High blood sugar level in the body causes diabetes. The sugar level increases when pancreas does not produce enough insulin in the body. Insulin helps to convert sugar in to energy.
The normal fasting blood sugar level in your body should range between 70-100 mg. If it goes above this limit then you may be diagnosed as pre diabetic or diabetic.
Herbs help to keep blood sugar level under control and they also lower the increased blood sugar and help to treat diabetes. These herbs should be taken after consultation with your doctor.
5 Herbs To Lower Blood Sugar
Fenugreek
Fenugreek grows in large parts of India, Egypt and Middle East. Fenugreek is widely used for culinary purposes. It has immense medicinal and curative value. Fenugreek contains alkaloid trigonelline and choline. The seeds of fenugreek contain amino acid called 4- Hydroxyisoluecine.
It stimulates the secretion of insulin and helps to bring down sugar level. It has been observed that daily intake of 3-5 grams of fenugreek powder with warm water helps to lower blood sugar level effectively.
Chicory
Chicory is a perennial herb and its root is most valuable for lowering blood sugar level. It contains Flavinoids, inulin, vitamins and minerals. Insulin helps to lower blood sugar level. Inulin is a natural blood cleanser and it helps to reduce cholesterol level as well.
The roots of chicory are roasted and powdered and then they are brewed like coffee. Chicory powder is generally mixed with coffee to reduce the caffeine in coffee without compromising with the flavor.
Cinnamon
Cinnamon is obtained from the bark of the tree. It contains proteins, fiber, carbohydrates, calcium, sodium, iron, potassium, riboflavin and vitamin C and A. Cinnamon helps to build insulin resistance in the body and it lowers blood sugar level.
It is also helpful in lowering cholesterol level and is beneficial in treating diabetes that is caused by obesity. A decoction prepared with 3 grams of cinnamon powder and one glass of water should be taken twice a day to reduce blood sugar level.
Indian Gooseberry
Indian Gooseberry or Amla is one of the best herbs for lowering blood sugar level. Amla is the base of many Ayurvedic medicines that are used to treat various ailments. Amla helps to regulate the function of pancreas and it improves insulin secretion to bring down blood sugar level.
Amla is used in various forms; you can eat one fresh amla to lower blood sugar level or take the juice of 2 amla diluted in water every morning or you can take 1 tea spoon of dried amla powder with your meals.
Wheatgrass
Wheatgrass contains healthy nutrients like vitamin A, C, K, E and B complex, it also contains minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, amino- acids and selenium. Wheatgrass is a powerful herb for treating diabetes, high cholesterol level and obesity.
It strengthens the immune system and builds insulin resistance in the body. Wheatgrass is taken in form of juice or it can be added to your vegetables as herb and the recommended dosage of wheatgrass should not exceed 15 grams per day.
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