by Cloves have been used in the gastronomic world as an ingredient to season meats, bakery products or drinks, among others. However, few are aware of its health benefits.
According to relevant research, published in journal of Clinical Nutrition, a natural supplement like cloves can greatly reduce blood glucose levels.
In fact, an extract of cloves contains gallic, chlorogenic, catechin, quercetin and eugenol acids, components that benefit health in different ways, according to the portal Terra, in your health section.
In the trial, the workers analyzed 13 healthy volunteers between the ages of 25 and 35 and divided them into two groups, based on their blood sugar levels after a meal. The results of the study determined that after consuming the natural supplement, people with levels of diabetes and type 2 diabetes showed a decrease in blood sugar values.
Consequently, extending the conclusions, the specialists affirmed that clove extract may maintain normal blood sugar levels throughout the day in people with prediabetes. While those with diabetes may present minimum blood glucose values after consuming the natural supplement.
It should be noted that the treating physician should be consulted before ingesting it, since each organism is different.
Other natural remedies to reduce sugar levels
Cinnamon
- Cinnamon helps the body to use sugar, causing it to decrease its amount in the blood, and thus control insulin resistance and glucose in diabetes, according to the magazine Healthline.
- It is also possible to take advantage of the properties of cinnamon by placing it in coffee as a substitute for sugar, since it gives it a sweet touch, and even by placing a stick in a thermos with water and drinking it during the day.
- Method of preparation: To prepare the cinnamon tea, 3 cinnamon sticks must be placed in a pot with 1 liter of water, bring to a boil over medium heat for 5 minutes. Then turn off and cover the pot until it is lukewarm, you can drink this tea several times a day.
moringa
- Moringa, whose scientific name is Moringa oleifera, It is a plant that has many benefits, one of which is that it has a natural hypoglycemic effect.
- It can be consumed in tea, but it also exists in capsules.
Juniper
- The juniper, whose scientific name is Juniperus communis, It is a plant that has hypoglycemic properties, thanks to its flavonoid content; In addition, it also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and can be used in the form of tea, according to the specialized health portal Tua Saúde.
- How to use: To prepare the tea, place 2 to 3 juniper berries in a cup of boiling water, cover, and let steep for 5 minutes. Strain and drink 1 to 3 cups a day, for a maximum period of 6 weeks.
Dandelion
- The dandelion, scientifically named Taraxacum officinaleis another plant that possibly has a strong effect on diabetes, since both its leaves and roots are capable of regulating blood sugar levels.
- In fact, dandelion root contains a substance known as inulin, which can increase insulin production because it is a type of sugar that is not metabolized; therefore, it does not generate the increase in the level of sugar in the blood.
- preparation mode: Place the water and 1 tablespoon of dandelion roots in a pot and bring to a boil, boil for 5 minutes. Then remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Finally, strain and drink when it is lukewarm. This tea can be drunk up to 3 times a day.
Sage
- The sage, whose scientific name is sage officinalishas a hypoglycemic effect, helping to lower blood sugar, thus controlling diabetes and even regulating sugar in prediabetes.
- Method of preparation: place 2 tablespoons of dried sage leaves in 250 ml of boiling water and let stand for 10 minutes. Take up to 2 times a day.
