Introduction
Pre-diabetes is a condition, if left unattended, the person might go on to develop diabetes. Modern system of medicine treats it as a condition and medicines are prescribed to treat pre-diabetes but since it is only a hint that the person might develop diabetes in future, it can be very well managed with suitable Diet & lifestyle changes and by including some very simple ayurvedic herbs in diet.
Pre-diabetes symptoms as per Ayurveda
- Dantaadeenam malaadhyatwam (depleting oral hygiene)
- Paani paadayoho daaha (burning sensation in feet and palms)
- Chikkanata dehe (a feeling of stickiness in whole body )
According to modern parameters, a fasting blood sugar level of 100 – 125 mg/dl and post prondial blood sugar level of around 140 mg/dl is considered as pre diabetes. Pre-Diabetes might not show any signs and symptoms but can be accidentally traced when you are undergoing biochemical tests for some other disorder or when your doctor specifically suggests the test suspecting diabetes in you.
Symptoms of Pre-diabetes as per Modern science
Most people have no symptoms .Some may have symptoms of Diabetes in a milder form (unusual thirst, frequent urination, blurring of vision, extreme fatigue etc)
Importance of early diagnosis of pre-diabetes
Early diagnosis, Treatment and attention in this stage may prevent Type-2 DM and serious health problems.
We can also avoid complications of T2DM like heart diseases and blood vessel disease, eye disease and kidney diseases
Whom & When to test for Pre-Diabetes?
- Those who are 45 years or older
- Those who are overweight with BMI of 25 or more having any of the below mentioned Diabetes risk factors:
- Physically inactive
- Strong family history of Diabetes (have a first degree relative with Diabetes)
- History of gestational diabetes or delivering a baby weighing more than 9 pounds
- Having PCOS
- Have High triglycerides or low HDL cholesterol
- Abnormal blood sugar tests in the past
- History of heart disease
- Have any signs of a condition called insulin resistance (severe
- obesity, acanthosis nigricans etc)
Diagnosis of Pre-diabetes
- Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG) test – 100-125 mg/dL
- Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) – 140-199 mg/dL
- Haemoglobin A1C test (HbA1C) – 5.7 – 6.4%
Ayurvedic herbs for pre diabetes
- Turmeric and Amla – This combination of two herbs is very effective in pre-diabetes management. Include them as a part of diet.
- Neem leaves & Curry leaves – not only is good for improving
- digestion and taste of food, but is also good for fighting pre Diabetes
Conclusion
For managing pre-diabetes, the above mentioned measures would be highly effective . The above mentioned tips can also be followed as diabetes alternative treatments, as along with the necessary medication, after consulting with the doctor.
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