This document discusses several dietary supplements and their potential effects on blood sugar levels and diabetes:
- Conjugated linoleic acid may worsen blood sugar control in type 2 diabetics and those at risk, so blood sugar should be monitored when taking it.
- High doses of vitamin E (>400 IU/day) can lower blood pressure in diabetics, so blood pressure should be monitored.
- Ginkgo biloba can change insulin levels in the body, so diabetics should monitor their blood sugar when taking it, as it is not clear if it will increase or decrease levels.
- Selenium supplementation may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes.