Aloe vera and Diabetes (type 2)

Diabetes mellitus is a medical disorder characterized by varying or persistent hyperglycemia (elevated blood sugar levels), especially after eating. Hyperglycemia itself can lead to dehydration and ketoacidosis. Longer-term complications include cardiovascular disease (doubled risk), chronic renal failure, retinal damage with eventual blindness, nerve damage, etc.

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Aloe vera and Diabetes (type 2)

Diabetes :: Aloe vera and Diabetes (type 2)

Laboratory studies show that aloe can stimulate insulin release from the pancreas and can lower blood glucose levels in mice.

Results from two poorly conducted human trials suggest that oral aloe gel may be effective in lowering blood glucose levels, although a third, smaller study found no effect.

More research is needed to explore the effectiveness and safety of aloe in diabetics.

(Published at www.spiritindia.com on Sunday, April 9, 2006)
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