Natural Remedies for Blood Sugar Management Quiz
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Which plant protein found in Bitter Melon preserves beta cell mass in the pancreas and increases insulin production?

  • Berberine
  • Fenugreek
  • Polypeptide-p (correct)
  • Gymnema
  • Which plant's clinical trial data demonstrates significant reductions in fasting and postprandial blood glucose?

  • Panax (Asian) ginseng
  • Berberine
  • Gymnema
  • Fenugreek (correct)
  • Which plant's adverse reactions are mainly related to the gastrointestinal tract, such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and flatulence?

  • Bitter Melon
  • Gymnema
  • Panax (Asian) ginseng
  • Berberine (correct)
  • Which plant's active component is from the Chinese herb Coptis chinensis and has similar effects as metformin?

    <p>Berberine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which plant is the most potent among American, Siberian, and Indian ginsengs?

    <p>Panax (Asian) ginseng</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the potential risks associated with natural health products?

    <p>Interact with prescription medications, leading to an increased risk of adverse drug reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should accurate and complete medication history aim to identify the use of natural health products?

    <p>As an adjunct or compliment to diet modifications and antihyperglycemic medications for diabetes management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of pharmacists in relation to medication use?

    <p>Ensure safe and effective medication use</p> Signup and view all the answers

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