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    Diabetes: Exploring the Intersection of Metabolic Disorders, Lifestyle Factors and Herbal Remedies: A Review

    Shweta Bhandari1★, Rahul Trivedi1, Rajesh A. Maheshwari1, Swetaba Besh1, Maitri Mahant1, Sapana Patil1, Vishal Garg2, Ram Singh3★ Corresponding author

    1. 1Department of Pharmacy, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Piparia, Vadodara, Gujarat, INDIA.
    2. 2Department of Pharmaceutics, Jaipur School of Pharmacy, Maharaj Vinayak Global University, Jaipur, Rajasthan, INDIA.
    3. 3Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Hans College of Pharmacy, Paota, Jaipur, Rajasthan, INDIA.

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    Shweta Bhandari

    Department of Pharmacy, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Piparia, Vadodara-391760, Gujarat, INDIA.

    bhandarishweta257@gmail.com

    Received: 23-09-2024; Revised: 25-10-10; Accepted: 03-12-2024.

    Volume 17, Issue 1 · pp. 11–17 · PUBLISHED 2025 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20251951

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    ABSTRACT

    A chronic metabolic disorder, Diabetes mellitus significantly poses a health challenge globally. The escalating prevalence of diabetes, coupled with concerns regarding the side effects of conventional antidiabetic drugs, has spurred increased interest in exploring alternative therapeutic approaches. Herbal medicines, deeply rooted in traditional healing practices, have emerged as promising candidates for managing diabetes. The objective of this review is to optimise the current scientific literature on herbal medicines employed as antidiabetic agents. The review encompasses an in-depth analysis of diverse medicinal plants which have potential for management of T2DM. The potential of these herbal remedies in improving insulin sensitivity, modulating glucose metabolism and mitigating diabetes-related complications are established. Furthermore, the review critically examines clinical studies evaluating the potency and safe usage of herbal medicines in diabetic populations. Emphasis is placed on highlighting the need for further research and addressing challenges associated with standardization and quality check of herbal preparation. The integration of herbal medicines into mainstream diabetes care is explored, considering the potential for synergistic use with conventional therapies. In nutshell; this review consolidates existing knowledge, sheds light on promising avenues for future research and emphasizes the significance of herbal medicines in the quest for effective, safe and sustainable antidiabetic interventions. The wealth of traditional wisdom encapsulated in these natural remedies presents a valuable resource in the pursuit of novel therapeutic strategies for diabetes management.

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      Bhandari, S., Trivedi, R., Maheshwari, R. A., Besh, S., Mahant, M., Patil, S., Garg, V., & Singh, R. (2025). Diabetes: Exploring the Intersection of Metabolic Disorders, Lifestyle Factors and Herbal Remedies: A Review. Pharmacognosy Research, 17(1), 11–17. https://doi.org/10.5530/pres.20251951