3. 3. Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA)
ALA, a natural compound with antioxidant properties, protects cells against oxidative damage. It can reduce inflammation and improve nerve function, making it a promising treatment for diabetic neuropathy. ALA helps in cellular energy production and can improve circulation, hormone regulation, blood pressure and cholesterol levels. It also increases glutathione, an important detoxifying agent, supporting healthy circulatory systems. Raspberries, spinach, broccoli, tomatoes, Brussels sprouts, nuts, avocados and peas are rich in ALA.
4. Thiamine (Vitamine B1)
Thiamine protects cells from the harmful effects of high sugar in the blood and has been used to treat diabetes-related nerve pain. It helps to reduce nerve damage caused by high levels of glucose in the blood and protects cells from advanced glycation products. Thiamine also helps to reduce inflammation caused by injuries or diseases in the nervous system. Thyamine-rich foods include pork, beef, chicken, other meats, whole grains such as oat bran, legumes such as chickpeas, beans and lentils, nuts such as pistachio and sunflower seeds, fish such as salmon or tuna, dark green leafy vegetables such as spinach or chopper.
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5. Omega-3 fatty acids
Omega-3 fatty acids play a crucial role in the repair and protection of nerve cells, leading to a significant improvement in nerve function. They are particularly effective in reducing inflammation in the body, a factor often associated with nerve damage. According to a study published in the Journal of Neurology in 2005, omega-3 supplementation improves the rate of nerve conduction and reduces inflammation in chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy. In addition, omega-3s are essential for the formation and repair of myelin, the protective sheath that surrounds the nerves and facilitates their proper functioning. A 2011 study in Molecular Nutrition and Food Research examined the protective effects of polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids on peripheral myelin repair. Results showed that omega-3 supplementation could accelerate myelin healing after injury, improving neuronal function. Sources of omega-3 include salmon, mackerel, herring, sardines, nuts, chia seeds, hemp seeds, linseed.
6. Magnesium sulphate
Magnesium sulfate helps nerves to function in several ways, including by improving blood circulation in the nervous system. It acts as an anti-inflammatory agent, which can reduce swelling in areas where the nerves have been injured or damaged. Magnesium sulphate may also help to reduce muscle spasms caused by epilepsy and other convulsive disorders. It is important for neuronal transmission, improving blood flow and accelerating the transmission of electrical signals along neuronal pathways. Foods rich in magnesium sulfate include oats, buckwheat flour, brown rice, almonds, cashew nuts, Brazil nuts, sunflower seeds, lentils and black beans
7. Curcumin
Curcumin, a component of turmeric, is a powerful antioxidant that can help protect against nerve damage. It can also make nerve damage less painful and reduce inflammation. Animal studies have shown that curcumin may help to reduce the incidence of peripheral neuropathy. In humans, research suggests that high doses of curcumin over a long period of time may help with diabetic neuropathy. In addition to turmeric, curcumin-rich foods include ginger, cumin, mustard seeds, black pepper, chilli pepper.