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With the growing limit of diabetics in India, the country has now become a diabetes capital of the world. More than 50 million people in India are suffering from diabetes, the country has a big challenge to face in the future. The elevated sugar level in the blood is called diabetes which is mainly caused because of two main reasons - one is when our body stops producing insulin and the second is when the body does not respond to insulin that is produced by the body. Insulin is broken down by the body and used as energy, which is transferred to the cells. There are two types of diabetes - Type I diabetes and Type II diabetes. Let’s take a view on both in detail:
Type I diabetes
Type I diabetes usually occurs in people below the age of 20 years and that is why it is also known as juvenile diabetes. In this type of diabetes, the body becomes partially or fully unable to produce insulin. Type I diabetes is an autoimmune disease. In this, your immune system attacks the pancreas where insulin is produced, thereby making the pancreas inefficient to produce sufficient insulin. Type I diabetes cannot be prevented; it can only be controlled by making healthy lifestyle changes in routine.
Type II diabetes
Type II diabetes is more common than Type I diabetes which usually happens to people above the age of 40 years. This type of diabetes is caused due to insulin resistance. In this case, the pancreas produces insulin but the body is not able to respond to it properly. The reasons can be many behind type II diabetes from which a few are being overweight, high blood pressure, having a poor diet, taking excessive stress, hormone imbalance, and certain medications and leading an inactive lifestyle. However, type II diabetes can be reversed by taking proper care and guidance of an expert.
Let’s take a look at some natural ways by which we can treat diabetes at home:
What to avoid?
There are some foods that can negatively impact on your diabetes. So, the first changes you should consider in your diet are to remove these foods from your diet.
Refined sugar - We all know that sugar until it is in its natural form, is not good for people suffering from diabetes. When consumed refined sugar, the blood sugar will rapidly spike. Sometimes even the natural form like honey can also cause a sudden spike in the blood sugar levels. So, it would be better to avoid refined sugar by all means if you are a diabetic.
Whole grains - Grains that have gluten in them must be avoided as it is associated with diabetes. Its intake can cause leaky gut leading to inflammation which in turn can lead to autoimmune diseases.
Alcohol – Consumption of Alcohol is directly related to diabetes. Alcohol will not only damage your liver but also attacks the pancreas that produces insulin. Diabetes is linked with consumption of heavy alcohol which is two to three glasses a day. Beer should especially be avoided as it has a lot of carbohydrates which is not good for diabetics.
Cow’s milk - Just as the whole grains, cow milk can trigger the immune system that can lead to inflammation. Milk of sheep and goat is not harmful in fact it helps to maintain the blood sugar level. But the conventional cow milk can be dangerous for you if you are a diabetic.
GMO foods - GMO foods have the capability to promote diabetes along with causing liver and kidney diseases. Go for products that are labeled as GMO-free.
What to eat?
Cinnamon – It contains a bioactive compound that can help you to fight back and prevent diabetes. Cinnamon is known to stimulate insulin activity and thus regulate the blood sugar level. As excess of anything is bad, likewise cinnamon, if taken in excess, it can increase the risk of liver damage due to a compound called coumarin present in it. You can consume it on a daily basis by mixing a half or one teaspoon of grounded cinnamon with warm water and have it once daily. Boil the raw cinnamon in 2 glasses of water. Let it cool for 30 minutes and have it daily.
Aloe vera – is the best Ayurvedic Herb that is easily found in Indian households. Though it’s bitter in taste, combining it with buttermilk makes it taste better. Usually, aloe vera is used for beauty purposes but as it has anti-inflammatory properties it can heal the wounds. Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, it is said to control the blood sugar levels.
Jamun – Jamun and its leaves have proven to be helpful in lowering blood sugar levels. Consuming approximately 100 grams of Jamuns on daily basis is said to show tremendous improvement in your blood sugar levels.
Vitamin C - Vitamin C is not only good for skin but also for diabetes. Recent studies have depicted that consuming approximately 600 mg of Vitamin C daily can improve the blood sugar level significantly. People who have chronic diabetes must consume foods rich in Vitamin C every day like amla, oranges, tomatoes, and blueberry.
Exercise – is one of the main reasons behind type II diabetes is being overweight. Any kind of physical activity, be it yoga, Zumba, aerobics, gymming, playing sports can significantly improve blood sugar level by sustaining your weight. Not only can this, walking every day will help you to reduce the blood sugar level enormously.