11 Ayurvedic herbs for treating diabetes

                                                   11 Ayurvedic herbs for treating diabetes

Introduction

In the United States, the estimated number of people living with

diagnosed and undiagnosed diabetes is 34.2 million.

Without ongoing, careful management of diabetes, diabetes can lead to

build up of sugars in the blood, which can increase the risk of

complications, including stroke and heart disease.

Different kinds of diabetes can occur, and how people manage the

condition depends on the type of diabetes. Not all forms of diabetes

occur from weighing overweight by person or from leading an inactive

lifestyle. Some are present from childhood.

You will benefit from reading this pillar content by knowing about

treatments used in treating diabetes.

What is diabetes?

Diabetes mellitus, known as diabetes, is a metabolic disease/disorder

which causes high blood sugar. The hormone insulin moves sugar from

the blood into our cells to be stored or/and used for energy. With

diabetes, your body either does not make enough insulin or cannot

effectively use the insulin it makes.

Untreated high blood sugar in diabetes can damage our nerves, eyes,

kidneys, and other organs.

There are different types of diabetes:

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease. The immune system attacks

and then destroys cells in the pancreas, where insulin is made. It’s

unclear what causes this attack. About 10 percent of people have this

type of diabetes.

Type 2 diabetes occurs when our body becomes resistant to insulin, and

thus sugar builds up in our blood.

Prediabetes occurs when our blood sugar level is higher than normal,

but it’s not high enough for the diagnosis of type 2 diabetes.

Gestational diabetes is high blood sugar during pregnancy.

Insulin-blocking hormones produced by placenta cause gestational

diabetes.

Diabetes insipidus is a different condition in which our kidneys remove

too much fluid from our body.

Why is it alarming/dangerous?

34.2 million people of all ages – about 1 in 10 – have diabetes in the

U.S. 7.3 million adults aged 18 and older (about 1 in 5) are unaware that

they have diabetes (just under 3% of all U.S. adults). The number of

people who are diagnosed with diabetes increases with age. More than

26% of adults age 65 and older that is about 1 in 4 have diabetes.

Diabetes was the ninth leading cause of death in 2019 with an estimated

1.5 million deaths which is directly caused by diabetes.

Ayurvedic treatment for diabetes

Ayurveda specifies the use of some herbs that aid in diabetes

treatment. Different scholars prefer to be drawned to herbal

preparations for treatment of metabolic syndrome. Here are few

ayurvedic herbs used to alleviate symptoms of diabetes.

1.Turmeric: Powder of this turmeric is anti-allergic, anti-cancer,

anti-inflammatory, and one of the strongest natural anti-diabetic

agents. Turmeric generally aids in the purification of the blood, acts

as a channel opener, aids in the reduction of insulin resistance,

and thus it facilitates glucose entry into the cells. Turmeric is

efficient when combined with aloe vera.

2.Saptrangi: It is an excellent diabetes treatment. It is a tree whose

bark is effective at regulating blood sugar levels. It is being studied

in western herbal universities, but has been used in Ayurveda for

centuries. The herb is shown to have anti-diabetic effects.

3.Vizaysaar: The bark of this large tree contains significant

anti-diabetic properties. Diabetic patients keep this in some water

in the wooden glass overnight and drink it in the morning. When

colour of water does not change to brown, the glass is replaced

after approximately one month.

4.Bilva: This tree’s roots remain covered in three leaves. Any tree

with a mixture of three leaves is regarded by ayurveda as divine

and the abode of Lord Brahma, Vishnu, and Maheshwar. Its fruit is

beneficial for irritable bowel syndrome. Bilva leaves are excellent

for diabetics. The leaves of this tree are dried, ground into a

powder, and combined with other herbs to maximize effectiveness.

5.Gurmar: Gurmar is translated as “The sugar destroyer” in Hindi. It

is a twine that is used in Ayurveda for centuries for its

sugar-regulating properties. Recent research is indicated that it

comprises Gymnemic acid molecules, which are supposed to be

responsible for its anti-diabetic properties. They form complexes

with sugar molecules in the intestines, thus preventing them from

entering the bloodstream. As a result, it is effective in regulating

blood sugar levels.

6.Karela: This juice of this vegetable works wonders in reducing and

managing complications of diabetes. For better performance, 30

ml of juice of Karela being first thing in the morning on an empty

stomach is recommended. It works best when its juice combined

with Amla juice.

7.Tulsi: The people of India regard this plant for its extraordinary

medicinal properties. Regular use of its leaves successfully

regulates blood sugar levels. Additionally, it is being beneficial for a

variety of cancers, respiratory and bacterial infections, sore

throats, coughs, and colds.

8.Fenugreek: A spicy, pungent herb that helps in the reduction of

excess kapha. It is an outstanding herb for controlling blood sugar

and cholesterol levels. Its seed powder is used to help control

blood sugar levels.

9.Neem: In Ayurveda, neem historically is used to purify the blood

and boost the immune system. It helps in the maintenance of

normal blood glucose levels.

10.Guggulu: Guggulu is used in Ayurveda for centuries to gently

detoxify the body and promote appropriate nutrients by enhancing

the body’s metabolism and aiding in the elimination of waste

products. Through its scraping behavior, it helps in the removal of

excess sugar and fat from the body.

11.Amla: It is the richest source of vitamin C on the planet and is

nature’s superantioxidant. Amla contains 30 times the amount of

vitamin C as found in an orange. It slows the aging process and

thus delays the onset of diabetes complications.