There are eight natural remedies that can be used for treatment of diabetes: fig leaves, black seed, fenugreek, cinnamon, grape seed extract, olive oil, bitter melon and Vitamin C.
1. Fig Leaves
Fig leaves are known for treating diabetes. Fig leaves are also used to bronchitis, genital warts, liver cirrhosis, high blood pressure, skin problems and ulcers. Studies show that fig leaves have anti-diabetic properties. Patients need less insulin when on a diabetic treatment of using the fig leaf extract.
How to use fig leaves? You can boil the leaves of the fig in a cup of waster and drink it as a tea.
2. Black Seed
Black seed (Nigella Sativa) has been used for over 2000 years for treating diseases from acne to pancreatic cancers. Recent researches show that, the seeds can help treat diabetes.
How to use black seeds for the treatment of diabetes? Here is the recipe:
– 1 half cup of black seeds (heated)
– 1 half cup of watercress seeds (or mustard seeds)
– 1/4 cup of ground pomegranate peel
– 1/8 cup of fumitory
– Put them in a blender and make a fine powder
– Take one teaspoon of the ground powder one hour before eating
– Once a day for 4 weeks
3. Fenugreek
Fenugreek is said to help treat diabetes. Here is the recipe:
Take 10-20 grams of fenugreek with each meal once a day.
Please note that, fenugreek is a warming herb that leads a warming flow to the lower body. If you have infections in the lower body, you should not use it. If you have difficulty in breathing, tightness in chest, rash, swollen and itchy skin after taken fenugreek, you should stop using it.
4. Cinnamon
Cinnamon is another warming herb that can be used for the treatment of diabetes. According to the traditional Chinese medicine guidelines, cinnamon warms up the lower body and reduce frequency of urination, which is commonly associated with diabetes.
Modern studies have proven the effectiveness. According to a study in 2003 by Khan and associates. 60 people were tested in the group and one third of the group was given a placebo. The results were very impressive and the overall health of the group was increased with glucose down 18 percent; LDL cholesterol and triglycerides also showed reduced levels. Researchers believe that cinnamon can soften the cell membranes, mimics insulin, thus it can lower need for insulin immediately.
In traditional Chinese medicine, cinnamon is combined with other herbs to treat diabetes. If you are suffering from diabetes, you may try this recipe:
– 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
– Taken with water or food
– Once a day
5. Grape seed Extract
Grape seed extract has been proven to help treat diabetes. Studies show that grape seeds can protect the liver cells and set up defense mechanisms against reactive oxygen species produced by hyperglycemic conditions.
You can find grape seed supplements in the form of capsules. It is suggested to take 50mg per 50 lbs of weight per day.
You may also take the seed powder: ground the seeds into a fine powder, take it with water or food.
6. Olive Oil
It is said that olive oil may prevent diabetes. By using olive oil, you can reduce your blood levels including LDL and triglycerides. Researchers found that, the Mediterranean diet is beneficial in the treatment of diabetes by using olive oil, which is monounsaturated instead of saturated fats.
How to use olive oil? You may use the oil for daily cooking, eat it with salad. Or you can drink 1/4 cup of olive oil per day before sleeping.
7. Bitter Melon
Bitter melon is a traditional vegetable in Asia. People eat it in summer. Researchers have proven that bitter melon works great for diabetes. Bitter melon contains insulin like properties which help in the lowering of the blood and urine levels.
You can eat bitter melon as a vegetable. Cook it with pork and garlic. Or you can use the fresh bitter melon to make a juice and drink it.
8. Vitamin C
Researchers have found that taking vitamin C daily can normalize your sugar levels. It is suggested to take 100-600mg per day for one month to see the effect.
