Ten fruits to treat Diabetes
In this work Babalawo Obanifa will document in
detail varieties of Herbal Remedies available in Yoruba Herbal Medicine for
treatment of Diabetes. This work will be useful for practicing herbalists in field
of Yoruba Herbal medicine or other alternative therapy. This work will also be useful
for any researcher in the field or pharmacy or any pharmaceutical institute
that want to harness some of the knowledge of plants available in Yoruba Herbal
medicine for treatment of diabetes. The work will also be useful to those
suffering from diabetes who wants to explore some natural herbal method that
may be available. However , it is instructive to note that Information make available
in this work should not be deemed or regarded as a substitute to the service of
a qualified trained health practitioner where the service of one is required,
The medical information in this category is strictly informational and should
not be regarded as medical advice.. Babalawo
Obanifa has conduct extensive research on varieties of herbal formulae for
treatment of diabetes in Yoruba herbal medicine and we deem it necessary to put
everything together in one documentation for this generation and posterity. The
structure of this work will be in two faces; face one of this work will make comprehensive
information available on diabetes as provide by trained health practitioner in
the fields of orthodox medicine. Diabetes is a very delicate disease that a lay
man like me cannot dabble into to explain without making recourse to relevant
medical information son it. While the face two of this work will document in
detail varieties of herbal remedies available in Yoruba Herbal Medicine for the
treatment of this Diabetes. In Yoruba Herbal Medicine the used to describe Diabetes
is Ito sugar.
What
is diabetes ?
No body have ever
capture the definition of Diabetes to my taste than Jon Johnson in his work title ‘ A review of
therapies and lifestyle changes for Diabetes’ The work have been medically review by Deborah
Weatherspoon,Phd,Rn,CRNA and published on www.medicalnewtoday.com. According to
this source mentioned Diabetes
is a condition that affects blood sugar levels and causes many serious health
problems if left untreated or uncontrolled. There is no cure for diabetes, but
it can go into remission. People can manage it with medication and lifestyle
changes. There are three type of Diabetes; we have type 1 diabetes, type 2
diabetes and gestational diabetes.
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease
that develops when the body destroys the cells in the pancreas that produce insulin. This means that people with type 1
diabetes do not make insulin. Without insulin, the body cannot regulate the
amount of glucose in the blood.
People
with type 2 diabetes develop a decreased
sensitivity to insulin, which means the body does not make or use as much
insulin as it needs. It is the more common of the two main types.
This
article reviews therapies and lifestyle changes that can help reduce the
effects of diabetes on a person's health.
Is diabetes curable?
No
cure for diabetes currently exists, but the disease can go into remission.
When
diabetes goes into remission, it means that the body does not show any signs of
diabetes, although the disease is technically still present.
Doctors
have not come to a final consensus on what exactly constitutes remission, but
they all include A1C levels below 6 percent as a significant factor. A1C levels
indicate a person's blood sugar levels over 3 months.
According
to Diabetes Care, remission can take different
forms:
- Partial remission: When a person has maintained a blood glucose level lower than that of a person with diabetes for at least 1 year without needing to use any diabetes medication.
- Complete remission: When the blood glucose level returns to normal levels completely outside of the range of diabetes or prediabetes and stays there for at least 1 year without any medications.
- Prolonged remission: When complete remission lasts for at least 5 years.
Even
if a person maintains normal blood sugar levels for 20 years, a doctor would
still consider their diabetes to be in remission rather than cured.
Achieving
diabetes remission can be as simple as making changes to an exercise routine or
diet.
Managing type 1 diabetes
Type
1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that often develops during childhood. It
occurs when the body mistakenly attacks the beta cells of the pancreas,
removing their ability to produce the insulin that the body needs to use blood
sugars correctly.
Receiving
a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes can be daunting, yet many people manage the
condition well, keeping symptoms and severe complications at bay.
Insulin treatments
Insulin injections are the most common treatment
for type 1 diabetes. People can self-administer these injections at home.
There are a range of insulin injections
available. They vary according to how quickly the insulin works and how long
its effects last in the body. Insulin's aim is to mimic how the body produces
insulin throughout the day in relation to energy intake.
Insulin treatments work at different speeds. The
chart below highlights the types, how quickly they work, and how long they
last. The information comes from the DailyMed database
Insulin
type
|
Speed of
action
|
Duration
|
5–15 minutes
|
3–5 hours
|
|
30–60 minutes
|
6–8 hours
|
|
60–120 minutes
|
14–24 hours
|
The site for each injection is
essential, as different locations on the body absorb insulin at different
speeds. Injections into the abdomen, for example, deliver insulin quickly.
Insulin that reaches the bloodstream via the lower back and buttocks takes
longer to get there.
Use of verapamil
A 2018 clinical trial on humans found that an
existing blood pressure drug called
verapamil may be helpful for people with diabetes.
In the study, people with recent-onset type 1
diabetes received doses of verapamil. The trial showed that their fasting
glucose levels ended up being lower than those who did not take the drug.
For people with type 1 diabetes, this drug seems
to improve insulin production in the pancreas, reducing the need for regular
insulin injections.
However, the FDA have not yet approved verapamil
as a treatment for diabetes, even though it has shown a lot of promise.
Implantable devices
Scientists have long been researching the use of
implantable devices for managing type 1 diabetes without the need for regular
injections.
This 2016
animal study discusses an implantable device that could protect beta cells
in the pancreas. Researchers found that the device protected a mouse's
pancreatic beta cells from immune attack for up to 6 months.
In 2018, the FDA approved the first-ever implantable continuous glucose
monitoring system that linked to an app.
Managing type 2 diabetes
Currently, it is easier for a person to reverse
type 2 diabetes than type 1.
This is because type 2 diabetes is not an
autoimmune disease and a range of outside forces and lifestyle habits can make
it worse.
While this means type 2 diabetes is much more widespread
than type 1 diabetes, it also means that a person with type 2 diabetes can make
relatively simple lifestyle and dietary adjustments to bring their blood sugar
levels back into the normal range.
Dietary intake and obesity both play a critical role in the
development of type 2 diabetes. As such, people can reverse the symptoms of
type 2 diabetes by adhering to specific lifestyle changes that include
improving their diet and exercise regimen.
Medications
While lifestyle adjustments can help reduce the
impact of type 2 diabetes, most people with the condition will need to take
medications to lower blood glucose and boost the body's production of and
sensitivity to insulin.
These include the following classes of drug:
- Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: These prevent starch from breaking down, helping to lower blood glucose. People should take them alongside the first bite of a meal. Acarbose and miglitol are common alpha-glucosidase inhibitors for people with diabetes.
- Biguanides: This category of drugs includes metformin, which is a common diabetes medication. Biguanides instruct the liver to produce less glucose and increase insulin sensitivity in the muscles.
- Bile acid sequestrants (BASs): Colesevelam is a BAS that reduces harmful cholesterol as well as blood sugar. These drugs do not enter the bloodstream, so people who have liver problems can use this medication safely.
- Dopamine-2 agonists: These reduce blood glucose following a meal. Examples include bromocriptine.
- DPP-4 inhibitors: These help support long-term glucose management without leading to hypoglycemia. They help a compound called GLP-1 remain in the body longer, which reduces glucose levels. Alogliptin, linagliptin, saxagliptin, and sitagliptin are the DPP-4 inhibitors presently available.
- Meglitinides: These stimulate the beta cells in the pancreas to release insulin. Nateglinide and repaglinide are meglitinides that are currently available.
- SGLT2 inhibitors: These block the actions of a protein called SGLT2 that reabsorbs glucose into the kidneys. This in turns stimulates the body to release the glucose in the urine, reducing levels in the blood. This is a new class of medication that includes canagliflozin, dapagliflozin, and empagliflozin.
- Sulfonylureas: These cause a greater release of insulin from the beta cells. Sulfonylureas are an older class of medication, and the only first-generation sulfonylurea still in use today is chlorpropamide. Glimepiride, glipizide, and glyburide are newer medications that cause fewer side effects.
- Thiazolidinediones: These improve the function of insulin in fat and muscle, as well as reducing glucose production in the liver. This class includes rosiglitazone and pioglitazone.
Doctors may prescribe one of these or a
combination, depending on the severity and presentation of diabetes.
Combination therapy is more expensive and has a higher risk of side effects but
often has a more controlling impact on glucose.
People with type 2 diabetes do not often need to
take additional insulin. As insulin sensitivity, as opposed to insulin
production, is the main issue for people with type 2, medication focusses on
reducing blood sugar and improving absorption.
Research into reversal methods
A 2016 study found that certain interventions can help put
type 2 diabetes into remission, including:
- personalized exercise routines
- strict diets
- glucose-controlling drugs
Four months after the intervention, 40 percent of
the subjects were able to stop taking their medications and remained in partial
or complete remission.
Managing gestational diabetes
Gestational diabetes is a type that develops
during pregnancy and resolves after the birth of the child.
Many diabetes medications adversely interact with
a developing fetus, so speak to a doctor about pregnancy-safe alternatives for
reducing blood sugar and boosting insulin.
People with gestational diabetes must control
sugar intake and engage in regular, light exercise. However, if this does not
have the desired effect, the doctor may prescribe insulin to control blood
sugar levels.
Very few high-quality studies confirm which
non-insulin medications are safe for women and babies. The American Diabetes
Association (ADA) advise against using them during pregnancy, although some
doctors do prescribe them.
Lifestyle changes for type 2 diabetes
Two main lifestyle changes can help manage type 2
diabetes: exercise and diet.
Exercise and weight loss
A healthful diet and regular exercise are the
first steps to managing type 2 diabetes. Weight loss is the cornerstone of
treatment for people with this condition.
A study
from 2010 has shown that increased physical activity and modest weight loss
can reduce the risk for type 2 diabetes by up to 58 percent.
The article in Diabetes Care stated that
people with type 2 diabetes should partake in 150 minutes a week of aerobic
activities, including:
- swimming
- brisk walking
- bicycle riding
Breaking physical activity into five 30-minute
sessions throughout the week can help a person manage this amount of exercise.
This may be enough to help the body manage diabetes symptoms.
Diet tips
Diet tips for controlling type 2 diabetes:
- Limit carbohydrates: replacing carbohydrates with high-protein and high-fiber foods will help regulate blood sugar.
- Eat less sugar: Sugar replacements, such as stevia, may help some people manage diabetes symptoms.
- Fiber-rich food: Fiber can help slow down the digestion of carbohydrates and sugars.
Foods to include in the diet:
- vegetables
- fruits
- whole grains
- proteins
- low-fat dairy products
A varied diet ensures the body receives all the
nutrients it needs. People should also eat fewer calories and try to eat
similar amounts of carbohydrates at each meal.
Foods high in polyunsaturated fats, such as fish,
nuts, and vegetable oils, are also highly beneficial for keeping down blood
sugar levels.
A heart-healthy diet, such as the DASH diet, can
be a highly effective way to structure an eating plan to reduce
the risk or effects of diabetes.
Surgery
If dietary changes and exercise are not possible
or successful, a person can achieve weight loss through bariatric surgery.
However, this is the last line treatment for
people with morbid obesity for whom no other treatment options have been
successful.
This type of surgery involves reducing the size
of the stomach, which helps people feel full after eating. Some types of
surgery also change a person's anatomy and may alter hormones that
contribute to weight gain.
Gastric band surgery and gastric
bypass surgery are two typical examples of this medical intervention.
Both operations present risks,
so doctors do not usually consider them as the first option. Insurance policies
also rarely cover bariatric surgery.
Outlook
No full cure is available for diabetes, but some
promising treatment methods are under development.
Working directly with a capable doctor may help
people find treatment options that could put diabetes into remission.
Treatment
and remedies for any type of Diabetes in Yoruba Herbal Medicine as Document By
Babalawo Obanifa
1.
Eso Abere lopolopo(seeds of Parinari species in
sufficient quantity)
Orogbo tutu lopo(fresh bitter kola in sufficient
quantity)
Preparation
Pound the two aforementioned items together to
form a fine paste. Air –dry it.Grind it to fine powder.
Uses
Take one table spoon of it with ogi(corn meal) or
ordinary water daily till you go for test and see improvement.
2
Ewe
Ewuro(bitter leaves with scientific name
Verlonia Amygdalina)
Ewe
Afomon(Mistletoes leaves)
Preparation
Use
clean water to squeeze out the content of this two leaves. Dring one glass of
it two times daily till you see improvement.
3.
Eepo ahun(bark stem of Alstonia Boonei)
Adi Eyan(palm kernel oil)
Preparation
You
will grind the bark stem of Eepo
ahun(bark stem of Alstonia Boonei)
pour the powder inside the palm kernel oil.
Uses
Diabetes
patient will be taking one table spoon of this medicine four time daily.
4.
Ewe
ejinrin wewe(leaves of African cucumber with scientific name Mormodical charantia)
Omi
osan wewe(juice obtain from lime orange with scientific name citrus auratifolia)
Preparation
You
will use the lime orange juice to squeeze the content of Ewe ejinrin
wewe(leaves of African cucumber with
scientific name Mormodical charantia). Alternatively
the two can be boiled together to make decotion
Uses
Diabetes
patient will be taking one glass it three time daily for two weeks .he will get
improvement.
5.
Epo
Sapo(Anthoclista djalonesis)
Eeru(xylopia
aethiopica)
Epa
ikun(Rhizome of Curculgo pilosa)
Baaka(Gladiolus
psittanus)
Ogirisako
langbodo(root of anchomances difformis)
Epo
Iyeye(bark stem of Spondian mombins)
Egbo
Asofeyeje(roots of Reurolfia vomitoria)
Asunwon
Egba(leaves of Cassia alata)
Asunwon
Oyinbo(Cassia siamea)
Baara(fruits
of Citrullus colocynthis)
Preparation
Boiled
everything together with clean water, you can also use it to prepare an
Infusion
Uses
Diabetes
patient will be taking it three times daily.
6.
Ewe
ati Eepo igi ahun( back stem and leaves of stool wood with scientific name Alstomia boneei)
Uses
Boil
the two aforementioned item together.
Uses
Diabetes
patient will be drinking one glass of three time daily for a month.
7.
Epo
kasu( bark stem of cashew tree with scientific name Anacarddium occidentale)
Preparation
Boil
the aforementioned in clean water.
Uses
Diabtes
patient will be taking one glass of it
three times daily for a month.
8.
Ogede
agbagba gbigbe(dried Musa paradisiacal)
Ewe
apabida gbigbe(Dry leaves of Catharanthus roseus)
Preparation
Grind
the two aforementioned items together to fine powder.
Uses
Take
one table spoon of it daily.
9.
Ewe
bomubomu(leaves of Calotropis procera)
Ewe
ogede agbagba(leaves of Musa Paradisaica
Preparation
Burn
the entire aforementioned item together to fine powder.
Uses
Take
one teaspoon of it with water daily.
10.
Ewe
Asofeyeje(leaves of Rauvolia vomitoria)
Ewe
ogede agbagba(leaves of Musa paradisiaca)
Preparation
Burn
the leaves together into fine powder
Uses
Take
one table spoon of it with water daily.
11.
Isumeri/ogede
odo(Crinum jagus)
Ata
Ijosi(bird pepper /Capsicum frutesence)
Preparation
Pound
the two aforementioned item together. Pour water on it to soaked it. When it
has become fermented
Uses
12.
Odo
Ewe lapalapa pupa
Odo
Ewe lapalapa funfun
Ododo Asunwon Egba(tender leaves of Cassia
alata)
Ododo
Asunwon Oyinbo( tender leaves Cassia siamea)
Efinrin(Basil
leaves)
Preparation
Grind
the aforementioned items together and use it to cook snail pepper soap to be
eating once a week.
13.
Alubosa
elewe
Ose
dudu
Kannafuru
Eeru
Alamo
Kafura
Kanfo
Preparation
Grind
the aforementioned item together into fine powder and pour it inside a jug or
keg. Put little local black soap(ose dudu). Pour water inside it.allow it to
ferment for 72 hours.
Uses
Diabetes
patient will be taking one glass of it daily.
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