HERBS AND
FOODS FOR DIABETES
Diabetes is one of the most deadly diseases
in the world. Diabetes is of two type’s viz. Type 1 and Type 2. There are
several medicines in the world to keep the blood sugar in check. Diabetes is
basically a non curable disease. We can’t actually call diabetes a disease;
rather it’s a phenomenon in which the blood sugar level fluctuates. The best
medicine available in the world to reduce the increased blood sugar level is
insulin. Apart from all these chemical medicines, there are some Herbal ones
which too are effective in controlling the level of the blood sugar in the
human body. This article will give you the list of the herbs and foods which
will help you to keep a check on the blood sugar level in your body. The list
is as follows:-
ü BITTER MELON: Analogous to
its name it is believed to help the body cells the glucose more efficiently and
impede the sugar absorption in the intestines. Scientists from different parts
of the world have found it effective when tested on men and women as well, for
a specific period of time. It has shown more positive results despite
generating gastrointestinal problems as a side effect.
ü GINSENG: It has proved to
be seditious in boosting immune system and is known for its disease fighting
benefits. This is basically a Chinese herb which not only slows the
carbohydrate absorption but helps the cells to use the glucose more
effectively. Ginseng also increases the insulin secretion from the pancreas and
has been successful in lowering the blood sugar level up to 20 % compared to
the chemical pills.
ü GYMNEMA SYLVESTRE: It
literally means ‘SUGAR SLAYER’ and is believed to demote the ability to detect
sweetness. It generally boosts the enzymes to use the glucose more effectively
and increase the ability of the pancreas to stimulate insulin.
ü BILBERRY: It is a next of
kin to the blueberry and carries special antioxidants in its fruits and leaves.
These anti oxidants are called antho – cyanides and are believed to reduce the
blood sugar level.
ü PRICKLY PEAR CACTUS: The
ripe fruit of this cactus is easily available in your grocery store, and has
proved to lower the blood sugar levels in humans. It contains components which
are similar to insulin.
ü CINNAMON: This is a very
famous flavoring component which has also proved to be mutinous in lowering
blood sugar levels. It is slightly sweet in taste but contains no sugar. It has
been proved to be the best for Type 2 diabetes. One can easily include any pure
form of cinnamon in their regular meals.
ü TULSI LEAF: This leaf is
very common in India. This leaf has also proved to be the best herb in reduction
of blood sugar level. It has powerful and effective medicinal properties to
treat type 2 diabetes.
ü CHAMOMILE / CHAMOMILE TEA:
This is a herbal tea which has also shown positive results in reducing the
progression of type 2 diabetes and has been very effective in maintain a
constant blood sugar level.
