02122nas a2200241 4500008004100000024000700041245011600048210006900164260001800233300001000251490000700261520136400268653001801632653001801650653002301668653002201691653002701713100002201740700001301762700002601775700001701801856006201818 2023 eng d a0200aExploring the Therapeutic Potential of Herbal Plants in Managing Blood Sugar Levels: A Comprehensive Evaluation0 aExploring the Therapeutic Potential of Herbal Plants in Managing cDecember 2023 a10-180 v163 a

Hyperglycemia, characterized by persistently high blood glucose levels due to insufficient insulin release or insulin resistance, is a major global health concern. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports a substantial increase in the number of diabetic patients, from 108 million in 1980 to 422 million in 2014, and further to 463 million in 2020. As a result, there has been a growing demand for medicinal plants to address this issue. Traditional medicine has long recognized and utilized various medicinal herbs with hypoglycemic properties. This review focuses on eight specific medicinal plants: Ficus religiosa (Moraceae), Syzygium cumini (Myrtaceae), Momordica charantia (Cucurbitaceae), Curcuma longa (Zingiberaceae), Ocimum tenuiflorum (Lamiaceae), Morinda citrifolia (Rubiaceae), Trigonella foenum-graecum Linn. (Fabaceae), and Peganum harmala (Zygophyllaceae), which have been found to play a significant role in managing hyperglycemia. The article explores the phytochemical constituents of these plants responsible for their hypoglycemic effects and elucidates their mechanisms of action. By providing a comprehensive review of these medicinal plants, this article offers valuable insights into their potential use for managing hyperglycemia.

10aHerbal plants10aHyperglycemia10aInsulin resistance10aPhytoconstituents10aTherapeutic potential.1 aKatrolia, Archita1 aPal, Ved1 aShukla, Vikesh, Kumar1 aSingh, Rohit uhttps://www.phcogres.com/article/2023/16/1/105530pres1612