Diabetes herbs Flashcards
1
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Trigonella foenum-graecum
A
Fenugreek Family: Fabaceae Parts used: seed Used for: fiber and insulinotrophic properties *Hard to get full dose* 5-100g
2
Q
Gymnema sylvestre
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Gurmar
Family: Asclepiadaceae (milkweed)
Parts used: aerial
Used for: stops cravings. Makes sweet taste bad
3
Q
Bitter melon
A
100-200ml
food like zucchini
Very bitter= detoxifying
4
Q
Panax ginseng
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Ginseng (Asian) {quinquefolius=American}
Family: Araliaceae
Parts used: root
*white or red
For: adaptogen! Hypoglycemic by acting on the pancreas to enhance secretion of insulin and increase cellular sensitivity to insulin.
Does much more! Crazy good!
5
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Commiphora myrrha
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Myrrh
Family: Burseraceae
Parts used: resin
For: antiseptic, antifungal, carminative, expectorant. Indicated for weak, inefficient capillary circulation, cold skin, weak pulse with catarrh and putrid conditions.
6
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Nopal
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Prickly pear
Eaten like green beans
7
Q
Grains
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Oats, barley, chia
8
Q
Okra
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Slimy
Family: malvaceae (mallow)
Parts used: petals like aloe
