Kelp contains abundant organic iodine, which promotes insulin and corticosteroid secretion while enhancing glucose metabolism in the liver and muscle tissues, thereby lowering blood sugar.
Chinese Yam
Traditional Chinese medicine holds that "Chinese yam surpasses ginseng." It is believed to tonify the spleen, lungs, and kidneys while nourishing qi and yin. Modern medicine recognizes its high nutritional value, rich in amylase, fats, proteins, and various vitamins. It helps lower blood sugar and lipids, boost immunity, and combat aging.
Bitter Melon
Bitter melon possesses significant medicinal value. Chinese researchers have isolated insulin-like substance 23 from bitter melon, which exhibits pronounced hypoglycemic effects, making it an ideal food for diabetics. Additionally, it offers notable benefits for kidney health and diuresis.
Okra
A key characteristic of okra is its mucilage protein content, which helps protect the gastrointestinal tract and regulate blood sugar. Okra's blood sugar and lipid-lowering effects are well-documented. It also contains abundant soluble fiber that promotes digestion and intestinal motility while inhibiting cholesterol absorption, thereby reducing lipids and facilitating bowel movements—aiding in weight management.
Mulberry Leaves
Experts note that since ancient times, traditional Chinese medicine has clinically applied mulberry leaves as a herbal remedy for treating xiaoke syndrome (equivalent to modern diabetes). Modern practitioners also frequently incorporate mulberry leaves into compound formulas with consistent efficacy.Pharmacological studies confirm mulberry leaves inhibit blood sugar spikes, aiding in diabetes prevention and treatment. Systematic research by international scientists has revealed their rich composition of amino acids, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds. These components deliver multiple health benefits including lowering blood sugar, blood pressure, and lipids, while delaying aging.Drinking mulberry leaf tea enhances glucose tolerance, prevents hyperglycemia and diabetes; promotes insulin secretion and enhances insulin function, effectively regulating blood sugar; and benefits qi, nourishes yin, generates fluids, and quenches thirst.
Celery
Experts note that celery is a high-fiber food. A high-fiber diet improves glucose metabolism in diabetic cells, increases insulin receptor sensitivity to insulin, and lowers blood sugar levels, thereby reducing patients' insulin requirements.