Ayurveda Herbs And Home Remedies For Diabetes Management
Diabetes is one of the most dreaded and yet common lifestyle disease which is essentially a chronic disease that occurs either when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. According to WHO, 347 million people worldwide have diabetes. In 2004, an estimated 3.4 million people died from consequences of fasting high blood sugar. A similar number of deaths has been estimated for 2010. More than 80% of diabetes deaths occur in low and middle-income countries.
Diabetes In India
Diabetes statistics in India are even more shocking.
- India has been announced as the Diabetic capital of the world.
- Also, it is believed that 80% of diabetics in the world will be present in developing countries like India.
- Diabetes is not considered now as a disease of the rich people alone, rather it is a disease of sedentary people with unhealthy diet and lifestyle habits.
- As per the survey, number of diabetics in India are approximately 4 crore.
- Every 10 seconds, a person dies of diabetes complications.
- Also, in the same 10 seconds, 2 people are diagnosed as diabetics.
Diabetes In Ayurvedic Medicine
In Ayurveda science, diabetes is termed Madhumeha or Prameha. Twenty types of ‘Prameha’ have been specified in Ayurvedic texts.
● When diabetes is born out of vitiation of Vata or the air body humor, there are four varieties which are considered incurable.
● Born out of vitiation of Pitta or the fire body humor. There are six varieties of which are only difficult to cure.
● Also, when Born out of vitiation of Kapha or phlegm body humor. There are ten varieties which are considered to be curable.
Ayurveda Herb Remedies For Diabetes
● Seeds of bitter gourd are pounded and the powder is taken twice daily with warm water.
●The fresh juice extracted by grinding fresh bitter gourd, is an excellent cure. It works better when taken on an empty stomach.
● Tender leaves of Neem and Bilva are to be taken first thing in the morning on an empty stomach.
Ayurveda Therapy For Diabetes
There are a number of classical Ayurvedic medications that have been used to treat diabetes. However, this does require access to the Ayurveda herb formulations and patience and perseverance on the part of the person being treated. It should also be noted that it is easier to combat diabetes in the early stage of disease.
Lifestyle Modifications
Although lifestyle changes – ensuring a healthy diet and pursuing an active life – are imperative, classical Ayurvedic medicines like Basant Kusumakar Rasa, Shilajitvadi Vatti, Madhumehari churan and Chanderkala vatti are some of the time-tested remedies which may be taken under the supervision of an Ayurveda physician.
Anulom Vilom Pranayama
This is a type of alternate deep breathing, where the nostrils are closed one after the other.
- You start by first pressing your right nostril with your right thumb and inhaling through the left nostril. Subsequently, the left nostril is pressed by the ring finger and middle finger of the right hand while the breath is exhaled via the right nostril.
- The same process is then repeated with the left nostril.
Dhanurasana
Lying on your stomach and with your arms outstretched over your back, hold the ankles of your feet with your legs folded at the knees.
Other beneficial Yoga positions are: Shavasana, Paschimottanasana, Yogmudrasana, Sarvaangasana, Utaanpadasana and kandharasana.
Ayurveda Recommendations for Diabetes
- The patient should refrain from the intake of sweet foods, fruits as well as juices.
- Carbohydrate rich substances like rice, wheat flour, potatoes etc. need to be restricted.
- Daily walks and exercises should be practiced.
- Vegetables like bitter gourd and fruits like jamun and bilva should be used regularly in diet plans.
- Avoid injury. Diabetic patients should take care to avoid any injury, because their wounds heal slowly.
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Dr Sonica Krishan is Author and Speaker in the areas of Healthy and Joyous Living through Ayurveda, Meditation, Yoga and other Contemplative practices. She is a leading Ayurveda Professional in India. She is also Health Writer, Columnist, Editor, Ayurveda Consultant at Herboveda and Holistic Healing Coach. Dr Sonica is open for National as well as International Collaborations with interested people / institutions in fields of Ayurveda, Meditation and Yoga.