Ayurvedic Treatment for Prediabetes & Diabetes Type 2

The efficacy of Ayurvedic herbs has been proved both in practical prognosis and laboratory tests. Studies have proved their efficacy over long term management of Diabetes Type-2, which includes not only blood glucose lowering capacity, but also improving the overall glucose metabolism.. The following treatments are helpful in

• Diabetes type-2 and its  associated complications like 

• Cardiovascular disease

• Nerve damage (neuropathy)

• Kidney damage (nephropathy)

• Eye damage (retinopathy)

• Diabetic foot

• Diabetic Skin conditions

Type 2 diabetes is a constantly evolving disease which affects multiple organs at one go. It is popularly known as non-insulin dependent diabetes. It is a mild form of diabetes, appearing generally in adulthood. Progressively this disease causes damage to pancreas, kidneys, heart skin, eyes and nerves which are easily managed by the following treatment plans and herbs. It is basically divided into treatment for pre-diabetes, established diabetes and long standing diabetes(having complications).

Treatment in Pre-diabetic Condition

The combination of Haridra(Turmeric) and Amla(Indian Gooseberry) has been used in ethno medical practices. Recent studies have shown its  involvement in regeneration and rejuvenation of cells leading to an increased insulin production and secretion

(1) and reduction of glucose and blood pressure

(2)Treatment in Established Diabetes

Vijaysaar(Petrocarpus Marsupium), Chirayta(Swertia chirayita)are one of the most potent antidiabetic herbs. This combination shows significant reduction in post pardinal sugar

(3), along with overcoming insulin resistance

(4). It also shows hepatoprotective

(5) and Cardiotonic activities

(6).Treatment in Long Standing Diabetes

Neem (Azadirachta Indica) and Jamun(Syzygium cumini) show significant reduction in diabetes when used for long term. Neem blocks the action of epinephrine on glucose metabolism, thus increasing peripheral glucose utilization

(7). It has also shown to delay the onset of diabetes

(8).Jamun on the other hand restores altered hepatic and skeletal muscle glycogen content and hepatic glucokinase

(9). Its seeds and fruit pulp contains bio active properties which directly reduce the blood glucose levels .