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Abbas Kanani, pharmacist at Chemist Click Online Pharmacy, recommended consuming cinnamon and turmeric for their weight-loss properties alongside a healthy diet.<\/p>\n
He explained: \u201cCertain spices, like cinnamon and turmeric, have been studied for their potential to help regulate blood sugar levels.<\/p>\n
\u201cCinnamon has been found to enhance insulin sensitivity, reduce insulin resistance and improve glucose metabolism.<\/p>\n
\u201cHowever, the effects may vary depending on the dose, duration of use and individual response.<\/p>\n
Don’t miss… <\/strong> We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n \u201cSome studies have suggested that curcumin may help regulate blood sugar levels by improving insulin sensitivity, reducing inflammation and enhancing pancreatic function and ginger has been shown to improve insulin sensitivity, reduce fasting blood sugar levels and enhance glucose metabolism.<\/p>\n \u201cBy promoting stable blood sugar levels, spices may assist in preventing spikes and crashes in energy levels, reducing cravings for sugary foods, and potentially supporting weight management.\u201d<\/p>\n However he added: \u201cWhile spices have been studied for their potential effects on blood sugar levels, it’s important to note that the evidence is not conclusive, and more research is needed to establish a clear link.\u201d<\/p>\n Mr Kanani\u2019s advice was backed by several studies.<\/p>\n One, published in Clinical Nutrition journal in 2020, found that consuming up to two grams of cinnamon a day over a 12 week period reduced fat mass, body weight and body mass index.<\/p>\n It said: \u201cThe pooled results showed that cinnamon administration significantly decreased body weight, BMI, waist circumference, and fat mass.<\/p>\n \u201cGreater effects on body weight were observed in subjects aged less than 50 years old and those with a baseline BMI of \u226530 kg\/m2.<\/p>\n \u201cCinnamon supplementation significantly affects obesity measures. It could be recommended as a weight-reducing supplement in obesity management.\u201d<\/p>\n Another study, published in the International Journal of Molecular Science in 2022, looked at the effects of curcumin, which is found in turmeric, on weight.<\/p>\n It found that cucumin had the potential to be anti-inflammatory and improve fat metabolism.<\/p>\n The study said: \u201cIn summary, curcumin is a promising natural bioactive compound which possesses numerous pharmacological activities.<\/p>\n \u201cIt shows multiple mechanisms of action and can affect cellular biochemical and physiological regulation.<\/p>\n \u201cIn pharmacies, there are more and more preparations containing curcumin recommended for the prevention of obesity.<\/p>\n \u201cHowever, more comprehensive and definitive human studies should be performed to assess the possibility of using curcumin in preventing and managing obesity in humans.\u201d<\/p>\n
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