| By the desk of Dr. Nikhat Choudhary |
Introduction
Diabetes is a common disease that a homeopath often deals with during the practice. Diabetes is a long-term metabolic condition with elevated blood sugar levels as the primary sign. It happens when the body does not have the insulin it needs to produce and use in the right way, a hormone that regulates blood sugar.
World Epidemiology
From all around the globe, people diagnosed with diabetes have become a serious issue. As per the World Health Organization, the range of people with diabetes has increased from 108 million in 1980 to 422 million in 2014. This number is anticipated to be reached even higher in forthcoming years.
Indian Epidemiology
The scenario of diabetes in India is too intense like the one of an epidemic. According to the International Diabetes Federation, 77 million Indians suffered from diabetes in 2019. The number is expected to increase to 134 million by 2045 if the current situation persists.
Causes
Type 2 diabetes appears due to:
Data from family
Excessive weight
Insufficient exercise
Bad diet
Old age (the risk intensifies with age)
Autoimmune conditions (for Type 1 diabetes)
Symptoms
The most common symptoms of diabetes include:
Desire to drink more and pee often
Unexplained loss of weight
Tiredness
Blurred vision
Slow-healing wounds
Recurrences of infections
Complications
Untreated diabetes can develop to several side effects:
Cardiovascular diseases
Kidney damage (nephropathy)
Eye damage (retinopathy)
Nerve damage (neuropathy)
Foot problems
Skin conditions
Diagnosis
Diabetes is usually identified by blood checks that gauge the concentration of blood glucose. The tests are as follows:
Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG) test
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT)
Glycated Hemoglobin (HbA1C) test
Side Effects of Conventional Medicines
Conventional medicines play a role in diabetes management but movement can lead to side effects such as:
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
Weight gain
Gastrointestinal issues
Liver problems
Increased risk of infections
Advantages of Using Homeopathy
Be that as it may, the use of homeopathy in diabetes treatment has been seen as extremely beneficial in my practice:
It looks at the root issue in a holistic way.
The side effects are usually minimal or none in some cases.
Various methods of intervention are available.
Patient-tailored plans are a great idea
The potential to reduce drug dependence on conventional medication is also present
Homeopathic Medicines for Diabetes
Here is a list of 5 homeopathic medicines commonly used for diabetes:
Uranium Nitricum: Useful for excessive thirst, frequent urination, and sugar in urine.
Syzygium Jambolanum: Helps reduce blood sugar levels and excessive thirst.
Phosphoric Acid: Helpful for weakness, fatigue, and nervous exhaustion associated with diabetes.
Gymnema Sylvestre: Aids in reducing sugar cravings and if used together with insulin it increases its production in the pancreas.
Cephalandra Indica: Facilitates in controlling blood sugar levels and thus reduces thirst.
10 Common FAQs Related to Diabetes and Homeopathy
1. Can homeopathy cure diabetes?
YES, Homeopathy can be very effective in the control of the given disorder.
2. Is homeopathy safe for diabetic patients?
Yes, homeopathy is generally safe for diabetic patients. As a homeopath, I have found that homeopathic remedies have minimal to no side effects, which make them a good choice in the long term for the management of diabetes.
3. Can homeopathy replace conventional diabetes medications?
yes. In my very own experience, it can be seen that it supports ordinarily prescribed therapies as well as a consequence might potentially lessen the number of allopathic drugs over time.
4. How long does it take to see results with homeopathic treatment for diabetes?
The period of time at which change is noticed in the patient varies from person to person. In my case, most of the patients have felt the symptoms got lower and the sugar levels normal within a span of some weeks while there are others they spread over a few months.
5. Can homeopathy help with diabetes-related complications?
Yes, homeopathy may assist in the control of diabetes-related complications. Among many of the people to whom I personally directed myself, I prescribed homeopathic remedies that reduced the deterioration of the nerves, helped the skin to heal itself, and minimized infections that had become too frequent.
6. Are there any dietary restrictions while undergoing homeopathic treatment for diabetes?
Nevertheless, homeopathy does not prescribe strict dietary restrictions, it is always good advice to have a nutritionally balanced and diabetes-friendly diet. This is an approach that is usually followed together with the homeopathic treatment and it is also a way to control the condition more.
7. Can homeopathy help prevent diabetes in high-risk individuals?
To my knowledge, the application of homeopathy in dietetic preventive care for high-risk individuals can be successful. Healed remedies may be of aid in balancing the metabolic rate of the body to, indirectly, decrease the likelihood of diabetes development.
8. How does homeopathy address the emotional aspects of living with diabetes?
The golden rule with homeopathic treatments should be to treat in a holistic way or integrate physical and mental levels. With prescription of these remedies, my aim is not only to cure bodily symptoms but also to manage emotions such as anxiety, stress, and the fear of living with diabetes.
9. Is homeopathic treatment for diabetes suitable for children?
Yes, one can easily cure juvenile diabetes by using homeopathic means. In my experience, children, if at all, respond fairly positively to the homeopathic substances which release sugar and high rates as well as the general health of the children.
10. Can homeopathy help with weight management in diabetic patients?
For sure. Many of my diabetics have been successfully treated by homeopathic therapy that additionally manages body fat. Certain remedies can regulate the changes in a person's metabolism and reduce cravings which are very important in maintaining desirable weight with diabetes.