INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Diabetes is a health condition where the body experiences erratic rise and fall in blood sugar levels
This can cause a number of other health complications
The condition is particularly widespread in India
According to one estimate, currently some 62 million Indians suffer from diabetes mellitus, which constitutes about 7 per cent of the entire
adult population of the country
According to Indian Heart Association, the number of diabetics in India will jump to 109 million people by 2035
Furthermore, the condition, on an average, is said to strike by the time people cross the age of 40
Diet is a crucial part of managing and preventing diabetes and healthy diet practices as well as regular exercises may go a long way in
alleviating the symptoms and even potentially preventing the condition
There are a number of ingredients that we can include in our daily meals, which may help regulate blood sugar levels and bay leaves or tej
patta is one of them.Tej patta is used in a number of Indian dishes, to add flavour and give them a punch of nutrition as well
It is also known as the Malabar Leaf and its scientific name is Laurus Nobilis
This herb is present in a number of Indian kitchens and is fortified with the presence of a number of essential nutrients and minerals like
vitamins A and C, as well as folic acid
It is used in a number of soups, curries and rice dishes and it adds a distinct pungent flavour to the dishes
The rich nutrient profile of the herb ensures that it delivers a host of health benefits, like preventing digestive troubles, protecting the
heart and even acting as a stress buster
But diabetics can especially benefit by including it in their dishes as it may help improve insulin function.Bay Leaves For Diabetes: How It
HelpsA 2016 study published in the journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Nutrition concluded that consuming just 1 to 3 gm of bay leaves for
30 days, helped people suffering from Type-2 diabetes, improve insulin function
The leaves have a hypoglycaemic effect on diabetes patients, due to the presence of a number of phytochemicals and essential oils in it
Consumption of bay leaves was found to improve insulin and glucose metabolism
The active component of bay leaves is a polyphenol, which helps in controlling glucose levels
Additionally, they were also found to improve the lipid profile of patients.How To Use Bay Leaves To Manage DiabetesTo reap the full
benefits of tej patta or bay leaves, diabetics are advised to consume it along with their regular medication as well as follow other healthy
diet and lifestyle regulations
You can add whole bay leaves to your soups and curries or even grind the dried leaves into a powder and add it to your meals, to benefit
Just a spoonful of the herb is enough and may help regulate blood sugar levels.Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic
It is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion
Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information
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