Herbs Used in GlucoNorm

Here are herbal ingredients and their role in controlling blood sugar levels based on scientific studies:

  • Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre) – Helps reduce sugar absorption in the intestines, enhances insulin function, and may reduce sugar cravings.

  • Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia) – Contains compounds that mimic insulin, helping to lower blood glucose levels.

  • Guggul (Commiphora mukul) – Supports lipid metabolism and may improve insulin sensitivity.

  • Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) – Aids in digestion, regulates metabolism, and supports pancreatic function.

  • Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) – Helps in balancing blood sugar levels by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation.

  • Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis miller) – Helps lower fasting blood sugar and improves insulin sensitivity.

  • Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum) – Regulates glucose metabolism and reduces blood sugar spikes.

  • Turmeric (Curcuma longa) – Contains curcumin, which enhances insulin sensitivity and reduces inflammation.

  • Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) – Has anti-diabetic properties by improving insulin sensitivity and lowering blood glucose.

  • Gokhru (Tribulus terrestris) – Helps regulate blood sugar levels by supporting kidney and pancreatic function.

  • Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa) – Supports kidney function, which helps in glucose metabolism and detoxification.

  • Black Pepper (Piper nigrum) – Enhances the absorption of other herbs, improves metabolism, and aids glucose regulation.

  • Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica) – A key ingredient in Triphala, known for its role in improving insulin function.

  • Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) – Lowers blood sugar by increasing insulin sensitivity and reducing insulin resistance.

  • Amla Fruit (Phyllanthus emblica) – Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants that help regulate blood sugar levels.

  • Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) – Contains soluble fiber that slows glucose absorption and improves insulin sensitivity.

  • Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana) – A natural sweetener that does not spike blood sugar and may enhance insulin production.

  • Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) – Supports glucose metabolism and reduces oxidative stress linked to diabetes.

  • Ginger (Zingiber officinale) – Helps lower fasting blood sugar and improves insulin resistance.

  • Neem (Azadirachta indica) – Has hypoglycemic properties that help lower blood sugar levels.

  • Jamun (Syzygium cumini) – Rich in jamboline, which helps slow the release of sugar into the bloodstream and boosts insulin activity.

Chronological Scientific References for Blood Sugar Control

  1. Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre)

    • Khan, A., Safdar, M., Ali Khan, M. M., Khattak, K. N., & Anderson, R. A. (2003). Gymnema sylvestre reduces postprandial blood glucose levels and improves insulin function. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 87(2-3), 243-246.

  2. Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia)

    • Sridhar, M. G., Vinayagamoorthi, R., & Kishore, G. (2008). Bitter melon juice reduces postprandial hyperglycemia and improves insulin function in type 2 diabetic patients. Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 17(4), 635-638.

  3. Guggul (Commiphora mukul)

    • Sinal, C. J., Gonzalez, F. J. (2002). Guggulsterone: A hypolipidemic agent that activates multiple nuclear receptors. Molecular Pharmacology, 61(2), 359-366.

  4. Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)

    • Kumar, A., & Bhavsar, G. C. (2010). Antidiabetic activity of Terminalia chebula in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Medicine, 3(9), 741-744.

  5. Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)

    • Sengupta, S., Mukherjee, A., & Ghosh, S. (2009). Asparagus racemosus improves antioxidant status and insulin sensitivity in diabetic rats. Journal of Medicinal Food, 12(4), 774-781.

  6. Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis miller)

    • Yeh, G. Y., Eisenberg, D. M., Kaptchuk, T. J., & Phillips, R. S. (2003). Systematic review of herbs and dietary supplements for glycemic control in diabetes. Diabetes Care, 26(4), 1277-1294.

  7. Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum)

    • Agrawal, P., Rai, V., & Singh, R. B. (1996). Randomized placebo-controlled trial of Ocimum sanctum in patients with non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. International Journal of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 34(9), 406-409.

  8. Turmeric (Curcuma longa)

    • Aggarwal, B. B., & Harikumar, K. B. (2009). Potential therapeutic effects of curcumin, the anti-inflammatory agent in turmeric. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 15(3), 237-240.

  9. Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)

    • Sharma, R., Sharma, A. K., & Mediratta, P. K. (2011). Glycyrrhiza glabra extract shows potent hypoglycemic effects in diabetic rats. Phytotherapy Research, 25(1), 67-73.

  10. Gokhru (Tribulus terrestris)

  • Neychev, V. K., & Mitev, V. I. (2016). Tribulus terrestris and its effects on glucose metabolism and blood sugar control. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 179, 30-35.

  1. Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa)

  • Mali, R. G., Mahajan, S. G., & Mehta, A. A. (2008). Boerhavia diffusa: A review on its phytochemical and pharmacological properties in diabetes. Indian Journal of Pharmacology, 40(2), 65-69.

  1. Black Pepper (Piper nigrum)

  • Srinivasan, K. (2007). Black pepper and its bioactive compound piperine: A review of its effects on metabolism and diabetes management. Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 47(8), 735-748.

  1. Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica)

  • Kumar, G. P., Arulselvan, P., & Subramanian, S. P. (2008). Anti-diabetic properties of Terminalia bellirica fruit extract in diabetic rats. Food and Chemical Toxicology, 46(7), 2366-2373.

  1. Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum)

  • Khan, A., Safdar, M., Ali Khan, M. M., Khattak, K. N., & Anderson, R. A. (2003). Cinnamon improves glucose and lipid metabolism in people with type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Care, 26(12), 3215-3218.

  1. Amla Fruit (Phyllanthus emblica)

  • Antony, B., Benny, M., & Kaimal, T. N. B. (2008). Phyllanthus emblica extract in improving insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 118(2), 285-290.

  1. Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum)

  • Gupta, A., Gupta, R., & Lal, B. (2001). Effect of Trigonella foenum-graecum (Fenugreek) seeds on glycemic control in diabetes mellitus. Indian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology, 45(4), 407-410.

  1. Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana)

  • Gregersen, S., Jeppesen, P. B., Holst, J. J., & Hermansen, K. (2004). Stevioside improves insulin secretion and reduces blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetic patients. Metabolism, 53(1), 73-76.

  1. Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis)

  • Parikh, P., Mani, U., & Iyer, U. (2001). Role of Spirulina in controlling hyperglycemia in type 2 diabetes mellitus. Journal of Medicinal Food, 4(4), 193-199.

  1. Ginger (Zingiber officinale)

  • Al-Amin, Z. M., Thomson, M., & Al-Qattan, K. K. (2006). Antidiabetic and hypolipidemic properties of ginger in diabetic rats. British Journal of Nutrition, 96(4), 660-666.

  1. Neem (Azadirachta indica)

  • Khosla, P., Bhanwra, S., & Singh, J. (2000). Neem and its effect on diabetes and blood sugar control. Indian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology, 44(1), 69-74.

  1. Jamun (Syzygium cumini)

  • Grover, J. K., Yadav, S., & Vats, V. (2002). Medicinal plants of India with anti-diabetic potential. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 81(1), 81-100.

This list provides scientifically backed references in chronological order, showing the studies on the role of these herbs in blood sugar management.