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Medicinal Plants For Diabetes Treatment - Over 35!

Ameera Mills
By Ameera Mills. Updated: August 2, 2020
Medicinal Plants For Diabetes Treatment - Over 35!

Have you ever wondered how to lower blood sugar naturally at home? If so, you’ve come to the right place! If you are looking for a full list of the best herbs for diabetes, we have over 35 for you to choose from.

Although many people would rather opt for natural medicines, one needs to be aware that in cases of severe or chronic diseases, natural herbs may not work. In addition, whether you choose synthetic or natural forms of treatment, they should always be accompanied by a healthy lifestyle, an adequate high-quality diet and doctor-approved exercise regime. In addition, specifically when it comes to diabetes, focus needs to be placed on relieving the symptoms as well as controlling the condition itself. In fact, this is often the case with many diseases related to the metabolism. Diagnosis and treatment must be prescribed by a professional ONLY and any diet changes or medical additions should be approved by a doctor.

If you choose to opt for medicinal herbs to try improve high blood glucose levels, it should only be done under the supervision of a medical professional. For more about herbal and natural remedies for diabetes, keep reading here at OneHOWTO. Here, we offer you our complete list of over 35 medicinal plants for diabetes including detailed information about each plant.

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Diabetes: Types

Diabetes is a metabolic condition in which there is a total or partial deficit of the secretion or production of insulin by the pancreas. This produces an accumulation of glucose in the blood, causing episodes or spikes of hyperglycemia.

There are two types of diabetes mellitus: type 1 and type 2:

  • Type 1 diabetes occurs when the immune system is activated against pancreatic cells responsible for the production of insulin. Because of this, the pancreas does not produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar in the body.
  • Type 2 diabetes occurs when the pancreas produces insulin but the body does not respond to its presence in the blood. Therefore, it doesn’t fulfill its function correctly. Due to this insulin resistance, blood sugar levels to rise higher than normal.

In both cases, although different, glucose accumulates in the blood resulting in diabetes and episodes of hyperglycemia.

Diabetes symptoms

Common symptoms of diabetes include:

  • Excessive thirst (polydipsia) /hunger.
  • Nausea.
  • Slow healing wounds.
  • Weight gain or weight loss.
  • Fatigue.
  • Excessive urination (polyuria).
  • Vomiting.
  • Blurry vision.
  • Bod weakness.

For more, we recommend reading our article where we discuss how to know if I have diabetes.

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List of antidiabetic plants: herbs for diabetes

In addition to the treatment of insulin injections, adapted to your specific case, one must take into account that a diabetic must follow a balanced and adapted diet. In addition, this diet can include phytotherapy or the use of medicinal plants to control and improve symptoms of the condition. However, it is vital to bear in mind that these plants do not substitute insulin doses or cure diabetes. They do, however, have beneficial effects when trying to control blood glucose levels. If, however, you are looking for a way to lower blood sugar quickly due to hyperglycemia or a sudden rise in these blood sugar levels, you should always opt for your insulin application rather than these natural remedies.

Diabetes controlling options related to food and plants are of slow-effect, predominantly due to the fact that the body needs to digest it before it goes into effect. In addition, as we’ve already mentioned, any changes or additions to your diet should be done ONLY under the surveillance of a medical professional. Mixing treatments or not eating correctly can exacerbate both hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, which are both extremely dangerous.

So, which are the best herbs for diabetes? All of the medicinal plants we list contain different components in their leaves, roots, stems, flowers and / or fruits which have hypoglycemic properties. This means that they are able to lower sugar levels or glycemic in blood. Some components include flavonoids, fibers, alkaloids, acids, and so on.

To begin with, here is out list of the most recommended plants for diabetes by medical specialists. In addition, they are supported by studies and scientific publications, such as those carried out by the National Experimental University of the Western Plains Ezequiel Zamora (UNELLEZ) (Latin American medicinal plants as a medical and economic tool[1]).

  • Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre)
  • Guarumo (Cecropia obtusifolia and Cecropia peltata)
  • Blueberry leaves (Vaccinium)
  • Chia (Salvia hispanica)
  • Psyllium (Plantago psyllium)
  • Green tea (Camellia sinensis)
  • Ginseng (Panax ginseng Meyer.)
  • Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum)
  • Corn (Zea mays L.)
  • Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus Labill.)
  • Wereke (Ibervillea sonorae)
  • Muicle (Justicia spicigera)
  • Copalchi (Hintonia latiflora)
  • Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum)
  • Galega (Galega officinalis L.)
  • Garlic (Allium sativum L.)
  • Artichoke or artichoke (Cynara scolymus L.)
  • Burdock (Arctium lappa L.)
  • Watercress (Nasturtium officinale L.)
  • Star-thistle (Centaurea calcitrapa L.)
  • Figwort (Scrophularia nodosa L.)
  • Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana)
  • Stinking willie (Senecio jacobea L.)
  • Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.)
  • Brewer's yeast (Saccaromyces verevisiae Meyen)
  • Linen (Linum usitatissimum L.)
  • White horehound (Marrubium vulgare L.)
  • Walnut (Juglans regia L.)
  • Olive tree (Olea europea L.)
  • Common nettle (Urtica dioica L.)
  • Gale of the wind (Phyllanthus niruri)
  • Salsify (Tragopogon porrifolius L.)
  • Common sage (Salvia officinalis L.)
  • Common Purslane (Portulaca oleracea L.)
  • Madagascar periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus L.)
  • Amla(Emblica officinalis Gaertn.)

These plants are native to different parts of the world. The originate mainly from Asia, Europe and Central and South America, but most can be purchased anywhere.

In the following sections we present you with more detailed information and recipes about some of these plants for diabetes. Remember, however, doses and frequency should be approved by a doctor.

Medicinal Plants For Diabetes Treatment - Over 35! - List of antidiabetic plants: herbs for diabetes

Medicinal plants for diabetes: Justicia spicigera

Known in some parts of Latin America as vegetable insulin or natural insulin for diabetes, the muicle, moyotli, moyotle or ych-kaan (Justicia spicigera) is a Mexican medicinal shrub that can help maintain blood glucose at an optimal level. Although it is known by its common name of natural insulin, it is not equivalent to a dose of injectable insulin and is should not be used as a replacement.

The most used parts of the muicle plant in Mexican herbalism to treat different health problems include its flowers, leaves and branches. In the case of this metabolic condition we recommend opting for this antidiabetic infusion:

Ingredients

  • 1 handful of muicle leaves.
  • 1/5 liter of water.
  • A few drops of lemon.

Preparation

  1. Boil the water.
  2. Once boiling add the leaves.
  3. Let it boil for 10 minutes and turn off the heat.
  4. Let the infusion rest for 5 more minutes and strain.
  5. Once warm, you can drink it.

In general, we recommend drinking one glass of this antidiabetic infusion daily, with a break of a day in the week.

Ayurvedic herbs for diabetes: blueberry leaves

One of the best home remedies for diabetes is blueberry herbal tea. The leaves of this plant contain tannins, oleanolic acid and ursolic acid, arbutin acid and some alkaloids. These components give this plant diuretic, astringent, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antiseptic properties. These are especially helpful in treating the urinary system and reducing blood glucose levels. Here is our blueberry herbal tea recipe:

Ingredients

  • 20 g of blueberry leaves.
  • 1 liter of water.

Preparation

  1. Place a saucepan or pot with the water on a fire to boil.
  2. Crush the leaves and add to boiled water.
  3. Leave this infusion on heat for about 8-10 minutes and then remove.
  4. Cover the pot and let the liquid rests for about 5 minutes and then strain.
  5. Drink the infusion once cooled.

We recommend drinking a maximum of 3 mugs of this herbal infusion for diabetes daily after meals (no added sweeteners).

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Medicinal plants for diabetes control: Galega officinalis

Galega officinalis, known also as goat’s rue or French lilac contains guanidine derivatives, such as galegin, peganin and hydroxygalegine, as well as flavonoids, saponins and tannins. Thanks to its composition of hypoglycemic properties, this plant can help regulate blood glucose levels and functions as a diuretic. Galician for diabetes can be infused by:

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon dried galega leaves and flowers.
  • 1 cup of water.

Elaboration

  1. Boil the water in the pot or casserole.
  2. Add this medicinal herb and stir.
  3. Let infusion on heat for 10 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat, let it warm and strain the liquid.

Drink two hot or warm glasses of this galega infusion before your two/three main meals a day. However, we recommend taking breaks every 2-3 days.

Herbs for diabetes: cinnamon

Cinnamon tea for diabetes holds active ingredients including essential oils (cinnamaldehyde and eugenol), coumarins, mucilages, carbohydrates, tannins and a compound called methyl-hydroxy-chalcone or MHCP. These provide appetitive, digestive, carminative, sudorific, stimulating, activating blood circulation, emmenagogue, astringent, antispasmodic and hypoglycaemic properties.

To prepare a cinnamon infusion for diabetes, follow these steps:

Ingredients

  • In equal parts: cinnamon, chamomile and mint.
  • 250 ml of water.

Preparation

  1. Heat the water a little and add a tablespoon of the above herb mixture.
  2. Leave on heat for 15 minutes.
  3. Filter the liquid to remove any leaf remains.

Drink one cup after main meals.

For more, we recommend reading our article where we discuss all the health benefits of cinnamon tea.

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How to cure diabetes naturally at home: nettle tea

When used correctly, nettle has incredible benefits. Among its active ingredients are caffeic acid, gallic acid, formic acid, linoleic acid, chlorogenic acid, mucilages, flavonoids, various mineral salts, acetylcholine, vitamin A, tannins, phytosterols (all at different levels according to the part of the plant).

Learn how to use nettle tea to treat diabetes naturally at home and take advantage of its hypoglycaemic and diuretic properties:

Ingredients

In equal parts: nettle leaves, artichoke, gentian and copalchia. Use one tablespoon of this mixture of leaves for each glass of water.

Preparation

  1. Make the leaf mixture.
  2. Boil the water and once warm add the leaves.
  3. Let the mixture stand overnight (off heat), leaving the pot half covered.
  4. Strain the liquid to filter any remains.

Drink up to three small glasses a day, distributed between main meals.

Home remedies for diabetes: extra information!

For more about controlling diabetes at home, we recommend reading our following articles:

This article is merely informative, oneHOWTO does not have the authority to prescribe any medical treatments or create a diagnosis. We invite you to visit your doctor if you have any type of condition or pain.

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these medicinal plants for diabetes are a great option for natural remedies thanx
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