If you have type 2 diabetes and are trying to lower your blood glucose levels, you may benefit from treatment with Panax ginseng. However, more research is needed to support this purported medicinal effect of ginseng in diabetics. This herbal supplement is prepared from an extract derived from the root of the Panax ginseng plant. Talk with your medical provider for more information about Panax ginseng and your blood glucose levels.
Step 1
Pour yourself a glass of a beverage that doesn't contain caffeine or alcohol. Consuming Panax ginseng in conjunction with caffeine may increase your blood pressure or heart rate. In addition, it may take your body longer to break down alcohol if it's used in combination with this natural supplement.
Step 2
Swallow your 200 mg Panax ginseng supplement with your prepared beverage.
Step 3
Plan to take your 200 mg dose of Panax ginseng around the same time each day. Maintaining a regular treatment routine can help you keep your blood glucose levels stable.
Tips and Warnings
- Always talk to your doctor before using Panax ginseng to lower your blood glucose levels. Depending on your health status, age or weight, you may need to adjust your daily dose of Panax ginseng.
- Do not take Panax ginseng continuously for more than three months, unless otherwise instructed by a doctor. Panax ginseng may cause mild side effects, including insomnia, headache, reduced appetite, dizziness, mood changes, skin rash, itching, diarrhea and unusual menstrual cycle changes or vaginal bleeding. Seek care from your doctor if side effects are severe or persist for more than two to three days.
