Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a major public health issue. Insulin resistance and impairment of pancreatic insulin secretion are the main pathogenesis of the disease. Treatment of type 2 diabetes and its complications is usually complicated and costly if you are using orthodox medicine. However, herbal medicines have long been used as an alternative treatment for type 2 diabetes. Moringa oleifera (drumstick tree) is a medicinal plant that has been traditionally used in the management of diabetes. The leaf is the most commonly used plant part for therapeutic purposes. The main phytochemical compounds extracted from the leaves of Moringa include glucosinolates, flavonoids and phenolic acids that protect against chronic diseases, including diabetes mellitus. Maintaining glycemic control in diabetes and prediabetes is necessary to prevent many health complications and mortality. Although different hypoglycemic drugs are used for this purpose, there is still a growing interest in the use of medicinal plants due to their affordability, and fewer to no side effects. I have this plant physically growing in my residence. This is my number one medicinal plant.

What fun did you have in the garden this weekend? I taught a class on herbs & gut health and had a ball!

What is your favorite plant to grow?

Our first round table will be next wee, Tuesday 9/17 @ 7pm! The zoom link will go out tomorrow. This community is all about sharing knowledge and having fun! So, this round table will be about the herb or event that opened your eyes to the world of herbs.

Say hello to my little friend, Thyme!