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SPIRULINA FOR DIABETES + BLOOD SUGAR CONTROL
Fresh Spirulina is a Natural Blood Sugar and Diabetes Control Solution that Has Helped Many
Independent research from around the world confirms that spirulina can make it easier to live with diabetes and manage blood sugar. In some people the positive impact can be profound - monitor more frequently when starting spirulina as other treatment may need reduction.
Daily spirulina shows a beneficial impact on fasting blood glucose (FBS), triglyceride (TG), total cholesterol (TC), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), very-low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (VLDL-C) and the ratio of high-density to low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C/LDL-C).
Independent Research: We Let Science do the Talking
The world is full of people and companies making unsubstantiated claims about diabetes treatment.
As farmers, we make no such claims.
Rather, we bring you extracts of independent scientific studies that have found clear benefits for diabetics taking daily spirulina.
Each study summary below has a link to the original independent research which you are welcome to read and draw your own conclusions.
Spirulina for Diabetes - Independent Research Studies
The Effect of Spirulina on Lipid Profiles and Glycemic Markers in Type 2 Diabetes Patients
The Effect of Spirulina on Lipid Profiles and Glycemic Markers in Type 2 Diabetes Patients
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 8 clinical trials comprising 334 patients with diabetes in India, Iran, Romania and South Korea found:
- Spirulina supplementation can elicit a beneficial impact on fasting blood glucose FBS, triglyceride TG, total cholesterol TC, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol LDL-C, very-low-density lipoprotein cholesterol VLDL-C and the HDL-C/LDL-C ratio.
- Spirulina is a generally safe supplement with a beneficial impact on improving metabolic abnormalities manifest in type 2 diabetes
- The beneficial effect of spirulina on type 2 diabetes is also associated with body weight and inflammatory factors - spirulina can also improve diabetes by weight loss activity and alleviation of inflammation through suppressing NF-KB activity and reducing pro-inflammatory cytokine production
Link to the Research published in The Asian Journal Of Dairy And Food Research, 2008: The effect of spirulina on type 2 diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Long-Term Effect of Spirulina on Serum Lipid Profile and Glycated Proteins in NIDDM Patients
Long-Term Effect of Spirulina on Serum Lipid Profile and Glycated Proteins in NIDDM Patients
Spirulina provides a galaxy of nutrients including linolenic acid, gamma linolenic acid, antioxidants, balanced fatty acid profile, amino acids and super oxide dismutase.
Supplementation for a period of 2 months resulted in:
- A significant reduction of blood sugar levels and glycated serum protein levels, confirming the hypoglycemic effect of spirulina.
- Regarding lipids, a significant reduction was observed in triglycerides, total cholesterol and free fatty acid levels.
- Among the lipoprotein fractions, appreciable reduction was noticed in LDL-C, VLDL-C and HDL-C/ LDL-C ratio.
The researchers concluded that spirulina helps to reduce hyperglycemia and shifts the metabolism of lipids favorably, thereby helping in the control of diabetes.
Link to the Research published in The Journal of Nutraceuticals, Functional & Medical Foods, 2015: Studies on the Long-Term Effect of Spirulina Supplementation on Serum Lipid Profile and Glycated Proteins in NIDDM Patients
The Role of Spirulina in the Control of Glycemia and Lipidemia in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
The Role of Spirulina in the Control of Glycemia and Lipidemia in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Twenty-five subjects with type 2 diabetes mellitus received daily Spirulina. After 2 months, compared to a control group, the spirulina group had:
- Significantly reduced fasting blood glucose and postprandial blood glucose levels
- A significant reduction in HbA(1c) level, indicating improved long-term glucose regulation
- Lower lipid and triglyceride levels
- Reduced total cholesterol (TC) and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), coupled with an increase in the level of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C)
- A significant reduction in the atherogenic indices, TC:HDL-C and LDL-C: HDL-C
- A significant drop in apolipoprotein B, while apolipoprotein A1 increased significantly, resulting in a favorable increase in the ratio of A1:B
The Effects of Spirulina on Blood Glucose and Glycosylated Hemoglobin Blood in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients
The Effects of Spirulina on Blood Glucose and Glycosylated Hemoglobin Blood in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients
Fifty patients with type II diabetes were divided into two equal groups - one control group and the other receiving a spirulina tablet daily for three months:
- Fasting plasma glucose was significantly reduced after 3 months of treatment with spirulina
- The reserachers concluded that Spirulina can be administered in type II diabetic patients and is effective in reducing fasting blood glucose
Link to the Research published in The Iranian Journal Of Diabetes and Metabolism, 2017: The Effects of Oral Administration of Spirulina on Blood Glucose and Glycosylated Hemoglobin Blood in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients
Effect of Spirulina on Blood Glucose and Lipid Profile of Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetic Male Subjects
Effect of Spirulina on Blood Glucose and Lipid Profile of Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetic Male Subjects
A double-blind placebo-controlled trial in which fifty obese subjects with treated hypertension received either spirulina or a placebo for three months found:
- Spirulina considerably improved insulin sensitivity ratio and total antioxidant status (TAS).
- A significant decrease in body mass, body mass index, and waist circumference were observed.
- Spirulina significantly lowered low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and interleukin-6 (IL-6) concentration
The favorable influence of Spirulina supplementation on insulin sensitivity, plasma lipid levels along with inflammation and oxidative stress biomarkers creates the promise for new therapeutic approaches in obese patients with well-treated hypertension.
Link to the Research published in The European Review for Medical and Pharmacological Sciences, 2017: Spirulina improves insulin sensitivity, lipid profile, and total antioxidant status in obese patients with well-treated hypertension: a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study
A randomized study to establish the effects of spirulina in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients
A randomized study to establish the effects of spirulina in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients
37 Korean type 2 diabetes patients were randomly assigned into spirulina or control group. After 12 weeks, the group that had taken spirulina had:
- Significantly lower plasma triglyceride levels
- A significant reduction in plasma malondialdehyde and an increase in plasma adiponectin
- Subjects with higher initial triglycerides showed a greater reduction in plasma triglyceride and blood pressure
- Subjects with higher initial total cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol levels showed a greater reduction in plasma concentrations of total cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol, IL-6, and blood pressure
This study provides evidence of the beneficial effects of spirulina on blood lipid profiles, inflammatory variables, and antioxidant capacity in patients with type 2 diabetes. Spirulina is a functional food for diabetes management.
Link to the Research published in The Journal of Nutrition Research and Practice, 2008: A randomized study to establish the effects of spirulina in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients
Effect of Spirulina on Blood Glucose and Lipid Profile of Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetic Male Subjects
Effect of Spirulina on Blood Glucose and Lipid Profile of Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetic Male Subjects
Sixty male diabetic subjects (40–60 years) were divided equally into three groups with two groups receiving different spirulina doses for two months. Researchers reported:
- The mean fasting and postprandial blood glucose level decreased significantly in both groups who had taken spirulina for 2 months
- A significant decrease was observed in triglyceride TG, total cholesterol TC, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol LDL-C and very-low-density lipoprotein cholesterol VLDL-C levels in both spirulina groups as compared to the control group
Link to the Research published in The Asian Journal Of Dairy And Food Research, 2008: Effect of Supplementation with Spirulina on Blood Glucose and Lipid Profile of Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetic Male Subjects
QUESTION: Can I Take Spirulina If I am on Metformin or other diabetic medications?
QUESTION: Can I Take Spirulina If I am on Metformin or other diabetic medications?
- Yes, it is safe to take spirulina with metformin and other diabetic medications as long as you continue to monitor blood sugar even more frequently as spirulina may lower blood sugar and you may need adjustments in sulfonylurea or insulin doses.
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