Try adding some of the fresh, zesty root to stir fries, soups or fish dishes, or steep 1/8 tsp of fresh grated ginger in hot water to make a therapeutic tea. Or: take a 200-mg supplement three times per day. You can find the supplements in health-food and natural-food stores, as well as some supermarkets.
However, eating carbohydrates that consist of simple sugars such as baked good, cookies and cakes influence blood glucose and insulin levels. Simple sugars are digested very quickly, which can cause blood sugar and insulin levels to spike.
When insulin loses potency, blood glucose levels will rise and become inconsistent. Often the insulin will still work somewhat - just not as well. It can cause confusion when trying to determine what part of your diabetes plan is not working. It can contribute to days or weeks of high blood glucose levels.