Recent studies conducted by Chinese experts bring a new ray of hope for diabetics.
Researchers, led by Tao Xia, China Normal University, have found that the extract of pumpkin is a potential treatment for diabetics which could reduce the intake of insulin quantity that diabetics need to take.
Xia’s team found that diabetic rats, when fed with [...]
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The Jamun berry has an unusual taste, but while taking the health factors into considerations, this little berry could blow you away.
The berry which usually leaves a grainy feel on the tongue, is a powerhouse of health. It has been officially named as a diabetes-fighter by the studies conducted by Indian Journal of Pharmacology, and [...]
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According to a new study, cinnamon helps in reducing the health concern associated with sudden surge in blood sugar that happens on consumption of refined sugar. By adding cinnamon to desserts, the surge in blood sugar levels that normally happens immediately after consumption of sweetened foods will be reduced.
Research conducted at the Malmo University Hospital [...]
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Diabetes is a lifelong condition, wherein the body cannot convert food into energy due to lack of insulin, or in other words, the inability to use insulin. A person with diabetes will have high blood glucose content. The normal range of glucose is about 70 to 110 mg/dl. Blood glucose usually shoots up after eating, [...]
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Regular coffee consumers, particularly women, are less likely to develop diabetes, says a new study at the Minnesota University.
A data of more than 2800 post-menopausal women was analyzed, and the researchers discovered that those who consumed a minimum of two cups of coffee a day, all through their lives, were 22% less likely to [tag]develop [...]
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There are numerous herbs that are proven beneficial in treating diabetes. But, this does not imply that one can discontinue the usage of insulin or other medications. Based on the individualistic nature of diabetic symptoms, patients who are interested in herbal treatments can locate a qualified registered medical herbalist, rather than self-medicate with herbs. This [...]
Diabetes has been treated with [tag]herbal medications[/tag] since times immemorial. To add to this, recent researches and studies have confirmed the efficacy of many such preparations. A few such herbs that are effective and non-toxic are covered here:
Pterocarpus marsupium (Indian Kino) – The tree is the source of the Kino of the European Pharmacopeas. The [...]
A [tag]diabetic tea[/tag] made by powdering the ingredients of Gymenema Sylvestre and Camellia Sinensis in the ratio of (60:40) is added to a glass of boiling water and the mixture is strained and warmed twice a day. This can be consumed without addition of sugar and is a good [tag]tea for diabetics[/tag].