Herbal and Natural Remedies for Diabetes

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1. Turmeric

Turmeric is an herb that gives curry its yellow color,excellent for diabetes. It contains a compound called curcumin, which has several medicinal properties, including anti-diabetic effects.

Studies have shown that curcumin has the ability to lower blood sugar levels. One recent study found that taking just 300 mg a day of highly purified curcuminoids decreased blood sugar levels by almost 18% .

Another study of more than 200 prediabetics found that taking 1.5 grams of curcumin for 9 months improved beta-cell function and prevented the development of type 2 diabetes during the study .

Other studies have found evidence that the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects of curcumin may lower the risk of heart disease and other complications from diabetes .

2. Ginger

Ginger is a popular spice used in cooking and home remedies.

It may also improve some diabetes symptoms.

One study of 88 participants found that taking 3 grams of ginger daily for eight weeks reduced fasting blood sugar and HbA1c levels, which are a measure of average blood sugar levels over the past 2–3 months .

Several other studies with doses ranging from 2–3 grams have found similar effects .

Ginger also appears to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.

Furthermore, studies have shown that ginger supplements may reduce markers of inflammation, which can lead to complications like eye damage.

Lastly, evidence also suggests that the active compounds found in ginger can help prevent changes in proteins caused by high blood sugar. These changes can damage cells, nerves and blood vessels.

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3. Cinnamon

Cinnamon is a well-known supplement for diabetes. However, the evidence for its use is conflicting.

Many lab studies have shown that cinnamon may help improve insulin resistance, lower the absorption of glucose after a meal and fight inflammation. However, many large reviews of studies in humans have not found consistent results.

Some studies show no significant effects, while others find improvements in fasting blood sugar, total cholesterol, “bad” LDL cholesterol and “good” HDL cholesterol.

Yet, most studies have shown improvements in fasting and average blood sugar levels .

Another problem with recommending cinnamon as a supplement for diabetes is that the two main types of cinnamon — Ceylon and Cassia — have varying effects. Moreover, neither has been studied well.

Some evidence suggests that Cassia cinnamon may be more effective at lowering blood sugar levels, and most studies in humans have used Cassia cinnamon or not specified which type was used .

However, Cassia cinnamon has a high content of coumarin, which has the potential to cause liver damage if taken in excess. Although current studies have not found this effect, they have been too small and too short to say for sure.

Therefore, if cinnamon is used as a supplement, Ceylon cinnamon is the safer choice

4. Onion

Onion’s ability to lower blood sugar has been well studied in animals and the lab .

Unfortunately, only a few studies have explored these effects in humans. Nevertheless, the results are encouraging.

One study in type 1 and type 2 diabetics found that simply consuming 100 grams of raw, red onion caused a significant decrease in high blood sugar in both types of patients when consumed with a meal that contained sugar .

Other, less recent studies have also found that consuming onion with meals can help lower blood sugar after a meal .

While the evidence is only preliminary, adding onion to your diet appears to be an easy way to help keep your blood sugar levels under control

5. Black Seed or Black Curry

Black seed, or black curry (Nigella sativa), is the seed of a flower that has a history of use in traditional medicine.

Many test-tube and animal studies have found that black seed has the ability to fight inflammation, lower blood lipids, fight bacteria and protect the heart and liver from disease.

Similar studies have also found that black seed may protect against certain complications of diabetes .

A recent review of 23 human studies including over 1,500 participants found that black seed significantly reduced fasting blood sugar and HbA1c in more than half of the studies examined .

Other studies have found that black seed has the ability to lower high blood sugar and improve blood lipids in patients with diabetes .

However, more research is necessary to confirm these effects and determine the appropriate dosage.

6. Fenugreek

Fenugreek is an herb often used in cooking and home remedies for many conditions.

Studies on the use of fenugreek in diabetics have not been consistent, but a large review found that fenugreek significantly decreased fasting blood sugar, post-meal blood sugar, average blood sugar over 2–3 months (HbA1c) and cholesterol .

Other reviews have also found that fenugreek helped lower blood sugar, but just how much of an impact it has is not clear. One review found that fenugreek helped lower blood sugar by 17 mg/dl on average, which is relatively small.

Interestingly, fenugreek may help prevent diabetes in the first place. Another recent study found that daily supplementation of fenugreek over three years significantly reduced the number of people who developed diabetes during the study .

However, an upset stomach may be a side effect.

7. Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is a common house and garden plant that is also well known for its health benefits, perhaps most famously for soothing the pain of a sunburn.

However, it’s currently being extensively studied for other uses as well, including as an oral supplement to improve symptoms of diabetes.

Reviews of recent studies have found that aloe vera can significantly reduce fasting blood sugar.

One study found that aloe vera reduced HbA1c, a measure of average blood sugar over the past several months, by 1.05%, which is very promising .

Other reviews have found the same effects .

Nevertheless, larger studies are needed to confirm these potential health benefits, and some uncomfortable and potentially dangerous side effects of consuming aloe vera have been reported.

8. Berberine

Berberine is a supplement derived from plants. It has long been studied for its anti-diabetic effects.

Through a variety of mechanisms, berberine may help improve blood lipid levels, lower inflammation and lower blood sugar .

In one three-month study of 36 patients, berberine supplements were nearly as effective as metformin, a diabetes medication that helps control blood sugar levels.

In fact, berberine decreased HbA1c from 9.47% to 7.48%. Interestingly, less than 7.0% is well-controlled for diabetics and less than 6.0% is considered normal. It also decreased fasting blood sugar by 36% and post-meal blood sugar by 44% .

Unfortunately, berberine is very poorly absorbed, meaning the dosage is usually rather high. In one study, up to 34.5% of patients experienced side effects, including diarrhea, flatulence and stomach pain .

However, berberine appears to be effective and scientists are continuing to research ways to improve its ability to be absorbed.

9.PANEER DODA / INDIAN RENNET(Best for Diabetes)

Paneer doda not only utilizes the blood glucose, but also repairs the Beta Cells of Pancreas to provide Insulin to our body in the right quantities. Therefore, the patient consuming Paneer doda regularly has a reduced consumption of the anti – diabetic drugs and if he is on Insulin the units are also reduced. The herb causes depletion of blood sugar & improves glucose utilization and carbohydrate metabolism, and also minimizes the complication of hyperglycemia. Synthetic anti-diabetics act on one site in only one way whereas, the herb acts on various sites in varied ways to effectively control factors and pathways which lead to Diabetes Mellitus.

Paneer doda is a herb to correct the cause as well as effects, besides the condition itself. It corrects the degenerative issues, which result because of diabetes. It is safe and effective in managing Diabetes Mellitus as a single agent supplement to synthetic antidiabetic drugs.

Paneer doda helps overcome defiance to oral hypoglycemic drugs when used as a supplementary  to various cases of uncontrolled diabetes.
Paneer doda confers a sense of well-being in patients and promotes symptomatic relief in diseases  like weakness, dizziness, pain in legs, body ache, polyuria and pruritus.

How To Use:

• Soak 10 – 15 pods of Paneer Doda in a glass of water overnight.
• Next morning, Squeeze those Paneer Doda to bring out their extract in the water.
• Filter through a sieve.
• Drink that water on an empty stomach.

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