Diabetes is a metabolic disease characterized by high blood sugar levels; diabetes occurs when the insulin production in the body is inadequate or the body’s cells do not respond well to the insulin produced, or a combination of both factors. Diabetes must be controlled and managed well if you want to live a long, healthy and happy life.
Diabetes can be prevented, controlled and managed by following a balanced a healthy lifestyle that includes a healthy diet and balanced work hours and sleep. A natural approach to treatment and management of diabetes is not something a lot of people look out for. This is because it is assumed that a natural approach will not be effective in working with the body to prevent or battle diabetes and its complications. The subject of whether botanicals are beneficial for health has been debated extensively; the fact of the matter is botanicals have no negative side effects on health. Here are a few botanicals that can be effective in regulating blood sugar levels in the body.
Garlic and onion: Diabetes very often progresses to heart disease; eating onion and garlic in sufficient quantity can significantly lower bad cholesterol (LDL or low density lipoproteins) and increase good cholesterol (HDL or high density lipoproteins), and go a long way in preventing heart disease.
Fig leaves: Fig leaves are known to keep blood sugar levels in check. Apart from treating diabetes, fig leaves also help in treating ailments such as high blood pressure, bronchitis and ulcers.
Cinnamon: One of cinnamon’s chief benefits is that it can mimic the way insulin works and help to stabilize blood sugar levels in the body. Studies have shown that taking half a teaspoon of cinnamon every day can reduce blood sugar levels, triglycerides, LDL (bad) cholesterol, and total cholesterol levels in people with Type 2 diabetes.
While we’ve talked about the above botanicals that contribute toward keeping diabetes in check, we must also mention olive oil. A diet rich in oil contributes to several health problems. Olive oil controls inflammation, which is the root cause of diabetes. Olive oil also helps to maintain good body weight, which contributes in preventing diabetes because higher the weight, more the risk of diabetes.
There are also many products available in the market that can control diabetes naturally.
Managing good body weight is important to prevent diabetes. If you have a family history of diabetes, you must eat healthy and live a balanced lifestyle. You should consult your physician before you decide to make any drastic changes to your diet.
Diabetes when controlled and managed well will not be a deterrent in living a healthy and happy life.
