10 Apr 2024 - News

Balancing Blood Sugar: Ayurveda’s Diabetes Aid

Are you tired of battling back and forth with your blood sugar levels?

Are you looking for something more natural that has been tried and proven from long ago?

Well, welcome to the world of Ayurveda. In this article we will be exploring its approach to diabetes management. 

Understanding Ayurveda's Perspective on Diabetes:

Ayurveda is a healing system that was created in India thousands of years ago. It views diabetes as an imbalance in the body’s doshas — essentially kapha and pitta. These two energies are responsible for digestion, metabolism, and insulin production. With personal dieting, lifestyle adjustments, and herbal remedies, Ayurveda is able to create a comprehensive approach to cure diabetes.

Key Dietary Recommendations:

Diet plays a huge role in managing diabetes according to Ayurveda. Eating foods low in glycemic content but high in fiber is a great start for fixing your diet like whole grains, leafy greens and lean proteins. Things like processed treats or refined carbs will only spike up blood pressure, so it’s best to stay away from those things if you’re trying to manage it better. Bitter melon juice is one of those things where it’s simple but very effective when consumed daily on an empty stomach each morning.

Lifestyle Modifications for Balance:

In addition to dietary changes, Ayurveda also emphasizes on lifestyle modifications, which help support stable blood sugar levels within our bodies as well. Incorporating regular exercise into your daily routine such as brisk walking or yoga is highly recommended, while practicing stress-reduction techniques like meditation and deep breathing is said to calm the mind and balance out our nervous system. Quality sleep is also important, so aim for 7–8 hours each night and try to establish a consistent bedtime routine along with creating a more restful environment.

Herbal Remedies for Diabetes Management:

 Ayurveda uses the power of herbs to help manage diabetes. One potent herbal remedy that can be used is called fenugreek seeds. These seeds are packed with soluble fiber and compounds which help regulate blood sugar levels within our bodies. Preparing fenugreek tea is as simple as steeping a teaspoon of fenugreek seeds in hot water for 5–10 minutes before straining it and drinking the tea before meals to support healthy blood sugar levels.

Ayurvedic Treatment for Balanced Blood Sugar:

To balance out your blood sugar levels, you can consider a Panchakarma therapy. This therapy is known as cleansing and rejuvenating one, which helps remove toxins from our bodies to restore doshic balance. Specific treatments within Panchakarma, such as Virechana (therapeutic purgation) and Basti (medicated enema), target metabolic imbalances associated with diabetes.

For personalized support on this matter, you can always book an Ayurvedic Consultation at Ayurvida Wellness Clinic in San Diego, CA  

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions regarding this article or anything else concerning diabetes management!

Christianne Madrazo. Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, graduate of Mount Madonna Institute, College of Ayurveda in California, and student of Dr. Vasant Lad, one of the world’s foremost experts in Ayurveda.

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