UnSEEDed Hero: Why Jamun Powder Deserves a Spot in Your Diabetes Arsenal

Jamun seed powder, once ignored in modern diets, is now a leading contender in the fight against diabetes. This age-old remedy, derived from the seeds of the Indian black plum (Syzygium cumini), is full of compounds that regulate blood sugar naturally and offer a wealth of health benefits.

 

Key Highlights:

 

•⁠  ⁠Control of Blood Sugar: Jamun seeds contain jamboline and jambosine, bioactive substances that inhibit the hydrolysis of starch to sugar and enhance the release of insulin, thereby assisting in controlling blood sugar.

 

•⁠  ⁠Clinical Evidence: Several trials demonstrate that jamun seed powder supplementation lowers fasting and postprandial blood glucose in type 2 diabetics, with a few trials demonstrating up to 30% decrease in fasting glucose after three months.

 

•⁠  ⁠Except for Diabetes: The powder has a high content of dietary fiber, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory substances that enhance digestive health, liver health, and immune function. It also regulates blood pressure and can enhance lipid profiles in diabetic individuals.

 

•⁠  ⁠Flexible and Safe: Jamun seed powder may be taken with warm water, plant milk, smoothies, or blended with food. Experts suggest moderation (about a teaspoon per day) and advise diabetics on medication to use it with caution and consult their doctor as excessive consumption may cause hypoglycemia.

 

•⁠  ⁠Affordable and Accessible: Its accessibility and affordability make it especially worth it for rural and low-income communities.

 

Prospects: Jamun seed powder is a natural, safe, and effective supplement for diabetes control. As awareness increases, it is bound to be a mainstream superfood with overall and metabolic health benefits.

 

Sources: Indian Express, Journal of Medicine and Surgery, Healthshots