Diabetes is a worldwide disorder which affects may people. Though there is not a complete cure, some traditional Indian foods have some potential role in controlling diabetes.

1. DIABETES MELLITUS
ROLE OF INDIAN FOODS IN
CONTROLLING

2. DIABETES MELLITUS -
INTRODUCTION
ROLE OF INDIAN FOODS IN
CONTROLLING DIABETES
FENUGREEK SEEDS
GOOSEBERRY
BITTERGOURD
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3. DIABETES MELLITUS
DIABETES MELLITUS
Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes,
is a disorder of carbohydrate metabolism
characterized by high blood sugar level
(hyperglycaemia) and high level of sugar in urine
(glycosuria).
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a disease of inadequate
control of blood levels of glucose.
Diabetes happens when your body isn't able to
take up sugar (glucose) into its cells and use it for
energy. This results in a build up of extra sugar in
your bloodstream.

4. Indian food is famous in the world for its intense and tasty flavours.
Indian food is mainly based on the ancient systems of Ayurveda that
aims to keep your body healthy and balanced. From preventing
diseases to managing them, Indian food has always been effective.
Certain foods have been proved to be ‘wonder foods’ to curb sugar
spikes in blood and improve insulin resistance.
They include Whole grains, green leafy vegetables, nuts, garlic,
cinnamon, beans, fenugreek seeds, bitter gourd, gooseberry, etc....
ROLE OF INDIAN FOODS IN
CONTROLLING DIABETES

5. WONDER FOODS FOR DIABETES
Fenugreek seeds Bitter gourd Gooseberry

6. FENUGREEK SEEDS
Fenugreek seeds belongs to the family leguminosae
or fabaceae. Fenugreek seeds are used as a
condiment and the leaves are widely consumed as a
green leafy vegetable. The leaves are a rich source of
calcium, iron, beta-carotene and other
vitamins.
The fenugreek seeds contains alkaloids Trigonelline,
fat, fibre, saponins, glycosides and protein.
The fenugreek seed extract has been shown to exhibit
hypoglycaemic effects.

7. Pancreatic tissues and other tissues
Improve glucose and carbohydrate absorption
Decrease insulin resistance
Delays gastric emptying
Increases insulin receptors
Improves peripheral glucose use
Insulin secretion stimulation
Fenugreek seeds have beneficial effects on
An Insulin stimulating substance, 4- hydroxy isoleucine has been identified
in fenugreek seeds.

8. Fenugreek seeds contain
high fibre which is useful for
diabetes.
In addition it also contains TRIGONELLINE- an
alkaloid known to reduce blood sugar levels.
Galactomannan, a water-soluble fibre found in
fenugreek seeds, curbs the appetite by
enhancing the feeling of fullness.
Total fibre
50%
Mucilagenous fibre
20%

9. Intaking forms
Consumption of 15 grams of fenugreek powder daily results in
Blood glucose lowering effects. The fenugreek seeds powder
can be incorporated in preparations such as chapathi, rice, dhal
and vegetables.
The seeds can be taken as such after overnight soaking in water,
15 minutes before meal.
Dosage
The quantity of fenugreek seeds to be taken daily depends
upon the severity of diabetes. The doses may vary from 25g to
50g. To begin with with 25g of fenugreek seeds may be taken
in two equal doses of 12.5g each along with lunch and dinner.

10. BITTER GOURD
may promote glucose uptake
helps in inhibition of enzymes involved in glucose
production
enhances glucose oxidation
Bitter gourd belongs to Momordica charantia
family. It is a tropical vine that belongs to the gourd
family. Bitter gourd is cultivated for the use of its
unripe fruit as a vegetable, locally known as karela.
It is used in the treatment of gastroenteritis, diabetes,
tumours and some viral infections.
Bitter gourd intake

11. Bitter gourd increases insulin secretion of the pancreas, decreases
intestinal glucose uptake, and increases uptake and utilization of
glucose in peripheral tissues.
Bitter melon has also long been used as a herbal remedy for a range of ailments,
including type 2 diabetes.
It is also known that bitter melon contains a lectin that reduces blood glucose
concentrations.
This lectin is thought to be a major factor behind the hypoglycemic effect that
develops after eating bitter melon.
Bitter melon contains polypeptide-p and is used to control diabetes naturally
M. charantia has significant antidiabetic as well as hypolipidemic activity so that it
can be used as an adjuvant along with allopathic treatment of medicine to treat
diabetes as well as to delay the late complications of diabetes.

12. The juice of the unripe fruit is taken once or twice a day as
an anti-diabetic remedy. It helps improve glucose tolerance.
Intaking forms
50–100 milliliters daily of juice
about 2–3 ounces throughout the day
one small bitter melon per day
Different forms of bitter melon is available like powder and
juice. Capsules are also available.
As a tablet or capsule, caution should be exercised because
this dosage form has not been tested in clinical studies.
Anyone considering taking bitter melon alongside their
diabetes treatment should consume no more than:

13. INDIAN GOOSEBERRY
Indian gooseberry or Amla, scientifically known as
Emblica Officinalis is known for its immunity-boosting
properties and is known to be a great remedy for
diabetes.
The presence of chromium in the fruit helps in
regulating carbohydrate metabolism and increases
insulin sensitivity in the body, thus helping in diabetes
management.

14. Amla helps in the healing of pancreatitis and aids in the proper
secretion of insulin.
Lowers the level of Sorbitol, which is a toxic sugar that further
increases diabetic complications such as retinopathy and
neuropathy.
Enhances glucose tolerance.
Amla helps in the healing of the pancreas, increases the secretion
of insulin, and enhances insulin sensitivity and uptake of insulin by
the cells.
Amla also prevents toxin accumulation in the body, thereby
aiding in the proper functioning of the body for people with type
II diabetes.

15. Amla can be eaten raw or in juice form or prepared in dishes.
Raw Amla is best suited, but many people may find the sourness
of raw Amla too powerful.
Drinking amla juice or raw amlas daily can stabilise blood
glucose levels greatly. Amla candy is also good for people
with diabetes as it helps in stabilising the sugar levels even as it
makes for a tasty snack.
Another way to consume Amla is in the form of Amla powder.
This can be mixed with lime juice or plain water. Alternatively,
it can be used as a sprinkler on fruits and vegetables to get a
tart flavour.
Intaking forms

16. REFERENCE:
REFERENCE:
1.Srilakshmi B. (2011)., Dietetics, Seventh Edition, New Age
International (P) Ltd. Publishers, Chennai
2. Joshi S.A (2008), Nutrition and Dietetics, Second Edition,
Tata Mc. Graw Hill Publication,
New Delhi.
3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4027280/
4. https://www.sugarfit.com/blog/is-amla-good-for-diabetes

17. A Presentation by:
N.AYESHA MARZOOKA
22PND005
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