🩸 What is Diabetes?

Diabetes is a chronic health condition where the body either doesn’t produce enough insulin or can’t use insulin properly. This leads to high blood sugar (glucose) levels, which can damage organs over time.

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🔍 Types of Diabetes:

1. Type 1 Diabetes

   • Autoimmune condition – body destroys insulin-producing cells

   • Usually appears in children or young adults

   • Requires daily insulin

2. Type 2 Diabetes

   • Most common type

   • Body becomes resistant to insulin or doesn’t produce enough

   • Linked to lifestyle, diet, obesity, genetics

   • Can often be controlled naturally in early stages

3. Gestational Diabetes

   • Occurs during pregnancy

   • Usually resolves after delivery but increases risk of Type 2 later

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⚠️ Common Symptoms:

• Frequent urination (especially at night)

• Excessive thirst

• Unusual hunger

• Fatigue

• Blurred vision

• Slow-healing wounds

• Tingling in hands/feet

• Unexplained weight loss (mostly in Type 1)

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🎯 How to Control Diabetes

✅ 1. Healthy Diet

• Focus on low-GI (glycemic index) foods that release sugar slowly:

  • Brown/red rice, whole grains, oats

  • Leafy greens, beans, lentils, bitter gourd

  • Fruits in moderation: guava, berries, papaya

• Avoid:

  • White rice, bread, sugary snacks/drinks

  • Fried foods and processed carbs

✅ 2. Physical Activity

• At least 30 minutes/day of walking, yoga, or light exercise

• Helps cells use insulin better and burn excess sugar

✅ 3. Weight Management

• Even small weight loss (5–10%) can improve blood sugar significantly

✅ 4. Stress Reduction

• Stress hormones raise blood sugar

• Practice deep breathing, meditation, prayer, or nature walks

✅ 5. Regular Blood Sugar Monitoring

• Track your fasting and post-meal sugar levels

• A1C blood test shows 3-month average sugar level

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💊 Treatment Options

• Type 1: Daily insulin + blood sugar monitoring

• Type 2: May start with lifestyle control, then oral medicine (e.g., metformin), and insulin if needed

• Regular follow-up with a doctor is essential

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🌿 Natural & Herbal Support:

• Karela (Bitter Gourd) – lowers blood sugar naturally

• Fenugreek Seeds – improves insulin sensitivity

• Curry Leaf Powder – supports sugar control and weight loss

• Heen Bovitiya – liver and sugar balance

• Thebu Leaves Powder – widely used in Sri Lanka for natural diabetes support

• Moringa Powder – rich in nutrients, supports sugar control

• Cinnamon – improves insulin function

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📊 Target Blood Sugar Ranges (General Guide):

Heenbovitiya Powder  – Ayla

Why for Blood sugar ?  Supports liver and pancreas function; helps regulate insulin and cleanse the blood.

Other benefits  –   Support Liver health (Cleanser), Removes fat from the blood & Controls blood sugar levels.

Gotukola Powder – Ayla

Why for Blood sugar ?   Enhances circulation and supports metabolic balance.

Other benefits –  Support Memory power &  Best for Children’s Growth 

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Natural Ayurvedic drink that supports brain function, memory, stress relief, skin healing, and helps kids growth. Rich in antioxidants and nutrients, it’s ideal for daily wellness and can be taken as a tea or added to food.

Curry Leaf Powder – Ayla

 Why for Blood sugar ?  Improves insulin sensitivity, supports digestion, and reduces sugar spikes.

Other benefits – Support Heart Health ( Boost HDL ), Helps Detoxifying the liver.

Thebu Leaves Powder – Ayla

Why for Blood sugar  ?  Well-known traditional remedy for diabetes; helps reduce sugar absorption in the blood.

Other benefits – Insulin Plant ( anti-diabetic ) & Help to increased insulin naturally.

Ashwagandha – Ayla

 Why for Blood sugar  ?  Balances cortisol and stress, which can reduce sugar spikes and cravings.

Other benefits – Stress reliever, help Sexual energy, support to relive Joint swelling and pain & Relax sleep.

Polpala Powder – Ayla

Why for Blood sugar  ?  Helps detox kidneys and blood, indirectly supporting sugar balance.

Other benefits – Help Kidney & Urinary Tract Health.

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Kohila Powder – Ayla

Why for Blood sugar ? High in fiber – slows down sugar absorption and supports digestive health.

Other benefits  – Help Hemorrhoids (Mulagginna / Mulaggaya) , Rich in Fiber, Calcium & Iron

Yakinaran Powder – Ayla

Why for Blood sugar ? Traditionally used in blood purification and detox — supportive for diabetic wellness.

Other benefits – Help Reduce LDL Cholesterol, breathing difficulties& Support immune strength.

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Powerful traditional herbal remedy used in Sri Lanka for a wide range of conditions—from colds and coughs to stress and digestive issues. It has antioxidant, antimicrobial, and calming properties that make it a valuable natural supplement.

Kalu Heenati Traditional Rice – Mom’s Garden

Why for Blood sugar ? Rich in antioxidants and fiber – regulates metabolism and supports liver/pancreas health.

Other benefits – Lactation Aid , antioxidants and iron & and blood purification

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Pachchaperumal Traditional Rice – Mom’s Garden

Why for Blood sugar ? High in protein and slow-release carbs – provides sustained energy without sugar spikes.

Other benefits – Support Mental Health

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Pachchaperumal rice is rich in B vitamins, supporting brain development and cognitive function.

Kuruluthuda Traditional Rice – Mom’s Garden

Why for Blood sugar ?  Low glycemic index, high in fiber and iron – stabilizes blood sugar.

Other benefits – High fiber.

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Kuruluthuda rice has a low glycemic index (25–30% lower than common rice), Rich in B vitamins for energy and magnesium for muscle function, mood, and overall vitality.