Dietitian who helps patients reverse type 2 diabetes shares 3 teas 'famous' for lowering blood sugar levels
Maintaining a consistent routine can help regulate blood sugar
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Blood sugar control is a priority for anyone at risk of diabetes, but sometimes glucose creeps up despite a person's best efforts.
When this occurs, prompt action will prevent physical damage, with certain infusions potentially beneficial, according to an expert.
Los Angeles-based dietitian Charmaine Dominguez revealed three specific types of tea that could help people manage their blood sugar levels.
The expert specialises in helping people lose weight and reverse type 2 diabetes, sharing her professional insights on the TikTok channel @reversingdiabetesrvltn.
Charmaine mentioned three types of tea in her clip
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Research indicates these beverages may offer significant antidiabetic effects with regular consumption, thanks to their bioactive compounds like catechins, theaflavins and polysaccharides.
Green tea leads Dominguez's recommendations because of its proven ability to reduce blood sugar levels.
"It is famous for lowering your blood sugar and it has been shown in many studies that it can also lower your post-meal blood sugar," shared Dominguez.
She specifically recommended matcha varieties due to their higher concentration and antioxidant content.
Ginger tea was the expert's second recommendation, with Dominguez highlighting its natural blood sugar-lowering properties.
"Ginger tea can help you lower your blood sugar," Dominguez explained.
For those who don't enjoy ginger tea, she suggested adding ginger to stir-fries or smoothies to achieve similar blood sugar-lowering effects.
The third recommendation is hibiscus tea, also known as Hmika, which offers a distinct flavour profile alongside its health benefits.
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Green tea may reduce blood sugar spikes after meals
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"This is actually very fruity and has that tart flavour, but it can also help you lower your blood sugar," Dominguez explained.
A body of research published in Nutrition Reviews earlier this year confirmed: "Herbal tea consumption significantly affected glycaemic profiles in individuals with T2D."
While the findings highlight the potential benefits of incorporating these specific teas into a balanced diet for blood sugar control, there are certain mistakes to avoid.
People living with diabetes should avoid sweetening their tea as this will counter the benefits of the beverage.
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