High blood sugar (glucose) is the most common cause of diabetes (both type 1 and 2). It happens when the body either can’t produce insulin (type 1 diabetes) or become insulin resistant (type 2 diabetes). Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas, that helps regulate blood glucose levels in the body. According to Ayurveda, maintaining normal blood sugar levels is vital to prevent diabetes. This can be done with a combination of a healthy diet, regular exercise, proper eating habits, maintaining a healthy weight, and consuming anti-diabetic superfoods, herbs, and spices on a regular basis. Ayurveda recommends consuming the below spices to control their blood sugar levels and manage diabetes. The benefits are also backed by scientific studies.
Cinnamon
Many studies have shown that cinnamon can lower blood sugar levels by stimulating insulin activity. It also contains bioactive components that can help prevent and fight diabetes. A recent study found that cinnamon supplements helped lower abnormal fasting glucose levels in people with prediabetes and slow the progression to type 2 diabetes. The participants were given a 500 mg cinnamon capsule three times a day for 12 weeks. At home, you can add one teaspoon of cinnamon powder to a cup of warm water and drink daily for optimum results.
Fenugreek
Fenugreek seeds are high in soluble fiber that helps lower blood sugar by slowing down the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates and sugars. Thus, it is often included in the diabetes diet. Research reported positive effects of fenugreek seeds on blood glucose and lipid profiles in Type 2 diabetic patients.
How can you consume fenugreek seeds?
Soak it overnight and drink the liquid the next morning on an empty stomach. This is also an effective natural remedy for weight loss. Eat it as a sprout by adding it to a salad or grinding the seeds into a powder and used in making dishes. The non-hassle way to consume is to get a supplement ready and available for your daily intake like Byherbs BLOC-SUGAplus.
Turmeric
Most Indian or Malay dishes are incomplete without turmeric. However, besides adding color and flavor to your meals, this common kitchen ingredient offers numerous health benefits. Turmeric has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-atherosclerotic, heart-protecting, and weight-reducing properties. Research has shown that curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, may be helpful in the prevention and treatment of diabetes and associated disorders. In a review of studies, researchers claimed that curcumin can decrease the level of glucose in the blood, as well as other diabetes-related complications.
Garlic
If taste, odor, or spiciness is not an issue, adding garlic to your diet can benefit your body in many ways. Garlic may help reduce blood sugar by improving insulin sensitivity and secretion. A study has reported that taking garlic supplements with standard anti-diabetic agents improved blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 diabetes. Sulfur compounds in garlic can also protect against oxidative damage and reduce high cholesterol levels and high blood pressure. Regular garlic consumption may also reduce the risk of heart disease, which affects approximately 80 percent of people with diabetes. Garlic is also a good source of vitamin C that also plays a role in maintaining blood sugar levels.
Ginger
This indispensable kitchen ingredient has been used in various home remedies to treat and manage health conditions since time immemorial. Ginger is Ayurveda’s most treasured spice used to treat common ailments like nausea and indigestion. But it can also help manage blood sugar levels and control diabetes. Studies have shown that eating ginger can help stimulate the production of insulin, a hormone that manages blood sugar levels.
An animal study found that obese rats with diabetes experienced a wealth of benefits, including reduced body weight after they were given a mix of cinnamon and ginger.
Black seed
Black seed could also help manage diabetes by stimulating insulin production in the body. There is a study on type 2 diabetes patients by adding black seeds to their diet. It has helped to decrease insulin levels, fasting blood sugar, and glycosylated hemoglobin in them. Further, the spice helped control the complications in these patients. Simply consuming black seed water (mixed in water) daily will be beneficial for both pre-diabetics and diabetics.
The SUPER-COMBINATIONS of 2 oils – Fenugreek Oil & Black Seeds Oil
Scientists with a range of specialties have researched the benefits of black seed & fenugreek seed. Combined these two superfoods it will help to slow down the sugar absorption in the stomach & decrease insulin resistance and help beta-cell function in the pancreas. Hence, Byherbs produced a new superfood supplement, BLOC-SUGAplus that is made easy to consume for diabetes prevention or to help regulates blood sugar for diabetics.