5. Curry Leaves – For Fat Burning & Sugar Balance
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
Nicknamed the “Insulin Plant”, this tropical plant lives up to its name with powerful blood sugar-lowering effects.
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
