Effect of Indigenous foods (Fenugreek, black sesame and bitter cumin) on blood glucose level of Type – 2 diabetic patients
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Fenugreek, black sesame, bitter cumin, blood glucoseAbstract
Type 2 diabetes is treated with tablets and regulated diet. In spite of this, in most diabetic patients, it is not possible to achieve and maintain completely normal blood glucose level throughout the entire day with these conventional therapies. Alternative treatments for diabetes have become increasingly popular in the last several years, including medicinal herbs, nutritional supplementation, acupuncture, and hot tub therapy. As an alternative approach, medicinal herbs with anti hyperglycemic activities are increasingly sought by diabetic patients and health care professionals. Herbal formulations are preferred due to lesser side effects and low cost. Fenugreek, Black Sesame and Bitter cumin are traditional herbs and medicinal indigenous ingredients science a long time herbal medicines have been used in the management of disease. We conducted a study to ascertain of fenugreek, black sesame, bitter cumin powder taken orally had any effect on the blood sugar level of type 2 diabetic patients.
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