Diabetes, Hypertension and Metabolic Syndrome

Alternative and Herbal Medicine in Diabetes

Herbal Medicines, also known as phytomedicines, have been utilized for health and restorative purposes for a long period of time. Plant sources like aloe vera, cardamom, bilberry extract, bitter melon, fenugreek, ginger, okra, garlic, Bauhinia forficata, ivy gourd, ginseng have shown anti-diabetic properties. Many herbal supplements are sold as tablets, capsules, powders, teas, extracts, and fresh or dry plants.