May reduce blood sugar levels

Sea buckthorn oil may promote normal blood sugar levels and help avoid diabetes. According to animal studies, it may lower blood sugar levels by boosting insulin secretion and sensitivity. In general, the risk of type 2 diabetes decreases with improved insulin secretion and increased cell sensitivity. Research on humans have, however, specifically looked at how sea buckthorn oil affects blood sugar levels.

38 individuals with impaired blood sugar regulation—a risk factor for type 2 diabetes—participated in one of the few recent studies by consuming either a placebo or 3 ounces (90 mL) of sea buckthorn fruit purée for 5 weeks. After ingesting the sea buckthorn fruit purée as opposed to the placebo, their fasting blood sugar levels were noticeably lower. The reduction in fasting blood sugar levels after 5 weeks, nevertheless, was only 0.14 mmol/L, which is regarded as being quite modest. Additionally, the study's sample size was modest. Overall, more thorough research is required.