Before I give any information on the homeopathic treatments for diabetes, let me first state that I don't endorse any of them to the extent of not taking the appropriate anti-hyperglycemic medications available on the markets. Testing on all these treatments is incomplete and mostly anecdotal. Diabetes, uncontrolled has serious complications and avoidance of proper treatment can result in severe repercussions down the line. Of course diet and exercise are key, however, if they do not manage the blood glucose a daily pill is a minor problem to avoid heart disease, kidney failure, blindness, and loss of peripheral circulation and nervous function. That being said here is the current state of homepathic treatments:
Chromium has been widely publicized as therapy to improve diabetes control. Although there are several studies that support a role for chromium as beneficial in diabetes, currently there are no recommendations for its use in diabetes management.
Magnesium has been studied for years as a form of therapy to improve glucose control in people with diabetes. A lack of magnesium has been associated with insulin secretion abnormalities and has been associated with diabetes complications.
Vanadium is derived from plant sources and has been shown in a few studies to increase a person's sensitivity to insulin. Thus far, no recommendations exist for supplementation to be given to people with diabetes.
Plant Foods
The following plant foods have been found to help people with type 2 diabetes.
Brewer's yeast
Buckwheat
Broccoli and other related greens
Okra
Peas
Fenugreek seeds
Sage
Most plant foods are rich in fiber, which is beneficial for helping control blood glucose levels.
There are no clinical trials with promising results for many of the other herbs being proposed for diabetes, such as garlic, ginger, ginseng, hawthorn or nettle. If you have diabetes and are considering taking any of these herbal substances, talk to your doctor before you take them.
Weight Control Substances
Since weight and diabetes are linked, many people with diabetes turn to alternative therapies that claim to help with weight loss, including:
Chitosan
Camsogia Garcinia (hydroxycitric acid)
Chromium
Pyruvate
Germander
Momordica charanta
Sauropus androgynus
Aristolochic acid
In addition, transdermal (skin patch) systems as well as oral sprays have been developed to purportedly reduce appetite and facilitate weight loss. One patch system uses homeopathic amounts of 29 different compounds to reduce appetite, but no published literature on its efficacy is available.
Are These Herbs Safe?
In December of 2003, Ephedrine -- also known as ma huang -- became the first herbal stimulant ever banned by the FDA. A popular component of anti-obesity over-the-counter medications, ephedrine was found to have some benefits. However, the evidence of its ability to cause harm was far more compelling. In high doses, it has been known to cause insomnia (difficulty falling and staying asleep), high blood pressure, glaucoma and urinary retention. This herbal supplement has also been associated with numerous cases of stroke.
Chitosan has received a great deal of recent publicity. It is derived from seashells and has the ability to bind to fat and prevent its absorption. Although it is believed to facilitate weight loss, available studies thus far have not been encouraging.
Germander, momordica charanta, sauropus androgynus and aristolochic acid have been associated with liver disease, pulmonary disease and kidney disease.
The other so-called "obesity remedies" listed have not been rigorously studied and those that have yielded disappointing results.
Also, a recent survey of herbal preparations for obesity found that many preparations contained lead or arsenic and other toxic metals. Some also contain other undeclared ingredients. Occasionally there was mistaken plant identity as well.
Things to Think About When Considering Use of Any Herbal Product
When considering treating diabetes with an herbal product, you should:
Discuss any drugs you use, including herbal products, with your doctor before taking them.
If you experience side effects such as nausea, vomiting, rapid heartbeat, anxiety, insomnia, diarrhea or skin rashes, stop taking the herbal product and notify your doctor immediately.
Avoid preparations made with more than one herb.
Beware of commercial claims of what herbal products can do. Look for scientific-based sources of information.
Select brands carefully. Only purchase brands that list the herb's common and scientific name, the name and address of the manufacturer, a batch and lot number, expiration date, dosage guidelines and potential side effects.
Please discuss any plans to manage your diabetes with homepathic treatments with your doctor prior to starting
2007-09-20 23:26:12
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Hi there !
Could feel the urgency in your question and seems as if you are very upset...! first of all relaaxxx...!
Try to understand what you are suffering from ! Its is not a disease...but a condition wherein the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin. Insulin is necessary for the body to be able to use sugar...glucose builds up in the blood instead of going into cells, it can cause two problems:
1.Your cells may be starved for energy.
2.High blood glucose levels in the blood may hurt your eyes, kidneys, nerves or heart.
So what you should do ? Don't panic!
People with Diabetes can have a long uncomplicated life, if they follow a disciplined life style....!
1. Get the true full information from a Diabetologist ! Understand from him what it is, what complication can come if unbothered ! what are the treatments available ! what are the different tests you follow every month or bi monthly ! etc etc..
2. Sit with a Dietician of a "good reliable hospital" and decide on the daily "menu" you should have....!
3. Then relaax....and ....remember... you are not a "patient"....you are "as healthy as anybody" else...but with "some restrictions" on what you should "eat and drink"..thats all.....
Please note : Dont combine all forms of treaments like modern medicine with other forms like Homeopathy or Unani or Ayerveda....! it will make the scene more worse...pls........
Best wishes.....!
2007-09-21 00:13:46
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I am not a doctor; however, I have learned that white foods are not good. STAY AWAY FROM THEM!! Foods such as enriched breads, flours, rice, pasta and many dairy products are high in carbs which turn into sugar when digested. These foods raise blood sugar levels radically. Healthy foods eat many fresh foods and not packaged or processed foods. I had a friend who was type 2 and changed his eating habits and he no longer is a diabetic. Sodas, if you must drink-- Diet only. Look at both carb and surgar amts on labels and add them together to find out the total sugars per serving.
2007-09-21 02:29:04
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There are allopathy medicines and you need to consult a good endocrinologist in your city. I am pre-diabetic (a condition if untreated causes diabetes II) and I am taking Metlong 1000 once a day; this brings down my insulin levels. But do consult a doctor.
2007-09-20 23:15:58
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There are many alternative therapies to control the diabetes if not cure fully.
1. Have brisk walking for 30 minutes in te morning daily.
2. You can take juice made of one tomato, one cucumber and one bitter gourd early in the morning on empty stomach.
3. Take one pinch cinnamon powder with warm water at night before going to bed.
4. Homoeopathy liquid R-40 German make helps to control diabetes. Take 10 drops in water twice a day before meals.
5. Citrus fruit juice of Morinda Citrifolia helps for both the types of diabetes.
2007-09-21 19:32:45
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Be ware of herbals. You see, the medicine ,I mean scientific medicine has to face clinical trials for safety. The doctor knows the relevent side-effects and toxic or adverse effects and also the ways to tackle those. I know a person with diabetes who got his blood sugar normal with herbal medicine but died of cirrhosis of liver with in next six months.
2007-09-20 23:45:49
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Shocking New Diabetes Research Revealed : http://Diabetes.neatprim.com
2016-03-05 20:42:29
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Cure Diabetes Problems Naturally : http://tinyurl.com/vbED54ed
2015-09-23 18:41:48
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being diabetic myself, there are no foods that are taboo...if you eat a taste of what you want from your old way of eating, you will be fine...you can't binge on all foods, but you probably didn't do that before becoming diabetic either...so learn portions and you will be fine eating almost all foods...and remember to always keep candy or glucose tabs around in case you get a severe low and need to bring your sugars back up fast...it's best to treat diabetes with no meds if you can...so be careful please...
2007-09-21 04:56:41
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