Mulberry is a flowering, fruit-bearing plant that belongs to the genus Morus. There are about 10 or more species of mulberries cultivated in various regions around the world. The mulberry plant (or tree) is known for having several medicinal parts. These parts have been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various diseases, most notably diabetes. … Continue reading Mulberry: A tiny fruit with great anti-diabetes potential
A banana a day keeps the doctor away? Study suggests wild banana species may have anti-diabetic properties
Dietary intervention is one of the most studied and most effective strategies for diabetes management. In a recent study, scientists from India looked into the anti-diabetic potential of a wild species of banana, particularly a compound called apiforol found in its seeds. Their findings appear in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture. Phytonutrients are health-promoting … Continue reading A banana a day keeps the doctor away? Study suggests wild banana species may have anti-diabetic properties
Health benefits of purple carrots
Carrots are rich in vitamin A that can boost your eye health. But did you know that purple carrots contain potent antioxidants that can help minimize inflammation? Surprisingly, ancient carrots were originally purple or white. It is believed that orange carrots originated from a new breed of yellow carrots that developed due to a genetic mutation. Eastern varieties … Continue reading Health benefits of purple carrots
Diabetic? Eat more eggs
Many health-conscious people try to avoid eating eggs. The egg yolk, in particular, is notorious for having a high cholesterol content. It may seem logical to think that eating eggs will raise your blood cholesterol levels and therefore should be avoided. Eggs may even appear dangerous to people with diabetes who need to carefully monitor their … Continue reading Diabetic? Eat more eggs
Chamomile tea may control diabetes, professor says
You have a new reason to drink a hot cup of chamomile tea before bedtime. The humble yellow flower was recently revealed to control or even prevent diabetes. In an article on The Conversation, a British researcher who specializes in historical textile dyes has identified the specific diabetes-fighting compounds found in the herb. Professor Richard Blackburn is the … Continue reading Chamomile tea may control diabetes, professor says
Natural Diabetes Health: Ten Tips for Living with Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes is caused by a resistance to insulin. This prevents your body from properly regulating the amount of glucose in the blood. Diabetes can cause Hyperglycemia and result in several symptoms such as producing too much urine, blurry eyesight, loss of energy, and a change in metabolism (often resulting in unusual weight gain … Continue reading Natural Diabetes Health: Ten Tips for Living with Type 2 Diabetes
Magnesium prevents diabetes
Eating a diet high in magnesium may significantly lower your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, according to a study conducted by researchers from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and published in the journal Diabetes Care. "Increasing magnesium intake may be important for improving insulin sensitivity, reducing systemic inflammation, and decreasing diabetes risk," the researchers … Continue reading Magnesium prevents diabetes
Bitter Melon Is a Safe and Effective Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes
The mechanism by which bitter melon effectively treats Type 2 diabetes has been revealed by researchers. The bitter melon is a nontoxic vegetable that has long been an important part of traditional Chinese medicine. Despite tasting very bitter, the melon is widely consumed as a food in Asia. The melon has evolved bitter compounds over … Continue reading Bitter Melon Is a Safe and Effective Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes
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