Type 2 diabetes - The effect of the medicinal herbal sumac on blood sugar levels

Type 2 diabetes - The effect of the medicinal herbal sumac on blood sugar levels

Sumac is used as a medicinal herb in traditional medicine. Researchers from the Iran University of Medical Science in Tehran and several other research centers in Iran and the United States examined the effects of this medicinal herb on type 2 diabetes.

Your study, about which in theIran Journal of Pharmacology ResearchIn autumn 2014, 41 participants were diagnosed with type 2 diabetes...

• 22 participants received 3 grams of sumac powder per day, while the other

• 19 received placebo for 3 months.

It was found that blood sugar levels and HbA1c decreased in the sumac group while they remained the same in the placebo group.

From these results, it was concluded that sumac herb could potentially lower blood sugar in many people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.

Edible sumac is a different species than the weed that causes an itchy rash. Edible sumac berries are known for their tart, fruity taste. Their red color gives foods a bright appearance. According to Nancy Guppy, Registered Dietitian, sumac's tart flavor comes from vitamin C.

Try making a chickpea salad using a recipe from the website thekitchn.com. You will need chickpeas, garlic cloves, black pepper, red onion, sumac, chili powder, Italian parsley, lemon, olive oil, pomegranate molasses, and sprigs of fresh mint. Or make a tofu and vegetable dish using a recipe from KBlog.LunchBoxBunch.com. You will need broccoli florets, oyster mushrooms, safflower oil, firm tofu, sumac, tamari, chopped ginger, chili powder and (sugar-free) maple syrup.

From alfez.com/moroccan_lebanese_cuisine/recipes/middle-eastern/middle-eastern-vegetarian-recipes/sumac-fattoush.html There is a recipe for a traditional fattoush salad with olive oil, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red pepper, radishes, onions, parsley leaves, mint, lemon juice and sumac.

Sumac powder can be found in the spice aisle of many grocery stores and in most Middle Eastern stores. Several sources also offer it online.

Edible sumac is drought-resistant and grows in all 48 contiguous states of the United States. It can be grown both as an ornamental plant and for its fruits. Many people look for edible sumac, which is easily distinguishable from the poisonous types that produce white or yellow berries in contrast to the purple berries on edible plants. Pink lemonade can be made from the berries. Pick a few clusters of berries and place them in cool, not hot, water. Allow the berries to soak until the water turns pink. This can take 20 minutes to 2 hours. Add sweetener and enjoy.