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Diabetic neuropathy: Can dietary supplements help?
How dietary supplements might help
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Vitamin B-12
Alpha-lipoic acid
Acetyl-L-carnitine
A healthy diet is essential
Physical activity plays an important role, too
A healthy diet is essential
Although research into the relationship between dietary supplements and diabetic neuropathy is ongoing, eating a healthy diet is widely recognized as a key part of managing your blood sugar and diabetes complications such as diabetic neuropathy.
Aim for a healthy-eating plan that's naturally rich in nutrients and low in fat and calories. Healthy meal plans focus on:
- Vegetables, fruits, legumes and whole grains
- Fat-free and low-fat dairy products
- Lean meats, fish, and poultry without the skin