How to Control Diabetes Naturally-Herbal Remedies and Diet
Overview
When we listen about Diabetes, we feel scary as it disturbs our whole life and can lead to kidney, heart disorders in the future. So, don’t lose hope as Ayurveda has the best herbal remedies that will control and manage your diabetes naturally. Diabetes is a health issue that is caused due to the rise of blood glucose in the blood.
Types of Diabetes
Mainly diabetes is of two types: Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes.Type 1 diabetes is insulin dependent also known as juvenile that begins in childhood. In this,the body attacks the pancreatic cells with antibodies that causes damage to the pancreas.Type-2 diabetes affects 95% of the population. It is a non-insulin dependent type of diabetes.
What are the signs and symptoms seen in a diabetic patient?
The main signs and symptoms seen are:
- Excessive thirst
- Fatigue
- Weight loss
- Increased urine output
- Skin disorder
- Tingling and numbness in toes and feet
- Infections
- Hunger
- Nausea and vomiting sometimes when diabetes left untreated
The glucose levels in a normal person should be less than 100 mg/dl. When fasting plasma glucose level is more than 126 mg/dl then it indicates diabetes. A random blood glucose level of 200mg/dl or more is another indicator of diabetes.
Who are at a higher risk of diabetes?
- Persons having a family history
- High blood pressure
- Overweight or obese
- High cholesterol and triglycerides level
- Age
- Impaired glucose tolerance
- Polycystic ovarian syndrome
- Gestational diabetes
(Reference: Charakchikitsasthan chapter no 6 shloka no 4)
This shloka by Acharya Charak represents that basic causes seen in a diabetic patient are sleeping a lot, feeling lethargy every time, eating food items that will increase kapha dosha in the body like curd,the meat of animals, birds, jaggery, sweets, sugar, kheer, rice, etc. These things give birth to diabetes.
(Reference: Charakchikitsasthan chapter no 6 shlok no 8)
This shloka represents that: In Prameha (Kapha, Pitta, and Vata) these three doshas, (meda, rakta, shukra, ambu, vasa, lasika, majja, rasa, oja, and mansa) these 10 dushyasall these in combination are the reasons for twenty types of Prameha (Diabetes).
Ayurvedic Treatment of Diabetes (Diabetes Care Pack)
Planet Ayurveda a best healing center introduces “Diabetes Care Pack” for the proper treatment of diabetes. This pack comprises of four medicines Fenugreek capsules, Diabeta plus capsules, Karela capsules, and Madhumehantak churna.
Let’s discuss the detailed composition and uses of all these products:
- Fenugreek capsules: The capsules have been prepared from the standardized extract of herb (Trigonella foenum graecum) that maintains the high glucose level due to its bitter taste. These capsules deal with the signs and symptoms associated with diabetes.
Recommended dosage: Take one to two capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.
- Dia-Beta plus capsules: These herbal capsules have been prepared from herbs like Saptarangi (Salaciachinensis), Gurmar (Gymnemasylvestre), Vijayasar (Pterocarpusmarsupim), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Karela (Momordicacharantia), and Tulsi (Ocimumtenuiflorum) that show anti-diabetic properties. These herbs in combination act as diabetic killer that reduce the high glucose level.
Recommended dosage: Take one to two capsules twice daily with plain water before meals.
- Karela capsules: The capsules are prepared from the standardized extract of herb “Momordicacharantia“that manages the uncontrolled glucose level. Regular use of these capsules reduce diabetes and prevent its complications.
Recommended dosage: Take one to two capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.
- Madhumehantak churna: This herbal churna has been prepared from herbs like Saptrangi (Salaciachinesis), Vizaysaar (Pterocarpusmarsupium), Bilvapatra (Aeglemarmelos), Gurmaar (Gymnemasylvestrae), Neem (Azadirachtaindica), Methi (Trigonellafoenumgraceum), Jamun (Syzygiumcumini), Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Karela (Momordicacharantia), Babool (Acacia arabica), and Sadabahar (Eocnerarosea) that prevent the raised sugar level in the body. The complication like diabetic neuropathy is controlled with the use of this churna. All signs and symptoms are maintained with the regular use of this churna.
Recommended dosage: Take one teaspoonful twice daily with plain water before meals.
Diet for Diabetic Patient
Not only herbal remedies but diet also plays an important role in managing the raised sugar level in the body. Consuming the right amount of food manages your blood glucose level. Include a variety of healthy food in your diet. Making changes in your lifestyle and becoming more active reduce your diabetes. Sticking to regular mealtimes and including healthiest food in moderate amount controls the raised glucose level.Physical activities and nutrition keep you fit and fine.
Include various food groups in your diet like
1) Vegetables: include broccoli, fenugreek, spinach, bittermelon, bottlegourd, ridgegourd, carrots, tomatoes, pepper, green peas, etc.
2) Fruits: include apples, bananas, oranges, grapes, melon, berries, kiwi, avocadoes, etc.
3) Protein: include eggs, fish, chickpeas, split peas, tofu, lean meat, chicken, lean meat, etc.
4) Grains: include whole grains like wheat, barley, oats, quiona, brown rice, etc.
5) Cinnamon is an antioxidant. Regular use of it controls the HbA1c level in the body. Use this herb in powder form, or as a whole stick.
6) Turmeric: The presence of curcumin in the turmeric lowers downinflammation,reduces heart risk, and blood sugar level. So,include turmeric in your diet as a spice in a raw or powder form.
7) Flaxseeds: It is rich in insoluble fiber that improves blood sugar level and decreases heart disease risk. Use this in powder form or eat a teaspoonful of these seeds with a glass of water.
8) Chia seeds: These seeds are rich in fiber and low in carbohydrates. Take one teaspoonful of these seeds and eat with a glass of water. The fiber in it reduces the high blood glucose level in the body.
9) Apple Cider Vinegar: The use of apple cider vinegar reduces the blood sugar level and improves insulin sensitivity. Take one teaspoonful of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water early in the morning on an empty stomach.
10) Garlic: It is an important herb for maintaining type-2 diabetes, reduces inflammation, and diabetic neuropathy. Eat raw garlic daily in the morning on an empty stomach.
Note
Follow this diet and herbal remedies daily as they will maintain all signs and symptoms in a diabetic patient.
