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Holy basil, or Tulsi, is revered in Ayurveda for its ability to balance the body and mind.
Benefits:
- Reduces stress-induced blood sugar spikes
- Supports pancreatic health
- Encourages the immune system
- Comsume tulsi tea twice a day.
- Add fresh tulsi leaves to warm water with lemon for a morning detox drink.
✅ Tulsi is especially helpful for seniors coping with stress-related sugar imbalances or fatigue.
5. Curry Leaves – For Fat Burning & Sugar Balance
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Applied in Indian cooking for flavor, curry leaves are also a metabolic powerhouse.
Benefits:
- Promotes insulin activity
- Boosts fat metabolism
- Eases sugar cravings and improves digestion
How to use:
- Chew 8–10 fresh leaves daily on an empty stomach.
- Add to soups, rice, or tea for both taste and benefits.
6. Bay Leaves – More Than a Soup Ingredient
Bay leaves contain polyphenols and essential oils that support both heart and metabolic health.
Benefits:
- Lowers blood sugar and cholesterol
- Enhances insulin function
- Reduces oxidative stress
How to use:
- Simmer 2–3 bay leaves in hot water to make a simple tea.
- Drink once or twice daily.
7. Insulin Plant Leaves (Costus igneus) – Nature’s Glucose Controller
Benefits:
- Rapidly lowers blood glucose
- Reduces dependence on diabetes medication (when guided by a doctor)
- Encourages pancreas function
How to use:
- Chew 1–2 fresh leaves daily in the morning.
- Make a tea with dried insulin plant leaves.
8. Sage Leaves – The Fat & Sugar Fighter

Sage is not just a culinary herb and it’s also a potent medicinal leaf for those looking to burn fat and control blood sugar.
Benefits:
- Enhances insulin sensitivity
- Reduces inflammation in the gut and joints
- Supports fat loss and metabolism
How to use:
- Steep 1 tsp of dried sage in hot water for 5–7 minutes.
- Drink once daily, preferably after a meal.
9. Mulberry Leaves – The Craving Crusher
Benefits:
- Slows down carbohydrate absorption
- Helps prevent after-meal sugar spikes
- Reduces cravings for sweets
How to use:
- Drink mulberry leaf tea 30 minutes before a high-carb meal.
- Use powdered mulberry leaves in smoothies or
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