Fasting Blood Sugar High - #20306

1. Madhumehakusumakar ras 1-0-1 before breakfast and dinner 2. Dnil 1-0-1 after breakfast and dinner 3. Diajith choornam 1 tsp with warm water at bed time.

Prescription: Dhatrinishadi Powder – ½ teaspoon with lukewarm water Pramehahar Yog – ½ teaspoon with lukewarm water Dhootpapeshwar Madhumeh Kusumakar Ras – 1 tablet, twice daily Chandraprabha Vati – 1 tablet, twice daily Lifestyle and Dietary Recommendations for Diabetes Management To achieve optimal results, dietary modifications are essential. Recommended Foods: Whole Grains & Millets: Incorporate millets such as foxtail, barnyard, kodo, and finger millet into your diet, as they help regulate blood sugar levels. Green Juices: Consume a juice blend of neem, bitter gourd (karela), turmeric, and cinnamon to support blood sugar control. Fruits & Sprouts: Start your day with natural, fiber-rich fruits (excluding high-sugar varieties) and include sprouts for breakfast. Protein & Fiber: Opt for legumes, beans, lentils, and seeds like chia, flaxseeds, and pumpkin seeds to maintain satiety and regulate glucose absorption. Healthy Fats: Include nuts like almonds, walnuts, and seeds (in moderation) to support metabolic health. Vegetables: Prioritize green leafy vegetables, bitter vegetables like bitter gourd, and fiber-rich vegetables such as bottle gourd, ridge gourd, and drumsticks. Foods to Avoid: Starchy vegetables such as potatoes and sweet potatoes High-sugar fruits like bananas, mangoes, and grapes Dairy products, especially full-fat milk and processed cheese Refined sugar, jaggery, and artificial sweeteners Processed and fried foods Lifestyle Modifications: To provide a more personalized dietary and treatment approach, please share details about your: Daily diet pattern Appetite and digestion Bowel movements Sleep quality Urine output and frequency

Managing high fasting blood sugar can be challenging, especially when current treatments don't seem to be working as expected. It’s crucial to address this with a comprehensive approach that looks beyond immediate symptoms to understand underlying issues. Your high fasting blood sugar and elevated c-peptide suggest insulin resistance, common in Type 2 diabetes. Let's look at ways Ayurveda can play a role in management. First, consider *Ahar (diet)*. Simple carbohydrate intake needs reduction, as they increase blood sugar levels. Introduce more fibrous foods like whole grains (brown rice, quinoa), vegetables, and legumes, which help in regulating sugar. Fenugreek is known for its glucose-lowering properties; try soaking seeds overnight and consuming them on an empty stomach with water, around 30 minutes before breakfast. Focus on your *Dinacharya* (daily routine) and *Vyayama* (exercise). Practicing physical activities like brisk walking or yoga for at least 30 minutes ensures better glucose metabolism. Yoga asanas like Trikonasana (Triangle Pose) and Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations) help in improving insulin sensitivity, but gradual introduction is important. Promote balance of *Agni* (digestive fire) by including spices like turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon in meals, aiding glucose control. Cinnamon, in particular, enhances insulin sensitivity. Herbal formulations can offer further support. Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), a potent anti-diabetic herb, may be brewed as tea. Similarly, look into using Gymnema sylvestre, known as “Madhunashini,” which helps in reducing sugar levels. However, these require consistent long-term use and a practitioner’s guidance due to potential interactions with other meds. Stress management, too, plays a role. Practices like *Pranayama* and meditation assist in reducing cortisol, a stress hormone affecting glucose levels negatively. Lastly, maintain regular monitoring of your sugar levels and consult an endocrinologist. Balancing modern medicine with traditional practices is vital, but neither should replace necessary medical evaluations. It's important to stay persistent and adaptive in treatment, as achieving balance can take varied approaches and time.