Plants with Anti-Diabetes Mellitus Properties

<p>The incidence and severity of diabetes mellitus is increasing worldwide presenting a significant burden to society both in economic terms and overall well-being. Fortunately time-tested anti-diabetes mellitus plant foods exist that are safe and could be effective in addressing this condition when consumed judiciously with a concomitant change in lifestyle.</p><p>Plants with Anti-Diabetes Mellitus Properties presents an exhaustive compilation of the anti-diabetes mellitus activities of more than 1000 plants occurring worldwide. The author provides a brief botanical description distribution pharmacological properties and phytochemicals where appropriate. A list of traditional medicinal plants used to treat diabetes but not tested for anti-diabetic activity is also given.</p><p></p><p>This unique reference highlights anti-diabetes mellitus plant foods along with a list of the edible parts of plants with anti-diabetes mellitus properties. Anti-diabetes mellitus nutraceuticals are described with guidelines for the development of food supplements and formulations of diets appropriate for diabetic patients. This is a valuable source of information for researchers students doctors diabetic patients and other individuals wanting to learn more about plant-based treatments for diabetes mellitus. </p>