(Natural News) The world continues to reel from the growing epidemic that is diabetes. Although the disease is being controlled with the aid of chemical medications, these drugs are not without side effects, prompting researchers to look into natural yet effective alternatives. A study investigated the efficacy of Helicteres angustifolia, a plant popularly used in […]

(Natural News) Getting diabetes doesn’t just mean having increased glucose levels — it also entails the risk of severe complications. In a study in the journal Eye, researchers found that people with diabetes are more likely to develop cataracts – which could lead to blindness. Researchers from Anglia Ruskin University, University of Basel, University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation […]

(Natural News) Both diabetes and cigarette smoking can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease because they increase oxidative stress in the body. To protect your heart from damage caused by diabetes and smoking, take curcumin supplements. A study published in the African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines found that curcumin protects the heart […]

(Natural News) A study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food found that people with metabolic syndrome can ameliorate some of the condition’s complications with aid from gurmar (Gymnema sylvestre), a plant whose name literally means “sugar destroyer.” Metabolic syndrome is a serious health condition involving several metabolic disorders occurring together. These are usually obesity, […]

(Natural News) It’s hard to get a decent amount of sleep when there are so many things going on around you. However, people who do not get enough rest have a higher risk of physical and mental health conditions. Among these is diabetes, which is one of the most prevalent diseases in the world. A study […]

(Natural News) Turmeric’s long history as a culinary spice dates all the way back to 2,500 years before Christ. This bright yellow, strongly flavored spice has also been used since at least 500 B.C.E. as an essential part of Ayurvedic medicine in India – and no wonder, since curcumin, the substance which gives the spice […]

(Natural News) German researchers have uncovered a critical link between obesity and diabetes. As reported by MPG.de, a sub-population of immune cells known as natural killer (NK) cells were found to increase the risk of diabetes. The researchers discovered these cells during the course of a different study, one that looked at how the immune […]

(Natural News) American researchers recently warned that there is no such thing as safe levels of pollution. In an Integrative Practitioner article, their new study warns that even light levels of outdoor air pollution could increase the chances of contracting diabetes. At the same time, they believe that the number of diabetes cases in heavily-polluted […]

(Natural News) Many different plant-derived medicines are used in the traditional Indian medicinal system. One of these is Arjunarishta, which is produced from hydroalcoholic extracts of the Arjun tree (Terminalia arjuna). This formulation is commonly used for treating cardiovascular disorders and diabetes, but no one has elucidated the mechanism of action behind its effectiveness. In […]

(Natural News) Overweight people with no history of diabetes should consider following a plant-based diet. A study published in the journal Nutrients found that adhering to a plant-based diet improves insulin sensitivity and beta cell function in overweight adults with no history of diabetes. An individual’s risk of Type 2 diabetes may be assessed by […]