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Inulin

Granny_Mo

Granny_Mo

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Type of diabetes
Type 2
Hi. My husband is relatively newly diagnosed type 2 diabetic. My sister in law is a type 1 diabetic (lifelong) and she swears by Inulin. After researching as thoroughly as possible it seems there is some good evidence that it can help with blood sugar control amongst other things. I can't find any reference to it on the site (probably my bad searching technique!) but wondered if anyone has tried it and with what result?
This has some good info. https://authoritynutrition.com/inulin-prebiotic-fiber/
 
Granny_Mo said:
Hi. My husband is relatively newly diagnosed type 2 diabetic. My sister in law is a type 1 diabetic (lifelong) and she swears by Inulin. After researching as thoroughly as possible it seems there is some good evidence that it can help with blood sugar control amongst other things. I can't find any reference to it on the site (probably my bad searching technique!) but wondered if anyone has tried it and with what result?
This has some good info. https://authoritynutrition.com/inulin-prebiotic-fiber/
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My hba1c was 100+ before insulin treatment. It is a life saver. I wouldnt like to guess what my body would be doing in the 3yrs I would have had 22mmol/l averaging meter readings.
It has given me the confidence to search out how to stop it adding weight if badly managed and how I can possible put my type2 in remission.
It's a long journey but the end results should be longevity. :)
Oh and no noted side affects.
 
I have recently ordered some inulin as I have heard good stuff about it too. You never know till you try.

Edit: I bought it to hopefully help with the gut microbiome and weight loss rather than BG control as my blood sugar levels are OK on a low carb diet anyway.
 
Don't these products contain a lot of fructose? How will inulin affect those of us who have fatty liver disease? regards Derek
 
It is a long chain fructose, a plant based fibre - which is not digested by Humans.
It appears to be beneficial for bacteria in the large intestine, which can utilise it for their own needs so it acts like a probiotic, hopefully making your gut flora and fauna happy and helpful.
I suppose it could help if someone has has a low fibre diet in the past or needs a bit of help with one in future but I doubt that it could do much for a diabetic to control blood glucose if they were still eating carbs.There seems to be little harm in taking it, and there could be some benefits - though it would be advisable to start to take only tiny amounts and build up gradually as sometimes a sudden increase in fibre can prove problematic.
 
Resurgam said:
It is a long chain fructose, a plant based fibre - which is not digested by Humans.
It appears to be beneficial for bacteria in the large intestine, which can utilise it for their own needs so it acts like a probiotic, hopefully making your gut flora and fauna happy and helpful.
I suppose it could help if someone has has a low fibre diet in the past or needs a bit of help with one in future but I doubt that it could do much for a diabetic to control blood glucose if they were still eating carbs.There seems to be little harm in taking it, and there could be some benefits - though it would be advisable to start to take only tiny amounts and build up gradually as sometimes a sudden increase in fibre can prove problematic.
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Thanks Resurgam, I don't want those sort of problems, the present amount of fibre I eat makes me "go" after every meal as it is! I sometimes can't believe I eat enough to produce so much! :) Derek
 
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zand said:
I have recently ordered some inulin as I have heard good stuff about it too. You never know till you try.

Edit: I bought it to hopefully help with the gut microbiome and weight loss rather than BG control as my blood sugar levels are OK on a low carb diet anyway.
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Hi Zand and thanks for responding. Would love to know how you get on.
 
lindisfel said:
Don't these products contain a lot of fructose? How will inulin affect those of us who have fatty liver disease? regards Derek
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The link I posted claims research suggests that it can help with fatty liver disease. Several other things too including weight loss. I know you can't always believe what you read on the internet but most research I have read makes the same claims.
 
Resurgam said:
It is a long chain fructose, a plant based fibre - which is not digested by Humans.
It appears to be beneficial for bacteria in the large intestine, which can utilise it for their own needs so it acts like a probiotic, hopefully making your gut flora and fauna happy and helpful.
I suppose it could help if someone has has a low fibre diet in the past or needs a bit of help with one in future but I doubt that it could do much for a diabetic to control blood glucose if they were still eating carbs.There seems to be little harm in taking it, and there could be some benefits - though it would be advisable to start to take only tiny amounts and build up gradually as sometimes a sudden increase in fibre can prove problematic.
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The article I posted a link to suggests just that - start low and build up. I'm a bit skeptical as every year someone makes claims for a "miracle" food or supplement but my sister in law is pretty savvy as she has been managing her blood sugars for 50 years and she is very impressed by how the inulin has helped her stabilise after a rocky few months. She does eat some carbs but is generally pretty sensible with her diet. I will report back on any effects - good or bad.
 
I imagine it helps because it's fiber so will slow everything down. AvocDo works that way for me but inulin stops my digestion in its tracks.

Agreed to start slow and work up as tolerated
 
I was under the impression more fibrous food speeds up bowel movements because this is one of the ways to combat bowel cancer? Derek
 
lindisfel said:
I was under the impression more fibrous food speeds up bowel movements because this is one of the ways to combat bowel cancer? Derek
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It is all dependent on the individual. My mom can eat loads of flax seeds. My daughter and I cramp and bloat immediately. They make things a litttle too firm for my husband.
 
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