CLINICAL EVIDANCES

1. Cinnamomum verum – Clinical Studies suggest that it shows lowering HbA1C2, improves blood glucose and cholesterol levels in people with type 2 diabetes, and improves the insulin sensitivity. May reduce risk factors associated with diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Rich source of antioxidants.

2. Hibiscus sabdariffa – Flowers are rich in phytonutrients and antioxidants like Vitamin C which helps in overall lowering of Sugar levels in blood. Also rich in polyphenola and anthocyanins which helps fight inflammation. Studies show that there is a significant increase in Good HDL cholesterol and decrease in Bad LDL cholesterol. Triglycerides levels also decrease with regular use.

3. Withania somnifera – is widely used as an Indigenous drug of India and has shown promising results in management of diabetes. It is an official drug and is mentioned in the Indian Pharmacopoeia. There are number of western world studies also on its effect in lowering blood sugar levels. It possesses anti‐inflammatory, antitumour, antistress, adaptogenic , antioxidant, immunomodulatory, hematopoietic and rejuvenating properties besides its positive influence on the endocrine, cardiopulmonary and central nervous system.

4. Ocimum sanctum – This plant is known for its medicinal properties since ancient times. Modern research has proved that it has a lipid-lowering effect that is a beneficial property in preventing cardiovascular disease in diabetes.

5. Zingiber officinala – is one of the most well liked spices in the world. It’s consumption can have a favourable impact on measurement of glucose and lipids in patients with diabetes. It also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

6. Aegle marmelos – It regulates the production of insulin from the cells into the blood stream. Study show it has protective effect on the pancreas.

7. Terminalia chebula – It is called the king of herbs because of its holistic healing properties of illness. It decreases blood sugar by increasing insulin production from beta cells of pancreas and also prevents breakdown of starch to glucose. There are studies showing hypoglycaemic effect of T. Chebula.

8. Gymnema sylvestre – popularly known as sugar destroyer, acts by regenerating the damaged beta cells of pancreas in type 2 diabetes patients. It also improves insulin resistance in peripheral tissues by increasing the glucose uptake and also increases the insulin secretion , thereby reducing the blood sugar levels.