DIABETES AND HERBS | 30. Jul, 2022

DIABETES AND HERBS | 30. Jul, 2022

FEW HERBS THAT WILL HELP LOWER BLOOD SUGAR LEVEL. 
Diabetes is a chronic condition. It is essential to maintain healthy blood sugar levels when suffering from diabetes
These herbs could be beneficial for those with diabetes when paired with a healthy diet and active lifestyle. 
Fenugreek 
Fenugreek seeds and the herb have been used to treat skin and digestive issues. This herb also fights metabolic disorders. Fenugreek helps in lowering blood glucose levels and combats diabetes. 
Mint Leaf
Mint is very cooling and aids in digestion and breathing disorders and It is also used to treat skin conditions too.
Mint is an excellent herb to manage blood sugar levels 
Ginger 
Ginger is used extensively in cuisines. The aromatic herb has been used to combat diabetes. It increases the sensitivity of the body to insulin and helps in increasing insulin secretion. 
Thyme
Thyme significantly improved the blood glucose levels and protect against metabolic changes and the complications induced by diabetes 
Oregano 
This herb has a two-pronged effect on high blood sugar. It increases the activity in the pancreas to make more insulin and reduces blood sugar levels by inhibiting cravings for sweets. The glucose in the cells gets mobilised due to specific components present in oregano. Apart from boosting immune health, it reduces carbohydrate formation in the body. 
Sage 
Sage reduces blood sugar levels to a significant amount, more so, when it is consumed on an empty stomach. Adding sage to the diet increases the secretion of insulin and helps manage diabetes better. It is best consumed in the form of tea. 
Rosemary 
That delicious whiff in soups and curries is because of rosemary. Not just does rosemary promote weight loss, 0but it also balances blood sugar levels. Rosemary is also responsible for reducing bad cholesterol (LDL) and increasing good cholesterol (HDL). 
Ginseng 
As part of oriental medicine, ginseng has been in use for many centuries. It has superlative immune-boosting properties and is anti-diabetic. Ginseng reduces the rate of absorption of carbs in the body. Ginseng also accelerates the production of insulin by the pancreas. 
Tumeric 
turmeric extract could help stabilize blood sugar levels and make diabetes more manageable. This extract can be found in over-the-counter supplements. It may also provide general health benefits, such as in aiding digestion. 
Aloe Vera 
The fleshy plant forms an essential part of alternative medicine. It reduces inflammation in the body and treats indigestion. 
Inflammation in the body is responsible for many chronic lifestyle diseases like diabetes. Read more about the benefits of aloe vera for skin and hair. 
Soursop (Graviola)
It has been found that soursop extract could significantly reduce blood sugar levels.
I have about five clients that testified to this.
I recommend you combine it with healthy food
For a positive result. 
Cinnamon 
Cinnamon to better blood sugar levels, it may curb blood sugar by lowering insulin resistance. 
Bitter Leaf.
Bitter leaf helps diabetic patients to reduce their blood sugar levels.
I have few people on it now and they are benefiting from it. 
Their blood sugar levels is now going down. 
Alpha lipoic acid
Alpha-lipoic acid is an antioxidant made by the body. It is found in every cell, where it helps turn glucose into energy. 
Bitter melon
Bitter melon has several natural chemicals that seem to act like insulin and help to lower blood sugar levels, they do this by causing more glucose to enter the cells, and then helping your body process it and store it in the liver, muscles, and fat. They also may prevent your body from changing the nutrients that it stores into glucose and then releasing it into the blood. 
Chromium
Chromium is an essential mineral that plays a role in how insulin helps the body regulate blood sugar levels. Insulin is a hormone your body uses to change sugar, starches, and other food into the energy you need for daily activities.
Some evidence suggests that chromium supplements may help people with diabetes lower blood sugar levels. People with diabetes either do not make enough insulin, or cannot properly use the insulin that their bodies make. As a result, glucose or sugar builds up in the bloodstream. 
Devil's claw
Devil’s claw is an herbal supplement primarily used as an alternative treatment for arthritis and pain. It comes in many forms, including concentrated extracts, capsules, powders and herbal teas.
Devil's claw also lowers blood sugar 
Garlic
In traditional medicine, raw garlic has been recommended a trusted Source to help reduce high cholesterol levels and high blood pressure. 
Garlic consumption may also reduce the incidence of heart disease, a condition that affects people with diabetes.
Raw garlic helps reduce blood sugar levels. 
Horse chestnut
Horse chestnut may slow blood clotting and increase the effects of blood thinners like Coumadin.
Horse chestnut may lower blood sugar levels. 
Moringa oleifera
Moringa oleifera also known as the drumstick tree has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties. The stem, leaves, bark, flower, fruit and several other parts of the plant can be used in different ways. Moringa has antifungal, antiviral, antidepressant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Moringa leaves have Quercetin which is an antioxidant that helps to lower blood pressure and another antioxidant is Chlorogenic acid which stabilizes blood sugar levels. The Chlorogenic acid found in moringa may help the body process sugar better and affect insulin too."
Psyllium
Psyllium husk has been found to help with blood sugar control. Adding it to a healthy diet can help lower blood sugar levels, reducing the risk of metabolic syndrome. Taking psyllium before meals has been found to keep blood sugar levels from rising after a meal, which is important for individuals with diabetes or pre-diabetes. 
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