Guide by goal
Supplements for sugar cravings
The 6 actives in the library that the quiz considers when your goal is curbing sugar cravings, ordered by the strength of their evidence, with their reference dose. Their profiles link to 14 studies.
What the evidence says for each
The level of evidence sums up everything known about each active, not just for this goal. What there is specifically for curbing sugar cravings is in the studies on its profile.
| Active | Evidence | Reference dose | What is known |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chromium (picolinate) | Promising | 200 µg a day. | Authorised EU claim Chromium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels. Some small trials suggest fewer carbohydrate cravings; results are mixed. |
| Myo-inositol | Promising | 2–4 g a day. | Several trials in women with irregular cycles show improvements in regularity and insulin sensitivity, but the international guidelines (2023) still consider it under investigation. |
| BerberineAdvanced level | Promising | 500 mg, 2–3 times a day (1,000–1,500 mg a day), the regimen used in trials. | Many trials on blood sugar and lipids, with consistent results. EFSA’s 2026 draft points to in vitro genotoxicity, carcinogenicity in rodents and cases of liver damage, and it has not been able to set a safe intake. |
| Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA)Advanced level | Experimental | 300 mg a day. | Meta-analyses show small effects on blood sugar and weight. Limited evidence for cravings. |
| Ceylon cinnamonAdvanced level | Experimental | 500 mg–1 g a day. | Meta-analyses show modest, inconsistent effects on blood sugar. Weak evidence for cravings. |
| ResveratrolAdvanced level | Experimental | Up to 150 mg a day (maximum authorised in the EU). | Widely studied in animals; in humans, results on ageing and metabolism are inconsistent. |
How to choose
An active appearing here does not mean you need it. The quiz combines this goal with the rest of your answers and only suggests the ones with enough reasons, without repeating actives that do the same thing.
Each profile explains the form, time of day, what to check on the label, precautions and studies. If a problem persists or worries you, see a healthcare professional: a supplement is no substitute for that.
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Guide reviewed on 3 November 2026. Sources: EFSA, Regulation (EU) 432/2012 and the studies on each profile.
General information based on published scientific evidence and EU law. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle, and are not intended to diagnose, treat or prevent any disease.
Do not exceed the daily dose stated on each product. If you take medication, have a medical condition or have any doubts, ask your doctor or pharmacist.