It is a disease that has no cure. It is a condition where the body is unable to produce insulin or is unable to utilize the hormone once it has been produced. Insulin is the hormone that converts carbohydrates and sugar into energy, and hence those diagnosed with diabetes are low on energy. The disease can be life threatening and cause strokes, blindness and nerve damage.

While in most cases patients are asked to get regular insulin shots and watch their sugar and carbohydrate intake, there are a few herbs that also help to relieve the symptoms of the disease and help to have better health.

While research has not been able to prove that the herbs are able to cure the condition completely, they definitely are able to deal with the symptoms to cause relief and reduce the stress caused by them.

Take the example of fenugreek seeds; these are known to help to lower the blood sugar levels drastically. Simply brew a handful of the seeds in water and add a hint of honey to it. Drink it at room temperature twice daily to lower your sugar levels. Within a few weeks you will see your sugar count drop for good.

Ginseng that can be added to your cup of tea also is known to have curative properties for diabetics. It will reduce your blood sugar levels and help to energize you instantly.

Mango leaves are known to be an effective cure in diabetes as well. Simply soak the leaves of the mango plant overnight in a cup of water and in the morning squeeze them in the water. Drain the leaves out and drink the water. This helps to relieve the signs of diabetes. In another method the leaves are dried and ground to a powder and mixed with water and consumed twice a day.

Indian gooseberry is a fabulous source of vitamin C. When the powder of the fruit is mixed with bitter gourd powder in a glass of water and consumed daily it will help to keep your diabetes in check.

Doctors do not recommend the use of herbs without medication in the cure of diabetes, however herbalists state that the herbs itself are helpful as they are natural products