Homeopathic Diabetes Cures

The World Health Organization estimates that currently more than 180 million people worldwide have diabetes. This figure is expected to more than double by 2030.

Diabetes is a chronic disease with no cure. But there are natural diabetes remedies that offer an alternative to standard treatments based on diabetes medication and insulin therapy. Some of these herbal remedies have been used throughout history and their widespread use continues today.

Blood Sugar Maintenance

• Lowering blood sugar levels is one of the primary treatment goals for diabetics and some common foods that can help you do this include onions, cucumbers, celery, garlic and string beans. The following homeopathic treatments, which are considered traditional herbal medicines, have also been used throughout history to reduce blood sugar levels in diabetics.

  The leaves of the European blueberry plant have a natural sugar-lowering effect. Making this blueberry plant remedy is similar to making tea with loose leaves. Soak two to three handfuls of the plant's leaves in cold water first for 10 minutes, then four cups of hot water for one hour, and drink the liquid. You must consume two to three cups daily for several months in order to see any benefit.

  Green plantain peels also reduce blood sugar levels. To make this remedy, peel a washed green plantain and place the peel in a jar with enough water to cover the peel completely. Allow the liquid to sit overnight and drink it three times a day.

Diabetic Neuropathy

• Neuropathy is a common diabetic condition that occurs as a result of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which then results in a lack of oxygen circulation to the nerves. Evening primrose oil is a homeopathic remedy that helps the body's circulation because it is a direct source of GLA.

  Ashwagandha, also known as Indian ginseng, is a shrub that grows raisin-size red berries. This herb's antioxidant powers are especially beneficial in the treatment of diabetic neuropathy because they improve overall well-being. Ashwagandha can also regenerate damaged nerve cells and impaired nerve-signaling pathways, which are the primary features of this condition. Ashwagandha is consumed as an herbal dietary supplement. You can find them for sale online with a search for "diabetes ashwagandha supplements."

Insulin Production

• A chemical found in cinnamon not only decreases blood sugar levels but also stimulates insulin production in people with diabetes. To make this cinnamon herbal remedy add 3 tbsp. of cinnamon to 1 liter of water and simmer for 20 minutes. To attain the full benefits of this remedy, drink a liter of the cinnamon water daily.

  Zinc plays a role in insulin production and storage and an increased zinc intake is beneficial to diabetics who have low absorption of this mineral. Foods with high zinc content include almonds, sardines, chicken, ginger root, lamb, egg yolk, calf liver and fresh oysters.