acharya on February 11th, 2013

Ginger is surely more than just being one of the common spices, and an ancient Asian remedy. Here is another reason why this Asian-root should be included on your supermarket shopping list. According to latest study by University of Sydney, ginger helps manage high blood sugar levels that create complications in long-term diabetics, as it [...]

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acharya on November 20th, 2012

According to a new US study, eating plenty of apples, blueberries and pears may be associated with lowering risk of diabetes. These fruits contain flavonoids, a natural compound present in certain vegetables, fruits, and grains, which has the ability to lower risk of heart disease or cancer. A research fellow at the Harvard School of [...]

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acharya on October 29th, 2012

Recent studies have shown that herbs and natural supplements help in lowering blood sugar levels, thereby boosting insulin sensitivity and also reducing high blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Here is a list of easily available herbs that help in battling diabetes. Saptrangi The astringent, heating and dry nature of this herb helps regulate kapha dosha, [...]

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acharya on September 9th, 2012

Diabetes, referred to as a lifestyle disease, cannot be cured. But, with ayurvedic treatments and herbs, it can be controlled to a great extent. In fact, Ayurvedic texts explain about various types of diabetes. The Type 1 diabetes mellitus is usually due to autoimmune destruction of insulin-producing beta cells of the pancreas. However, the Type [...]

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acharya on July 6th, 2010

The Jamun is a purple coloured tropical berry with a unique taste, colour and flavour. It is acidic and astringent in nature, with a sweet taste. The jamun also popularly known as jambolan, kala jamun, jambas, rajaman, neredu, naval, nerale, java plum, jamali, black plum and black berry. The anthocyanin a plant pigment present in [...]

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acharya on October 2nd, 2009

Much has been heard and proven about the benefits of coffee on health during recent times. People have moved on from their belief during early days that coffee does not do anything more than just giving that jolt of energy due to its caffeine content. Several studies have now confirmed that drinking moderate amounts of [...]

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According to a new study, two servings of fish a week, reduces kidney damage risk, often associated with diabetes. All the participants involved in the study were diabetic. Among them, those who dined on fish less than once a week were 400 percent more prone to have traces of albumin in their urine, than diabetics [...]

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acharya on October 27th, 2008

We are aware of tremendous health benefits of Broccoli, and the numerous theories that have supported this fact. Here’s the next one in row. Researchers at the University of Warwick, have found that intake of Broccoli can actually reverse the damage caused by diabetes to blood vessels of the heart. According to the researchers, the [...]

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