Understanding Diabetes in An Ayurvedic Approach
Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by high blood glucose levels associated with other manifestations resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. It resembles “Prameha” in Ayurveda. The Sanskrit root word “Meha” literally means ‘to micturate’ (urination). It is prefixed by ‘Pra’, meaning excess. The main characteristic feature of the disease “Premeha” is excessive frequent urination. As far as the Ayurvedic system is concerned, understanding the disease and how it can cure chronic and unresolved...