Nature has always had some wonder cures for some disorders that we are only now finding out. It has been recently discovered that some of these herbs are especially good for diabetes. Let us now see what these herbs are and how they work to regulate diabetes.

Vanadium

This trace element, accidentally discovered by a Swedish chemist, is famed to help reduce blood sugar levels. The scientist, dazed by the herb’s brilliant colors, named it after the Scandinavian goddess of beauty and youth, Vanadis. This has been found to act on insulin in several ways. It is said that this herb helps enhance glucose absorption in the body and also helps make it stable for longer periods of time.

Pterocarpus

Pterocarpus Marsupium is used in India for diabetes control. The bark of this plant is known to comprise the potent flavonoid, epicatechin, which helps prevent damage of the useful beta cells in the body. It is now thought that this might even help regenerate the body by creating more beta cells in the pancreas. Green tea is a great source of epicatechin.

Bilberry

Vaccinium Myrrtillus, European Blueberry or Bilberry, is a tiny shrub that can be found in many parts of Europe. Both the fruit and the leaves can be used to regulate blood sugar. The berry is bluish black in color and the leaves can also be used in your herbal tea. This herb is known to prevent hyperglycemia as well. The extract of the berry is found to be even more effective.

Chromium

Much lesser-known, this helps glucose absorption by binding insulin to the cells. There is, though, not much research yet to prove the efficacy of this substance.

Though herbs are being used today as treatment for diabetes, it is always advisable for you to talk to your physician before trying out any of them. Do see to it that you also continue your regular medication side-by-side, as it is sure to bring your sugar levels under good control.