POLYHERBAL STRATEGY FOR GLYCEMIC CONTROL: REVIEW ON THE COMBINED ANTIDIABETIC EFFECTS OF "WATER AMARANTH AND DRAGON FRUIT

Diabetic Milletus is a metabolic disorder characterized by chronic hyperglycemia and associated complications. The exploration of plant based nutraceuticals has gained attention as supportive approach to diabetes management. Water Amaranth is a nutrient-dense leafy vegetable rich in dietary fiber, minerals and antioxidant phytochemicals, which may contribute to improved glycemic control by delaying carbohydrate absorption and enhancing insulin sensitivity. Dragon fruit pulp contains soluble fiber , polyphenols and betalains that help reduce postprandial glucose levels and oxidative stress. The combination of water amaranth and dragon fruit pulp offers synergistic antidiabetic potential due to their complementary nutritional and functional properties. This study highlights their role in glucose regulation and evaluates their suitability for nutraceuticals tablet formulaion.