In India, diabetes i.e. diabetes is now taking the form of an epidemic. According to 2024 data, about 100 million people in the country suffer from diabetes. Dependence on medicines and expensive treatment have broken the back of the common man. At such a time, a simple green leaf – which is being called Green Leaf for Diabetes in Ayurveda – has emerged as a ray of hope for people.
What is this green leaf for diabetes?
This leaf is actually a leaf of Insulin Plant or Costus Igneus which is called ‘diabetes leaf’ or ‘green treatment of sugar’ in local languages in India. This plant is found in many parts of South India, especially in Kerala and Karnataka. Its specialty is that it contains elements like natural insulin which are very effective in controlling blood sugar.
How does this leaf work?
Source of natural insulin
Green Leaf for Diabetes contains compound called ‘Costunolide’, which stimulates the pancreas for insulin secretion. This element is directly helpful in reducing blood sugar levels.
Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
The flavonoids and polyphenols present in this leaf reduce oxidative stress in the body, reducing the risk of other diabetes related diseases such as kidney failure, eye defects, and nerves.
Scientific and ayurvedic support
What does modern medicine say?
In 2019, a study by Bangalore-based Indian Institute of Science found that regular intake of Green Leaf for Diabetes can be reduced from 7.5% to 6.1% in type-2 diabetes.
Opinion of ayurveda
According to Acharya Balakrishna (Patanjali), “If a person chews this leaf on an empty stomach every morning, then his sugar can be controlled in just 15 days. This leaf also detoxes the whole body.”
Useful in 50 diseases
Green leaf for diabetes not only diabetes but other 50 diseases like-
- obesity
- High blood pressure
- Acidity
- Constipation
- skin disease
-It is also considered beneficial in it.
Its tea, decoction, and juice of leaves have been said to be effective in all these diseases.
How to consume?
Chewkar
The most intense effect has been seen by washing 1-2 leaves every morning.
Leaf juice
Grind the leaves and extract its juice and consume one teaspoon on an empty stomach.
Decoction
Boil dried leaves in water and make a decoction and consume it in the morning and evening.
Precautions
- Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers consume it with the advice of a doctor
- Patients with low blood sugar should be cautious in its intake
- Excessive intake can cause diarrhea or abdominal pain
From rural India to global platform
This leaf is mentioned in Indian rural medicine system for centuries. Now in America, Japan, and Europe, the demand for Green Leaf for Diabetes is increasing. The Ministry of AYUSH is also working towards research and product development on this.