Ayurveda’s Role in Managing Diabetes: A Case Study

Diabetes is also known as Diabetes mellitus (DM) which is characterised by high blood sugar levels over a long period. The raised level of Blood Glucose leads to frequent urination. This may occur when the pancreas is unable to produce the proper level of insulin or the inability of body cells to absorb the glucose properly. Insulin regulates the level of glucose in the bloodstream, so its deficiency leads to a rise in the glucose levels in the bloodstream. The condition of Diabetes may lead to various complications if it is not managed properly. A 50-year-old male patient presented with complaints of frequent urination, increased thirst and hunger. The clinical findings and symptoms of the patient are related to Type 2 Diabetes. Diabetes is correlated to Madhumeha in Ayurveda. The patient was given Dia-Beta Plus capsules, Karela capsules, Madhumehantak churna, Fenugreek capsules and Diaplan tea. After 2 months, the patient feels some relief in his symptoms. The random sugar levels of the patient decreased from 240 mg/dL to 130 mg/dL. After the complete course of Ayurveda medication, the blood sugar level of the patient was managed effectively.