Let's face it, who doesn't love chips, bread, pastries, cakes and soft drinks sometimes? But for some of us it's become an addiction that we can't seem to stop! A refined carbohydrate was meant to be a 'sometimes' food choice but now it has veered into the category of an 'all the time' food obsession!
So many people are diagnosed with poor glucose metabolism, are pre-diabetic, or taking medication to help them manage this lifestyle that's so challenging to get a hold of?!
What if a simple mineral deficiency was at cause? What if supplementation for a short period of time could be the answer to all your prayers? And why isn't it as well known as vitamin C, or zinc?
Because it's regarded as 'non essential'. But until you are in the full grip of a sugar addiction, this mineral really becomes essential to your ability to break the habit.
I'm passionate about this particular subject because I have personally experienced the life of a type 1 diabetic for over three decades. My whole life has consisted of being a guinea pig, attempting to get one step closer to maintaining balance of my blood sugar levels.
I have experienced some amazing results with several supplements that have impacted my quality of life significantly. It's my intention to share my experiences so others can benefit, to discus products that are affordable, easily accessible, and effective.
Most people sabotage their weight loss efforts because of the evening 'slump' in blood glucose levels and that's when the hunger for a carbs hit hard.
It's not so much the complex 'good' carbs but the fast, refined carbs that leave us wanting more, and more. The spike in blood glucose levels sets the stage for a serious addiction.
In fact, the more refined carbs we eat, the more deficient we will be in this mineral. The reason for this is because it is needed to metabolize carbohydrates.
So the nutrient that I honestly have to say that's made the biggest difference in my ability to cut my sugar and carbohydrate addiction is chromium
See my favorite chromium here!
This nutrient can be found in most combination weight loss products because it helps you to utilize glucose better. In therapeutic doses it can suppress hunger and cut your carb cravings entirely.
It certainly does this for me and that's why I'm keen to let others know who are tired of sabotaging their weight loss efforts.
People who have poor glucose metabolism also experience severe fatigue, brain fog, and other associated symptoms with that exhausting roller coaster ride we call unstable blood sugar levels.
As we know, long term high blood sugar levels set the stage for more serious complications such as blindness, neuropathy, and amputation.
Chromium is a co-factor in the action of insulin, meaning it sensitizes your body to it's own insulin. It helps insulin to transfer glucose from the blood into the cells for energy. This fact about chromium is absolutely essential for all type 2 diabetics to be aware of.
Whats also great about chromium is that it helps maintain muscle mass. So if you have been training at the gym, you should have this nutrient on your radar!
I've put together a short clip which helps you understand a little bit more about how chromium could impact your wellness. Watch here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2Bv_OOthQg&feature=youtu.be
Just like with any other mineral, it's a good idea to take with food and with your regular multi vitamin/ mineral supplement. Try it for a month and see if you notice a difference!
Please seriously consider sharing this information about chromium with anyone you love who has glucose metabolism issues, such as diabetes, is overweight and struggles with sugar addiction.
Feel free to leave a comment or share your experience below. I appreciate your feedback because I believe we are all here to learn from each other.
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