Not exact matches
More than one hundred vitamin B6 - dependent enzymes have been identified, mostly
involved in amino acid metabolism: for oxygen transport via hemoglobin synthesis; in
blood sugar regulation via conversion
of stored carbohydrate to energy; in the development
of the myelin sheath surrounding nerve cells; in the conversion
of alphalinoleic acid to the essential long - chain fatty acid DHA; 28 and in the synthesis
of neurotransmitters, phospholipids and sphingolipids, the vitamin niacin from tryptophan, and other vital metabolites.5 In addition to its role in enzyme reactions, B6 appears to moderate the action
of some steroid hormones such as the glucocorticoid hormones, which in turn influence the metabolism
of protein, carbohydrate and lipids.5, 9 B6 also is a potent antioxidant, rivaling carotenoids and vitamin E in its ability to quench reactive oxidants in the body.29
With the adrenals are kind
of the backup generators
of the adrenals are getting
involved with your
blood sugar regulation, that's not good.
Leucine: This amino acid is
involved in protein synthesis,
blood -
sugar regulation, growth hormone synthesis, and supporting the growth and healing
of bone tissues and muscles.
«Further studies are required for us to be able to understand the mechanisms
involved in the connection between poor breakfast and metabolic syndrome, but our results and those
of several previous studies suggest that a poor breakfast can have a negative effect on
blood sugar regulation,» says Maria Wennberg, the study's main author.
Insulin is the hormone predominantly
involved in the
regulation of blood sugar.
It is
involved in skin, cartilage, and bone formation, thyroid function, sex hormone function, calcium absorption,
blood sugar regulation, and the proper functioning
of our immune systems.
• Help regulate oxygen uses and energy production • Important in nerve, muscle and cellular functions • Play a vital role in cognitive function, including memory and mood •
Involved in
regulation of metabolism, body temperature,
blood sugar and insulin control, thyroid function, carbohydrate metabolism and control over hormonal processes • Lubricate joints and improve mineralization
of bones • Help transport cholesterol • Improve digestion
of the gut • Build the immune system and regulate inflammatory response • Can help direct the processes that stimulate fat breakdown and utilization • Helps regulate
blood pressure
In a recent study from Denmark
involving nearly 6,000 men and women between 30 - 60 years
of age, better
regulation of blood sugar levels was associated with moderate intake
of cheese (a little less than 1 ounce per day).
It is
involved in bone formation, thyroid function, formation
of connective tissues, sex hormone function, calcium absorption,
blood sugar regulation, immune function and in fat and carbohydrate metabolism.
A final promising area
of research on the potential health benefits
of garlic
involves blood sugar regulation.