Turmeric has been used for centuries as a pain reliever, to improve digestion and liver function, and for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. When it comes to diabetes treatment, its active component known as curcumin has been found beneficial.
Curcumin has been credited for its anti-diabetic effects. It may help in lowering blood glucose levels, fighting inflammation – which is one severe effect of diabetes, and improving other diabetes-related conditions like nerve damage and cataracts.
Here are some of the ways on how to use turmeric to manage diabetes.
Turmeric and Black Pepper
Curcumin in turmeric together with piperine, a phytochemical present in black pepper, may prevent blood vessel damage associated with diabetes.
What’s more? In a study, experts found that black pepper contains beneficial antioxidants that may help stabilize blood sugar levels. Its oil can prevent type 2 diabetes and related hypertension.
Boil a glass of milk and then add turmeric in it. Once the turmeric milk is ready, let it cool and then add black pepper in it. Take it in the morning. Another way to enjoy this benefit is by adding a pinch of black pepper along with turmeric to our food preparations.
Turmeric and Ginger
Intake of ginger powder may help improve fasting blood sugar. It works by inhibiting hepatic phosphorylase, an enzyme that breaks down glucose storage molecules. Aside from this, the spice may also prevent cardiac ailments often associated with diabetes, according to a study.
Keep blood sugar levels in control by taking ginger shots along with turmeric in the morning.
Turmeric And Cinnamon
These two powerful spices can lower the insulin and triglycerides that are triggered by high-fat meals. They can lower the blood sugar levels to a great extent. Simply mix a pinch of cinnamon powder in turmeric milk and drink it in the morning.
Turmeric Root Extract
Consuming turmeric root extract is one of the easiest ways of controlling diabetes. It works by reducing insulin resistance and improving the functioning of beta cells, which are beneficial for diabetes.
Turmeric and Gooseberry
Gooseberry helps control high blood sugar levels. It contains chromium that regulates carbohydrate metabolism – and this makes our body’s cells more responsive to insulin.
For this remedy, mix a pinch of turmeric in two tablespoons of gooseberry juice and have it in the morning.
