Category: Ayurveda

January 5, 2019

10 Fruits that Diabetes Patients should eat in daily lifestyle

 Overview

Diabetes is one of the most common health conditions faced by millions of people across the world.

Managing diabetes is tough but it is not impossible. Diabetes is a condition that hinders the body’s ability to respond to insulin which leads to the abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates leading to spiked blood sugar level. There is abnormally high levels of blood sugar level in diabetes.

Top 10 Fruits for Diabetes Patient

What are the causes of Diabetes Mellitus?

  • Sedentary lifestyle
  • Unhealthy eating habits such as excessive intake of refined carbohydrates and sugar
  • Heredity
  • Excessive tension, stress and grief

Concept of Diabetes according to Ayurveda:

  • Diabetes is known as “Madhumeha” in Ayurveda. It arises due to aggravation of obstruction of channels through blockage by Kapha dosha and fatty tissue and aggravation of Vata dosha which causes tissue depletion.
  • Diabetes is considered as a lifestyle disease. Since a long time, Ayurveda has been emphasizing on the importance of diet and lifestyle in the maintenance of health, according to which a healthy man is referred as: “one who indulges daily in healthy diet and lifestyle activities, who discriminates between wholesome and unwholesome and acts accordingly.
  • It is also said in Ayurveda that in both health and disease, the wholesomeness and the unwholesomeness is a prime factor to be thought about, as without proper diet, the use of any drug is futile.

Symptoms of Diabetes

What are the symptoms of Diabetes?

  • Constant feeling of hunger and thirst
  • Weakness
  • Frequent urination
  • Blurred vision
  • Slow healing of wounds
  • Bad body odour
  • Sweet taste in the mouth
  • Palpitation
  • Quick exhaustion
  • Drowsiness
  • Possible anemia

There are some specific fruits that have been shown to produce effects on blood glucose level as these fruits have low glycemic index and high amount of fiber.

There is a lot of confusion while selecting fruits for a diabetic patient but moderation is the key here.

  • Fruits which are seasonal, fresh and low in glycemic index should be consumed by a diabetic patient.
  • Fruits should be enjoyed as a snack and not be eaten with main meals.
  • Sprinkle cinnamon on fruits which is very useful in balancing blood sugar levels.

10 Fruits that Diabetes Patients should eat in daily lifestyle:

There is a false assumption that people suffering from diabetes should avoid fruits because there sugar present in fruits could push up their blood sugar level. But this is a false conception because sugar present in fruits is usually in the form of fructose and unlike other sugars such as sucrose, fructose has low glycemic index.

Less insulin is needed for the metabolism of fructose. Therefore, intake of fruits is not associated with sudden rise of the blood sugar level.

Apples

1.Apples(Malus pumila)

  • Apples can be eaten by diabetic patients because apples are a rich source of Vitamin C, fiber and several anti-oxidants. The fiber present in apples helps in stabilizing blood sugar levels.

They are the rich source of polyphenols as well.

  • The polyphenols present in apples slow down the digestion of carbohydrates and thus lower the blood sugar levels.
  • Apples also contain pectin which is a form of carbohydrate which helps in controlling blood sugar level by releasing it slowly into the bloodstream.

health benefits of pomegranate

2. Pomegranate (Punica gratum)

  • Pomegranates contain the richest combinations of anti-oxidants. Therefore, they can protect the body from free radicals.

They are a rich source of phytochemical compounds as well.

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3.Guava (Psidium guajava):

  • Guava is very rich in dietary fiber and it has low glycemic index as well.
  • Therefore, eating guava reduces the sugar absorption in the blood.
  • It is also rich in dietary fiber which helps to ease constipation as well.
  • Eating guava lowers the chances of developing Type 2 diabetes.
  • It also contains potassium which helps in regulating blood pressure.

health benefits of watermelon

4.Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus):

  • Watermelon is rich in potassium. The high potassium content in watermelon makes it one of the best fruits for proper kidney functioning which helps in lowering the blood uric acid levels.
  • Therefore, it helps in preventing kidney damage in diabetic patients.
  • Moreover, lycopene present in watermelon helps in reducing the nerve damage in diabetic patients.

health benefits of papaya juice

5. Papaya (Carica papaya):

  • Papaya is a rich source of natural anti-oxidants so this fruit should be consumed by diabetic patients.
  • The anti-oxidants present in Papaya prevent the cell damage because it contains essential minerals and nutrients.
  • Diabetic patients are prone to many ailments including nerve damage caused due to irregular blood sugar levels.
  • Papaya is useful in obstructing future cell damage and a longer life span.

Oranges

6.Oranges (Citrus sinensis):

  • Oranges are a rich source of flavonones, flavonols and phenolic acid.
  • It has tremendous protective potential especially for the patients suffering with diabetes.

Health benefits of jamun

7.Jamun (Eugenia jambolana):

  • This fruit is regarded as a specific ayurvedic medicine because of its specific action on the pancreas.
  • The fruits, seeds and the whole fruit are useful in the treatment of diabetes. Due to the presence of compound known as jamboline in the seeds, it is used as a medicine in the treatment of diabetes.
  • This fruit has the ability to convert starch into sugar and has hypoglycemic effect that helps to reduce blood sugar levels.

BAEL (AEGLE MARMELOS)

8.Bael (Aegle marmelos):

  • Bael fruit is very famous due to its various medicinal properties but the leaves of this tree are scientifically proven to anti-diabetic.
  • Drink freshly prepared juice of its leaves along with the pinch of black pepper. This juice is very effective in controlling blood sugar.

Health Benefits

9.Strawberries (Fragaria ananassa):

  • Strawberries have low glycemic index so they are very beneficial for patients suffering with diabetes.
  • The sugar present in strawberries is slowly  released in the blood stream as glucose.
  • Intake of strawberries also increase metabolism which helps in weight loss also.

Health Benefits of Cherries

10.Cherries(Prunus avium):

  • Cherries are considered as the rich source of anthocyanins which is responsible for its bright red colour and cherries are the rich sources of enzymes as well.
  • This red colour helps to protect the heart.
  • The enzymes present in cherries are known to boost insulin levels that helps to control blood sugar levels.

Questions:

  1. What is the role of diet and lifestyle change in diabetic patients?
  2. Can diabetic patient take fruits?
  3. What type of sugar is found in fruits?
  4. Why apples are considered good for diabetic patients?
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January 4, 2019

Which are best herbs for weight loss?

Overview

Many herbs and spices are there to fight cravings and enhance fat burning, thus weight loss is inevitable, but first of all, you have to do is keep up a good health. Have you gone tired of getting medicine from several doctors, but to no avail? Let’s give nature a chance, at least the last one and see how your physical personality improve. Come to the Ayurvedic zone and see the difference.

Weight loss herbal remedies

Can Ayurveda help in losing weight?

  • Without any doubt, the Ayurveda has a dealing with weight loss and all other diseases. It deals with analyzing the root cause of the disease, then finds a cure once and for all. Ayurveda has certain principles for every trouble, different diseases are kept with people of different sizes. All the medicines are given according to the body type, symptoms, problems and many other factors.
  • Weight loss also has many different medicines, don’t hurry your cause, remain passionate and this weight is going to get lost after some time.
  • Follow the prescriptions given by the doctor strictly and you have a cure on your hands. He/she might also alter your diet plans, might add something that you don’t like and eliminates certain dishes that you used to love, but follow his/her instructions and become hale & hearty.

Today we are going to discuss some herbal remedies that can help you lose weight.

Which are Best Herbs for weight loss?

Fenugreek:

  • Fenugreek is a common household herb that is grown in most of the Indian homes in their kitchen garden. This spice is derived from Trigonella foenum graecum, the plant belongs to the family of fabaceae  Many studies indicate fenugreek to help control the appetite and lowers food intake, thus helping in weight loss. Its intake reduces weight by 17% more than placebo. When used, it had  few calories in the diet that we have during the whole day.

Health benefits of ginger

Ginger:

  • Ginger is a spice which is a rhizome of the flowering ginger plant known as Zingiber officinale. Mostly it is used to make herbal remedies that cure dozens of ailments, it also helps in weight loss. A study was conducted and it told us that ginger supplements decreased both body weight and belly fat.
  • Another study tells us that ginger might reduce the weight after enhancing the metabolism of the body and burning fat, while it reduces fat absorption and appetite.

Honey & Lemon mixture:

  • This the most usual remedy for weight loss. After brushing your teeth, the first thing you have is getting a glass of warm water and mix it with lemon juice and raw honey. Stir well and drink this yummy drink . The potent combo detoxifies the whole body, reduces appetite and makes you lose weight, without affecting your overall health.

Health Benefits of Turmeric

Turmeric:

  • Turmeric is a spice that is famous for its vibrant color, its flavor and many medical benefits. Most of its health advantages are due to the presence of curcumin, a chemical that affects the whole body in reducing inflammation and helping in the weight loss.
  • A study was conducted and it was found that consuming curcumin, twice a day for the whole month decreased the weight by 5%. It helps in blocking the synthesis fat, thus reducing the weight of the body. But all these studies were conducted after having a fair amount of curcumin, which was greater than it is found in the turmeric

Let go of ama:

  • Ama is the term used to define the byproduct of indigestion in Ayurveda. Accumulated ama blocks lymph channels that enhance weight gain, besides leaving a person totally fatigued. Without eradicating it, it becomes impossible to lose weight. So it becomes important to eat foods to get rid of ama.
  • Triphala (a solid mixture of haritaki,amalaki and bibbitaki), Turmeric, trikatu ( a mixture of ginger and Indian long pepper in equal proportion), gugglu and barberry, all these help in perishing ama. This mixture is available in powder or capsule form.

Aloe Vera juice

Aloe Punch:

  • Another way to lose weight is to make a drink with a mixture of many herbs. First get a spoon or two spoons of Aloe Vera juice, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and Terminalia chebula powder and mix them all in a glass of water and drink it an hour before you have your meals. Keep having this drink regularly unless you lose sufficient weight.

The measurement of all these herbs should be

  1. Aloe Vera juice — 1 or 2 teaspoon
  2. Cumin seed powder — a pinch
  3. Turmeric powder — a pinch
  4. Terminalia Chebula powder — a pinch
  5. Tinospora cordifolia powder —- a pinch

6 Tastes:

  • Most of the foods have a particular taste, which is sweet, salty, sour, astringent, bitter and pungent (spicy). It becomes significant that you have the foods that contain all these tastes each day. So better add foodstuffs that have all these tastes so that you are getting the necessary tastes and nutrients.

According to Ayurvda

  • According to Ayurveda better switch to vegan diet for staying fit & fine. They don’t preach to skip meat but reduce its consumption. Better keep it in your mind that you have to ban overcooked dishes, processed food, and fried foods.
  • Skip refined sugar & salt and switch to natural and healthy substitutes like honey, rock salt and licorice extract.
  • When you apply these things practically and regularly, managing your weight becomes a reality. Try getting the advice of your dietitian before you proceed, he/she can give you a proper advice to opt for which food will benefit you.
  • The weight you have gained was gained for a long time, to reduce it will also take some time, weeks or months. But don’t lose heart, it can be maintained if you make a habit to eat all these valuable herbs
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