By Ayurveda offers a holistic approach to managing high blood sugar levels in diabetics by incorporating specific foods that help balance the body’s doshas and support overall health. Incorporating these Ayurveda-approved foods into your daily diet can help manage blood sugar levels naturally. However, it’s important to monitor your blood sugar regularly and consult with a healthcare provider before making significant dietary changes, especially if you’re on medication for diabetes.
Here some of them are:
Bitter Gourd (Karela)
- Properties: Bitter gourd is known for its blood sugar-lowering properties. It contains compounds like charantin and polypeptide-p, which help regulate blood glucose levels.
- How to Use: You can consume bitter gourd juice in the morning on an empty stomach or include it in your meals as a cooked vegetable.
2. Fenugreek Seeds (Methi)
- Properties: Fenugreek seeds are rich in soluble fiber, which helps slow down the absorption of carbohydrates, thus controlling blood sugar levels.
- How to Use: Soak fenugreek seeds overnight and consume them on an empty stomach in the morning, or use fenugreek powder in your meals.
3. Amla (Indian Gooseberry)
- Properties: Amla is high in vitamin C and antioxidants, which help improve pancreatic function and regulate insulin production.
- How to Use: Consume fresh amla juice mixed with water daily or include amla in your diet in the form of powder or pickles.
4. Turmeric (Haldi)
- Properties: Turmeric contains curcumin, a powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties that can help improve insulin sensitivity and regulate blood sugar levels.
- How to Use: Include turmeric in your cooking, or take it with warm water or milk (golden milk) daily.
5. Cinnamon (Dalchini)
- Properties: Cinnamon is known for its ability to improve insulin sensitivity and lower fasting blood sugar levels by mimicking insulin’s effects.
- How to Use: Add cinnamon powder to your tea, smoothies, or sprinkle it on fruits and cereals.
