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Vitamin C Causing Higher Bg??

Angelofthemarches

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Buckinghamshire
Type of diabetes
Type 2
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Diet only
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I am having to take large doses of vitamin c for another condition. But my average bg seems to have risen and this is the only change I think I've made. I've looked up research papers and some say large doses lower it and others say the opposite!
Any help gratefully accepted!!
Angela xxx
 
I have never found that Vit C affects my bg, but like you I have seen plenty of conflicting research making claims to that effect.

After several decades of on/off Vit C intake at varying doses, I switched to naturally sourced Vit C in smaller doses since those synthetic mega doses can cause their own problems including loose bowels and acid reflux - and I feel much better for it.

It has prompted me to look for naturally derived supplements wherever I can.

Regarding C's effect on bg, I would say that the reaction is likely to be personal and highly variable depending on dose and other health conditions. At the moment I have a few malabsorption issues following a stomach bug several months ago, so I am trying to tread a line between not throwing too many concentrated supplements into a struggling digestive tract, while ensuring adequate nutrition. The only way to find out if it is working is by periodic tests for deficiencies.
 
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