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10/27/09 06:12 PM

"My husband had been on Glucosamine/Chondroitin for 10 yrs. 2 years ago he had 3 severe pancreatic attacks. Now he has elevated A1c and is diag w/D2."
Asked By: andikay  
Category: Food and Nutrition

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We switched him to Glucosamine/Chondroitin/MSM since the attack because it worked better. Could this be too hard for him? He has been told that 1/2 of his pancreas was destroyed in the attacks.

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10/30/09 08:11 PM

Hello,

Thanks for bringing your question to dLife.

Glucosamine supplements are taken to relieve symptoms associated with arthritis. The effects of glucosamine on blood glucose (sugar) levels and insulin resistance have been controversial. The initial concerns about use in people with diabetes was based largely on laboratory rat studies noting insulin resistance. More recent human research reports no significant effects (including on hemoglobin A1c levels) in patients with type 2 diabetes.

People with diabetes who are taking glucosamine supplements should check with their doctors. They should also monitor their blood glucose frequently and look for any changes in their blood sugar control.

Take care.

Answered By: Liz Quintana
Accreditations: EdD, RD, LD, CDE
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