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Solomon’s Seal Extract:
Solomon seal was approved by King Solomon in biblical times. The root of the plant also resembles the Star of David. It’s been used in eastern medicine for centuries. In 1930, however, one rogue scientist found Solomon’s seal extract could support healthy blood sugar, transforming the future of the herb forever. Today, many diabetes supplements use Solomon’s seal extract to support healthy blood sugar. Allen describes it as a “natural glucose calming super ingredient,” because it can support healthy blood sugar “within four hours” of taking your first dose, citing one study where patients rapidly lowered blood sugar soon after taking the herb. The herb has properties “that manage insulin production in mammals,” making it ideal for diabetics and anyone with high blood sugar to take, according to Allen’s research.
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Shepherd’s Purse:
Another plant used for centuries to balance insulin and sugar levels, shepherd’s purse is “loaded with radical fighting nutrients” to help boost the immune system, support healthy inflammation, and balance blood sugar. It helps your body transform more of the food you eat into energy, raising overall energy levels. Along with Solomon’s seal extract, shepherd’s purse is one of the two most important ingredients in Plantsulin. In fact, Allen claims these two ingredients alone are enough to support healthy blood sugar.
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Lycium Berry:
Lycium berry is a “glucose supporting wonder plant,” according to Allen. It’s been studied over the last decade for its effects on diabetes and high blood sugar. In one recent study, diabetics took lycium berries after dinner for three straight months. On average, patients improved blood sugar by 51% compared to a placebo, and insulin production improved by 345%, according to a study cited by Allen. Lycium contains a nutrient “that increases the amount of GLUT4 in the body,” according to Allen. GLUT4 receptors in the bloodstream tell your body to release insulin. Lycium also increases calorie burning, which is one reason many people have lost significant weight with Plantsulin.
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Bellflower Root:
Bellflower root contains platycodin, a plant-based nutrient that supports blood sugar by suppressing carb absorption in the intestines. It helps your body absorb less sugar than it normally would from the food you eat. Some studies have also connected bellflower root to weight loss, cholesterol, blood sugar management, and more.
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Eleuthero:
Popular in traditional medicine, eleuthero is an adaptogen used in Ayurvedic medicine and becoming increasingly popular in supplements throughout the world. It’s best-known for its effects on stress response – similar to other adaptogens. However, eleuthero is also appearing in a growing number of diabetes formulas and blood sugar support supplements: the same stress management effects of eleuthero could help the body promote healthy blood sugar.
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Astragalus Root:
Astragalus is a root advertised with similar effects to eleuthero: it’s an adaptogen with a long history of use in traditional medicine in India and other parts of the world. In Ayurveda, astragalus was used for digestion and stress response. Today, scientists have validated both of these effects, showing astragalus can help the body respond to stressors and promote overall wellbeing. In Plantsulin, astragalus could help support healthy blood sugar. Allen specifically added astragalus to Plantsulin for its ability to “improve sugar metabolism and increase weight loss.”
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Licorice Root:
A popular and well-known natural ingredient for diabetics, licorice root has a long history of use in traditional medicine – similar to eleuthero and astragalus. It’s more than just a candy. Studies have connected licorice to specific effects on blood sugar, and some diabetics take licorice root extract daily to help support healthy blood sugar levels.
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Milk Thistle:
Milk thistle is a plant extract best-known for its effects on liver health. Many people take milk thistle daily to support the liver. Although the liver doesn’t produce insulin or manage blood sugar directly, it’s the largest internal organ within the human body and plays a crucial role in overall health. By supporting your liver, you can make it easier for the rest of your internal organs to function effectively. As further proof, Plantsulin creator Allen Young cites a study where milk thistle “improved insulin resistance by 20% and achieved a 100% patient satisfaction success rate.”
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Schisandra:
Schizandra berry is popular in traditional Chinese medicine, where it was historically used for a variety of ailments – from energy to digestive health issues to blood sugar balance. Today, we know schizandra berry works because it’s packed with vitamin C, which is one of nature’s best antioxidants. By taking schizandra berry daily, you can purportedly promote healthy blood sugar levels and support healthy inflammation throughout the body thanks to vitamin C and other micronutrients within the berry.
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White Mulberry Extract:
Found in a variety of diabetes and blood sugar supplements, white mulberry leaf extract has been shown to “slow the breakdown of sugars in the gut, so they are absorbed more slowly into the bloodstream,” according to Allen. Many blood sugar support formulas contain white mulberry leaf extract for that reason.
