Abstract:
The main treatment ofdiabetes includesinsulin injection continuously to maintain blood glucose, but nowadays, the researchers following some adjunct natural therapy for diabetes. It is proved that Fenugreek seeds lower blood glucose in diabetes patients by insulinotropic action and pancreatic insulin-sensitizing effects. Dietary supplementation of 10 g Fenugreek/day in diabetes cases decreased insulin resistance. Ginger can directly increase glucose uptake that may be beneficial in the management of type 1 and type 2 diabetes and improved glucose regulation, insulin secretion and lipid profiles. Using cinnamon had significant effect on the blood glucose in type 2 diabetics after 40 days and inhibited glycogen synthase activity. Nettle contains compounds that increase insulin sensitivity in muscle and fat cells, thereby increasing glucose uptake into these cells and subsequently lower blood sugar. Colocynth was administered three times a day in type 2 diabetes patients, and reduced fasting blood sugar and glycosylated hemoglobin and increased insulin secretion from pancreatic cells. Anti-diabetic properties of moringa may be due to effect on alpha-amylase and alphaglucosidase, which are responsible for converting dietary starch into glucose and manage diabetes. Camel milk contains insulin like proteins, which can be absorbed from the intestine and may be an effective alternative for insulin to treat type 1 and 2 and gestational diabetes. Camel milk may reduce blood sugar and required insulin dose. Raw camel milk increases insulin secretion, reduces insulin resistance and improves the glycemic control in type 1 diabetes patients. Due to the side effects and temporary effects of chemical drugs, the use of herbal and natural drugs along with chemical drugs is recommended for diabetics. But more scientific studies are needed to confirm the effectiveness of natural supplements on diabetes cases.
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7-7
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Published:
Journal: Abstract Book on International Conference on Food and Applied Sciences (ICFAS-23) 3-5 August 23, Volume: 0, Issue: 0, Year: 2023