondents with diabetes were associated with higher herbal medicine use when compared to respondents without chronic diseases (41% vs. 34%, P < 0.001). The results also showed that herbal medicine use increased as age increased among the respondents.
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Examining Ginger for Ulcerative Colitis
For people with mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis and who have symptoms and serum markers of inflammation and oxidation, some preliminary findings demonstrate both benefit and no difference when using 2 grams of ginger daily for 12 weeks vs. placebo.
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Black Elderberry Supplementation for Upper Respiratory Infection Symptoms
SYNOPSIS: A meta-analysis of results from four randomized, controlled clinical studies evaluating the effect of black elderberry supplementation suggests that the botanical significantly reduces upper respiratory symptoms due to common cold and influenza viruses.
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Cannabis for Mental Health Disorders: Follow the Evidence
In a review of 83 eligible studies, researchers found little evidence to support the efficacy of cannabinoids to treat depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, or several other mental health disorders. There is low-grade evidence that pharmaceutical cannabis may help improve symptoms of anxiety in patients with a comorbid medical condition.
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Cannabis in the Treatment of Headache and Migraine
The authors of this observational study found nearly a 50% reduction in self-reported headache and migraine severity following use of inhaled medicinal cannabis.
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Lavender Aromatherapy During Chemotherapy
Lavender oil aromatherapy demonstrated some benefits in sleep and anxiety for people undergoing chemotherapy.
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Peppermint Oil for IBS?
The PERSUADE study, a randomized, placebo-controlled trial of two formulations of peppermint oil, demonstrated no statistically significant reduction in abdominal pain response nor overall symptom relief in Rome IV IBS patients using Food and Drug Administration/European Medicines Agency endpoint criteria over an eight-week trial period.
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Capsaicin for Muscle Energy
Ten men ran 1,500 meters six seconds faster and were slightly less fatigued after ingesting 12 mg of capsaicin than after ingesting a placebo capsule.