Bitter Melon - Latin name: Momordica Charantia - Found in Amazon, East Africa, Asia, Caribbean and South America, bitter melon also known as Karela or Momordica Charantia.

Bitter melon has been suggested as a treatment for many conditions. There is some research to support the use of bitter melon in lowering blood sugar levels

Cinnamon - Latin Name: Cinnamomum zeylanicum - Found in Inda, China, Madagascar, and Brazil.

Half a teaspoon of cinnamon a day significantly reduces blood sugar levels in diabetics, a new study has found.

Fenugreek - Latin name: Trigonella foenum-graecum - Found Argintina, France, India and North Africa. The seeds of Fenugreek are a condiment commonly used in Indian homes and are a rich source of fiber, particularly gel fiber. Gel fiber from Fenugreek resembles guar gum in chemical structure.

Early studies suggest that in people with type 2 diabetes (also called non-insulin-dependent or adult-onset diabetes), fenugreek may lower blood sugar levels and may improve problems associated with high blood sugar levels.

Gymnema-Sylvestre - Latin name: Gymnema sylvestre - Found mostly in India. In Ancient times, Ayurvedic Physicians of India observed that the leaves of the plant GYMNEMA SYLVESTRE possess a remarkable property of suppressing for a few hours the sense of taste for sweet substances.

For research studies and more please go to http://www.pubmed.com and type in “gymnema sylvestre” at the top of the page.

Nopal Cactus - Latin name: Opuntia Ficus-Indica – is a perennial cactus that is found in semi-tropical areas throughout the world, also known as prickly pear. For research studies and more please go to http://www.pubmed.com and type in “nopal cactus” at the top of the page.

American Ginseng - Latin name: Panax quinquefolium - Found in North America. Today American ginseng is one of the most popular herbs. American ginseng's adaptogenic qualities help balance the body, depending on the individual's needs. For research studies and more please go to http://www.pubmed.com and type in “american ginseng” at the top of the page.

Chromium - Chromium was first discovered as an essential trace element in 1955. It can be found in yeast, foods, cereals, whole grains, spices and more. The body of an average healthy individual contains only several milligrams. For research studies and more please go to http://www.pubmed.com and type in “chromium” or “chromium picollinate” at the top of the page.