Natural Remedy to Manage Diabetes Without Medication
American researchers studied the effects of natural ingredients on managing type 2 diabetes, which is characterized by high blood sugar levels due to insufficient insulin production or reduced insulin effectiveness in the body.
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The study proved that ginger, a natural ingredient widely available in markets, can be an effective treatment for type 2 diabetes without the need for insulin injections.
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and has been used for decades to treat various conditions such as morning sickness and arthritis. Researchers found that its supplements help significantly lower blood glucose levels and reduce the risk of heart disease, kidney failure, and stroke.
In the study, researchers reviewed five meta-analyses of previous studies on the effectiveness of ginger in treating inflammation, oxidative stress, morning sickness, and type 2 diabetes. The results showed multiple positive effects of ginger, including reducing inflammation markers, alleviating nausea and vomiting, and notably controlling blood sugar levels.
The researchers explained that ginger increases the level of the protein GLUT-4 in the body, which enhances glucose absorption from the blood by muscles and fat cells, thereby helping maintain stable blood sugar levels. A reduction in the long-term sugar marker (HbA1c) was also observed, indicating ginger’s lasting effects in managing diabetes.
The doses used in the studies ranged between 1 and 3 grams daily, and researchers are currently working on determining the optimal dose and how to incorporate ginger into patients’ diets.
These findings come at a time when new data indicate that early diagnosis of diabetes before the age of 40 increases the risk of death and complications such as kidney and heart diseases, making blood sugar control more difficult.
Professor Amanda Adler, a study participant, said, “Diabetes that starts at a young age appears to be more severe than the type that develops later, with a higher likelihood of pancreatic cell deterioration and complications.”
Dr. Beryl Lynn, the lead author, added, “Our data support the need for early identification of young people with diabetes and providing specialized care for them, including developing treatments that prevent or delay complications and reduce the risk of early death.”
