Fig leaf tea and Diabetes.

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NoelG_123

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Posted 1476890187	Reply with quote #1

I am a Type 2 Diabetic. I'm not the bastion of self control at this point concerning my diet but I started drinking fig leaf tea in the evenings and for about a week now my morning numbers are down on average about 20 points. It's not scientific and my numbers were higher one morning as I'd eaten dinner very late one evening, but it seems to be working. Anyone else with a testimonial? Thanks. __________________ "A fig by any other name, is a Newton."

FiggyFrank

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Posted 1476892081	Reply with quote #2

That's great! I've seen articles supporting this. I'd be interested to see the results after a year. __________________ Frank zone 7a - VA

elin

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Posted 1476893370	Reply with quote #3

You might be on to something -a trial study is needed. 2 weeks with and two weeks without, Then make a chart and write down the values each morning. Maybe other members can suggest other trial regimens. __________________ Eli ,Israel ,Zone 10? Too humid and hot, yada yada yada https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1298814119 Growing: Sbayi, Hmadi, Black Portugal, Black Brazil,Excell, Flanders, Hmari , RDB, Niagra Black,Natalina, CDDN,Maya, Preto Torres, Preto Arge

rmulhero

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Posted 1476895616	Reply with quote #4

This is very interesting! I am currently working on a diabetes medical trial. If it works for you keep it up! __________________ Becky, zone 5 Growing: Hardy Chicago, VdB, Dessert King, Celeste, Green Ischia, Marseilles VS, Kathleen's Black, Red Sicilian, Adriatic JH, Violetta bayerfeinge, New Brunswick, Magnolia and Italian Honey. Wishlist: Sicilian Black JR, Petite Negra, Sweet George, Lattarula, Sals Corleone (Gene), Vasilika sika, Galicia negra, Dalmatie and any cold hardy fig.

Smyfigs

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Posted 1477056745 · Edited	Reply with quote #5

Ive read about some of the great benefits of fig leaves & figs. This is great, Noel! __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

Tonycm

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Posted 1477060389	Reply with quote #6

A member did an experiment with his friend with good results. I don't know all the the details but apparently drinking fig leaf tea is helping to lower his numbers. Whatever amount it is, even if it is only ten points lower I'm sure that is a great benefit. Maybe he will chime in with the details. __________________ Zone 6a Sarver, PA Wish list; Rafed's Genovese Nero

Sas

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Posted 1477062577 · Edited	Reply with quote #7

There seems to be talk that drinking fig leaf tea lowers diabetes. The way it's done is to soak 2 or 3 leaves in boiling water for 15 minutes to an hour then let cool and drink the tea preferably in the AM. Among other claims, it regulates women menstrual cycles and fights cancer. These claims are all over Youtube in multiple languages, but they don't quote any scientific research. Other claims: Drinking leaf tea before meals helps in losing weight as it make you feel full. It helps digestion and treats digestion problems including constipation. Reduces Cholesterol. Improves circulation. Treats infections of the lungs. Good for Arthritis. Treats skin sores. I've seen these claims made with other tree leaves. It should be interesting to hear from someone who actually tried this. __________________ Sas from North Austin TX Zone 8B Wish list: Becane

eboone

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Posted 1477066019	Reply with quote #8

First, I am a family physician with an interest in treating DM. When I first heard this claim, I tried to look up any research on the subject. There was only one paper published about a small clinical trial with a relatively small number of patients by some Spanish researchers. It was actually a crossover study and in each part of the trial the group drinking fig leaf tea had numbers that were a little lower. A bigger study would be needed to prove the claims, but it is interesting info. Second, this is less scientific. A good friend became diabetic 2 years ago and I discussed this with him. He started himself on a steady regimen of fig leaf tea (and some other herbal products and chromium supplements daily) and swears that checking his sugars before and after drinking the tea shows a consistent improvement in numbers. He is a RN who teaches in a nursing school, and I believe his personal testimony on the subject. He did drop a lot of weight and exercises now, but is on no meds and his sugars are now well controlled, A1c dropped from over 12 to under 7. He hates the taste of the tea but makes himself drink it because of the improvement. Professionally, I think losing the 80 lbs made the biggest difference, but cannot discount the effect of the fig leaf tea. I personally drink iced tea made from fig leaves and mint regularly but am not following my sugars. __________________ Ed Zone 6A - Southwest PA --------------------------- Short wish list: CDDG, LSU Red, Dark Greek (Navid), Col Littman's Black Cross. And any cold hardy early fig.

Sas

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Posted 1477066450	Reply with quote #9

Very helpful Ed. Thank You __________________ Sas from North Austin TX Zone 8B Wish list: Becane

Olga

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Posted 1477458249	Reply with quote #10

Hello! Many people know here I do have a leukemia and I grow figs, because I find out they could cure leukemia..But..My health got worst, not because of figs, but because of my work, so I have all symptoms of diabetes.. And feel myself real bad...So, I look all info.. And try pills what you can get in pharmacy or on Ebay Cinnamon plus Chromium, Biotin. Vitamins B 1, 2, 3, 6, 12, Magnesium, Zinc, Manganese, Iodine, Selenium, Copper, Molybdenum, L -Tyrosine, Schisandra powder, Ashwaganda root powder, Bladderwrack powder, Cayenne pepper, Kelp. Other pill have Calcium, Phosphorous, Potassium, Guggul GumOleo Resin Extract, L-Tyrosine, Phosphalidyl Choline.. I try those pills and in 3 weeks I real start feel better.. I add figs leaves and mulberry leaves when I boil all other herbs when I real feel myself bad and they seems helping..

Sas

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Posted 1477462822	Reply with quote #11

I'm a big believer in Bay leaves tea, That's why I'll always have a tree in my yard or in pot. It's the Mediterranean Bay leaf tree or Laurus nobilis (also used in cooking). The benefits are too many to list here. I've used it successfully for digestion problems, but don't know about the other claims. Those claims state that the tea is wonderful for fighting many ailments including cancer, diabetes, strokes, heart disease, just to name a few, but make sure that you have the right tree as some varieties of Bay leaf trees are toxic. " Bay leaves have been directly connected with improved insulin receptor function and regulated blood sugar levels. For patients at risk of developing diabetes or for those who have already developed the condition, regular consumption of bay leaves can significantly lower the chances of diabetic episodes." You could read a little about it here: https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/herbs-and-spices/bay-leaves.html __________________ Sas from North Austin TX Zone 8B Wish list: Becane

TheASTrader

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Posted 1477472608	Reply with quote #12

For those who don't think they can keep up a regimen of tea every day but are already in the habit of taking medicine each day, I would suggest fig leaf capsules. __________________ USDA Zone 10a & 8b Wish List: Bebera Branca, Ischia Black and as many else I can fit.

VeryNew2Figs

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Posted 1477481739	Reply with quote #13

TheASTrader: Your suggestion about capsules got me a little curious. Doing a very quick internet search I didn't see any fig leaf capsules, but I do see dried fig powder ( http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/322293706330?lpid=82&chn=ps&ul_noapp=true ) and I know you can buy empty capsules ( http://www.ebay.com/itm/empty-gelitan-capsulres-and-The-Capsule-machine-and-250-gel-capsuels-size-1-/191372855855?hash=item2c8eb60a2f:g:830AAOxy63FS5Bgh ) to make your own pills. With all the trees members have and a dehydrator, a lot of money could be saved doing it yourself. Now I'm curious about the benefits of a fig leaf tincture. You could always add a tincture to warm water to make a tea. Making your own tincture saves big $$$$$$. __________________ Cheryl Chicago, Zone 6a (That's what they say, but it still feels like 5) Growing: Hardy Chicago, Black Mission, Brunswick, Kadota, Ischia Green, Desert King, Osborne Prolific (slow but steady), Malta Black, Violette de Bordeaux, Texas Everbearing, Beall, White Adriatic, Nolo Pink Eyed Lady. Rooting: Ronde de Bordeaux, Celeste, Nero 600 m, Violetta Bayernfeing, Marseilles Black VS, Celeste.

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