Diabetes is now taking the form of an epidemic in India. According to the data of 2024, about 10 crore people in the country are suffering from diabetes. Dependence on medicines and expensive treatment has broken the back of the common man. In 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 the 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 Cure for Sugar’ in the local languages of India. This plant is found in many parts of South India, especially in Kerala and Karnataka. Its specialty is that it contains natural insulin-like elements which are very effective in controlling blood sugar.
How does this leaf work?
natural source of insulin
Green Leaf for Diabetes contains a compound called ‘costunolide’, which stimulates the pancreas to secrete insulin. This element is directly helpful in reducing blood sugar level.
Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
The flavonoids and polyphenols present in this leaf reduce oxidative stress in the body, thereby reducing the risk of other diabetes-related diseases such as kidney failure, eye defects, and nerve damage.
Scientific and Ayurvedic support
What does modern medicine say?
A study conducted by the Indian Institute of Science in Bengaluru in 2019 found that regular consumption of Green Leaf for Diabetes could reduce HbA1c from 7.5% to 6.1% in type-2 diabetes.
Opinion of Ayurvedic experts
According to Acharya Balakrishna (Patanjali), “If a person chews this leaf every morning on an empty stomach, his sugar can be controlled in just 15 days. This leaf also detoxifies the entire body.”
Useful in 50 diseases
Green Leaf for Diabetes Not only diabetes but also other 50 diseases like-
- obesity
- high blood pressure
- Acidity
- Constipation
- skin disease
-It is also considered beneficial.
Its tea, decoction, and juice of its leaves have been said to be effective in all these diseases.
How to consume?
by chewing
The most intense effect has been seen by washing and chewing 1-2 leaves every morning.
juice of leaves
Grind the leaves and extract its juice and consume one spoon on an empty stomach.
by making decoction
Make a decoction by boiling dry leaves in water and consume it in the morning and evening.
precautions
- Pregnant women and lactating mothers should consume it as per doctor’s advice.
- Patients with low blood sugar should be careful in its consumption.
- Excessive consumption may cause diarrhea or stomach pain
From rural India to the global stage
This leaf has been mentioned in Indian rural medical practice for centuries. Now the demand for Green Leaf for Diabetes is increasing in America, Japan, and Europe also. The Ministry of AYUSH is also now working towards research and product development on this.