Diabetes Herbal Remedies

Here is a selection of herbs that can help with Diabetes. Each one comes with a brief description - click on 'More..' for more information about the medical uses, other uses and dosage!

Fenugreek

Fenugreek got a mention from Dr. Atkins (of Atkins Diet fame) in his book, “Dr Atkins Vita-nutrient Solution”. He hits on the most important use of Fenugreek, as a blood sugar regulator for sufferers of Type I and Type II Diabetes.

This is only part of the story though – Fenugreek has been used by herbologists to treat conditions as varied as indigestion, delayed labor and the common cold. More...

Ginseng

Ginseng is a very popular herb in Asia, where it features not just in the cuisine but also as an all-purpose, life-giving herbal remedy. It has been used for centuries but Western medicine is yet to fully understand its abilities.

Traditionally ginseng has been used to reduce stress on the body, increase the strength of the immune system and delay the effects of aging. However, more recently it has been found to help with Diabetes, low libido and even cancer. More...

Reishi

Similar in its effects to Maitake, the Reishi mushroom is a powerful immune system booster that has been used to treat cancer and relieve the symptoms of chemotherapy. Its Chinese name, ‘lingzhi’, literally translates to ‘herb of immortality’. Unlike Maitake however, it also has beneficial effects on blood pressure, cholesterol and respiratory conditions.

A popular herb across Asia for more than 3000 years, Reishi was ‘ranked’ the #1 herb in a 2000 year old text on Chinese medicine. Reishi has now found recognition in western herbology and is increasingly subject to medical trials. The best thing about Reishi is that it has no known side effects! More...