When the daily diet is unbalanced, the intake of essential nutrients is often marginal and not optimal. This is especially true when a metabolic disorder exists or when a restricted diet has to be followed. In these cases an additional intake of nutrients is recommended. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies are quite common in diabetics and people who are on a diabetic diet. Doppelherz aktiv Vitamins for Diabetics has been specially developed for them. Vitamins of the B-group: Vitamins B1, B2, B6, B12, Pantothenic acid, Biotin and Folic acid are required for all the major metabolic routes: they are in particular essential for the proper function of carbohydrate metabolism. Diabetics notoriously have a higher demand in B-vitamins. Magnesium, Zinc, Chromium and Selenium play an important role in the regulation of glycemia. They are involved in the synthesis of insulin and the sensitivity of the cells towards insulin. Magnesium status is particularly altered in diabetics. Vitamins C and E are two powerful antioxidants that are able to scavenge free radicals. Since these harmful molecules are generated at higher levels due to metabolic disorders, an extra portion of Vitamins C and E is helpful for diabetics.

One daily tablet of Vitamins for Diabetics from Doppelherz aktiv helps diabetics to reestablish a good micronutrient balance.

A high potency multivitamin with high levels of Magnesium, Chromium and Cinnamon. Providing 25 nutrients at significant levels, reflecting our policy to formulate our products with relevant potencies:

• An effective level of 200 mcg of chromium;
• Appropriate levels of magnesium, zinc, vitamin C, plus vitamins B1, B3 and B6 since they have also been shown to help support glucose utilisation;
• A full 2000mg of cinnamon since research has confirmed it has a positive effect on glucose metabolism.

Chromium Picolinate 200 mcg contains chromium, a metallic element essential for metabolism, in picolinate form, which is an efficient chelator for minerals to be absorbed into the body. The chelated form delivers minerals with the highest absorption and utilisation rates because the chelate takes the minerals directly into the cells. Chromium is a trace mineral which is required by the body for healthy functioning. This metal can naturally be found in brewer’s yeast, meats, potatoes and whole grains. It can also be found in the soil and then ends up in the crops we eat and the water we drink. Minerals, just like vitamins, support your body to perform many different functions. Chromium plays a role in the metabolism, where it converts nutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats into energy. Furthermore is has an important role in balancing blood glucose levels.