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Information regarding diabetes and day-to-day living with the disease. Vanadyl Sulfate and Diabetes
Vanadyl sulfate is a form of the vanadium, a trace mineral. In
Europe, vanadium is often used as a natural treatment for
diabetes.
Vanadium has been found in human studies to imitate the effects
of insulin in our bodies. This ability may allow some of those
with diabetes, a natural method to help lower blood sugar, take
less insulin, or in some instances stop taking insulin
altogether.
Vanadium is believed to assist in the transfer of sugar in the
blood (glucose) into muscles, similar to the function of
insulin. It is also believed to increase insulin sensitivity in
the muscles. This is important to Type 2 diabetics especially,
in that one factor in the development of diabetes can be insulin
resistance.
This transfer of glucose into muscle tissue has also been touted
by weightlifters and body builders. Vanadium allows the body to
store more energy in the muscles,therefore decreasing the need
for conversion to triglycerides for fat storage.
Diabetics should consult their physician prior to taking Vanadyl
sulfate. They should also monitor their blood sugar regularly
when taking a vanadyl supplements because of the potential to
lower blood sugar and decrease insulin needs.
The effects of vanadium have been shown to last for weeks, even
in the absence of further supplementation. Therefore it is
suggested that it be taken in cycles.
It is probably best to take vanadyl sulfate supplements for
about three weeks and then discontinue their use for about three
weeks. By utilizing this valuable adjunct to the treatment of
diabetes in this manner, a diabetic can improve sugar control,
and avoid any potential toxicity.
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About the author:
Dr. Mark S. Johnson is a practicing doctor of chiropractic
medicine, specializing in nutrition and exercise rehabilitation.
He is a fellow of the Academy of Forensic and Industrial
Chiropractic Consultants, a Qualified Medical Evaluator for the
State of California, and a specialist in disability evaluation.
Written by: Dr. Mark S. Johnson, D.C.
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