Diabetes Ayurvedic Treatment in Kerala

Diabetes is a highly prevalent health condition in the modern world. It is an endocrine disorder characterized by inadequate regulation of blood glucose levels, leading to hyperglycemia. This occurs primarily due to insufficient insulin production in the body, with insulin being synthesized by the β-cells within the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas. The main role of insulin is to respond to elevated blood glucose levels, even after a meal. When blood glucose levels rise, the pancreas is triggered to release the hormone insulin. This, in turn, signals liver, muscle, and fat cells to effectively reduce excess glucose in the bloodstream.

Diabetes generally manifests in two main forms:

• Type 1 Diabetes (Insulin-dependent Diabetes Mellitus)
• Type 2 Diabetes (Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus)

In addition to these, there are other categories of diabetes, such as:

• Gestational Diabetes

Type 1 Diabetes (Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus)

is an autoimmune disorder characterized by the body’s immune system mistakenly attacking the pancreas, resulting in the permanent destruction of more than 90% of its insulin-producing β-cells. This leads to a significant reduction or complete absence of insulin production. Type 1 diabetes is often referred to as “juvenile diabetes” because it is frequently diagnosed in children. 

Type 1 diabetes is sudden onset 

• Increased urination (polyuria )
• Increased thirst
• Increased appetite 
• Skin infections like fungus etc.
• Weight lose

Type 2 Diabetes (Non-Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus)

Type 2 diabetes, often referred to as non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, stands as the most prevalent form of diabetes, closely interconnected with one’s lifestyle choices. Typically observed in middle-aged individuals, this form of diabetes is more prevalent than type 1 diabetes, primarily attributed to sedentary lifestyles and insufficient physical activity, in the case of type 1 diabetes, where insulin production is impaired and in type 2 diabetes manifests when the body’s cells resist the normal effect of insulin so the response of insulin is diminished called insulin resistance.

Type 2 diabetes is sudden Gradual onset

• Genital candidiasis
• Lethargy
• Increased urination
• Weight loss
• Dry mouth

Gestational diabetes

Gestational diabetes is a condition that manifests during pregnancy when the body’s insulin production becomes insufficient, resulting in elevated blood glucose levels that can impact both the pregnancy and delivery. Women who experience gestational diabetes, as well as their offspring, are at an elevated risk of developing type 2 diabetes in the future.

Risk factors causing gestational diabetes

• PCOD(Polycystic ovary disease)
• Heart disease 
• Obesity 
• Previous history of Gestational diabetes
• Family history

Symptoms

1. Frequent urination 
2. Thirst 
3. Vaginal, bladder and skin infections.
4. Nausea

Causes of Diabetes Mellitus

1. Genetic factor
2. Obesity 
3. Sedentary lifestyle
4. Alcoholism 
5. Diet 
6. Viral infection – results in the destruction of  β-cells

The underlying cause of diabetics 

• Pancreatic disorder

1. Inflammation 
2. Tumour 

• Defects in the formation of insulin 
• Decreased insulin sensitivity.

Diet and Lifestyle Changes for Diabetes Ayurvedic Treatment

Diabetes is mostly related to our sedentary diet and lifestyle, Along with medication follow a proper diet and lifestyle will help you to get better results. 

Diet

Do’s 

• Intake of fiber-rich green vegetables 
• Green gram, horse gram
• Barley, Wheat ,Old Rice
• Food having bitter and astringent vegetables like bitter gourd, garlic , raw banana , cauliflower, green beans
• Fruits like Indian gooseberry, banana,  pomegranate, grapes, apple

Don’t’s

• Sour gruel
• Alcohol 
• Jaggery 
• Curd 
• Sugarcane juice 
• Ghee 
• Oil 
• Root of rhizome

Lifestyle

Do’s

• Exercise (Vyayama)
• Proper Sleep at night
• Proper diet (Follow Pathya)
• Do yoga asanas,

• Pranayama
• Sarvangasana
• Paschimottanasana etc..

Don’ts 

• Avoid smoking 
• Eating Unwholesome food

Cure Prospective of Diabetes Ayurvedic Treatment

Diabetes, also known as Prameha in Ayurveda, is a metabolic disorder. In addition to taking internal medications, maintaining a healthy diet is crucial. Simply relying on medication without a proper diet may not yield significant results. Effective management of diabetes involves a combination of appropriate medication and a well-balanced diet. Ayurveda offers remedies that focus on strengthening the pancreas, and addressing the root cause of the condition. Therefore, a holistic approach that includes both medication and dietary changes can contribute to the improvement and, to some extent, the cure of diabetes.

Diabetes Ayurvedic Treatment: Prevention

According to Ayurveda “Prevention of disease is better than Cure a disease” 

In case of diabetes, occurs due to our sedentary diet and lifestyle which mainly affect our metabolism and pancreatic function. It can be prevented by following, 

• Follow Proper Diet 
• Good sleeping pattern 
• Avoid the use of Alcohol and Smoking  
• Regular Physical exercise
• Avoid stress and exhaustion 
• Reduce intake of carbohydrate 
• Avoid consumption of excess oil foods 
• Maintain personal hygiene

Recommended Yoga Poses for Diabetes

There are certain yoga postures you can perform they are,

Balasanam (Child Pose)

While practicing this pose will help you 

• Improve  the creation of insulin-producing cells
• It reduces stress and tiredness, promoting relaxation

Bhujangasanam (Cobra Pose)

This yoga practice is effective in alleviating diabetes symptoms 

• It enhances muscle strength and leads to lower blood sugar levels. 

Savasana (Corpse Pose)

By practicing this yoga asana

• Helps to reduce your stress 
• It will help to control diabetic symptoms 

Tadasana (Mountain Pose)

Yoga asana which helps your to,

• By improving blood circulation 
• It enhances insulin sensitivity to control your blood sugar levels

Chakrasanam (Wheel Pose)

By practicing this yoga asana,

• Helps to reduce your stress
• It strengthens the pancreas that stimulates the release of insulin for balancing your blood sugar level  

Pranayama (Breathing Exercise) like 

1. Kapalbathi 
2. Bhastrika Pranayama 

But one thing that all these yoga asanas should be practiced under the guidance of certified yoga instruction. 

Diabetes Ayurvedic Treatment at Dheemahi Ayurveda

Dheemahi Ayurveda is dedicated to prioritizing patient health and well-being through a rich tradition of Ayurvedic wisdom passed down through five generations. Our team comprises expert doctors who are committed to your health journey. Dheemahi Ayurveda is an authentic and traditional Ayurveda Hospital.

With daily consultations we provide more reliability as by doing physical examinations, doctors can get more findings about the condition of the patient.

For chronic diseases – routine follow-up check-up is also an essential requirement which cannot be ignored. In the case of therapies needed for the relief of the symptoms, the supervision of a doctor is very much important. Dheemahi facilitates the supervision of our doctors in every Panchakarma therapies with exact documentation of your treatment schedule.