Simple Health Cures

   Garlic, folk medicine has often used onion bulbs and garlic cloves to lower blood sugars significantly. Subsequently, scientific studies have proven that the presence of disulfides in onions and garlic such as allyl propyl and diallyl sulfide have played a role in the decrease of blood glucose levels. They have been seen to have actions similiar to Tolubtamide, a sulfonylurea drug of the first generation. They act on the pancreas and stimulate the production of insulin so as to control the sugar levels in the blood. It is those people with type 2 diabetes who benefit the most out of this. A minimum intake of about 50 ml of its juice everyday presents a considerable decline in blood sugar levels. Taken orally 50 ml of their juice daily has been shown to improve glucose control.

  Fenugreek Seed, of the Fenugreek plant has been discovered to produce a positive effect in the metabolism of glucose in the body. Fenugreek seeds are chopped finely and served as a flavorful spice in the uS. But in India and in Middle East, it is more popular as a treatment for diabetes. These seeds are soaked in water until the following morning, then eaten alone or combined with other foods. There are studies showing a decrease in the fasting blood sugar levels when tested on diabetics. They are also found to lower cholesterol levels since they contain a gel-like soluble fiber which combines with bile acid and lowers cholesterol levels. For therapeutic purposes, about 3 1/2 ounces of fenugreek seeds are to be taken in daily.

   Bitter Gourd, or sometimes called the balsam pear is the most commonly used herb to combat diabetes. It often grows in countries from Africa, South America and Asia. Just a quarter cup of the exract of bitter gourd is enough to bring down blood glucose levels by twenty percent. Glucose tolerance was also improved in seventy five percent of people with type 2 diabetes when treated with the extract of bitter gourd. The juice or unripe fruit of the bitter gourd plant has also the ability to bring down blood sugars levels. This is due to the number of sterols it contains that acts like sulfonylurea drugs to produce lowered blood sugar levels. The only setback of this herb is its extremely bitter taste.