Doum benefits for diabetics

Doum plant

A type of perennial date palm, cultivated in Upper Egypt, and it was frequently found in the tombs of the ancient Egyptians. It was called “Mama in Khant” by the Pharaohs, and it was known as “Al-Bahsh” in Saudi Arabia. Its fruits are solid, similar in size to an apple. It grows frequently in mountains and valleys, and on rocky slopes. The outer part of its fruit is distinguished by its softness, and it is the part that is eaten from it. As for its kernels, it is very hard and cannot be eaten.

Doom benefits

It is considered a plant rich in vitamins and mineral elements. it is used in the treatment of many diseases; As its fruits regulate blood pressure, and it is a natural reducer for cholesterol in the blood, so it benefits patients with heart and atherosclerosis, as it treats disorders of sexual ability in men, and is involved in the treatment of hemorrhoids, and some mouth ulcers, and it also treats some skin diseases, as it whitens teeth, and treats asthma. Hair grows in cases of baldness, treats infertility in women, and helps treat sunstroke

Multiple uses of doom

Doom enters many purposes of life; Duum leaves are used in making chains and ropes, and durum branches are used as wood for carpentry. Duum is used in dyeing, paints, plaster, and in the manufacture of toothpastes.

Doum benefits for diabetics

Diabetes is a high level of sugar in the blood as a result of a deficiency of the hormone insulin secreted by the pancreas gland, either partially or completely. This disease results from a deficiency or defect in the functions of the pancreas gland. Diabetes is considered a chronic disease. Through medical research in Egypt, it has been shown that some natural plants lower blood sugar, and among these plants: doum, juniper, Maryam's palm, and Samoa; As it has been shown through practical experiments that the sugar level decreases significantly after consuming one of these herbs, to reach its normal rate in a diabetic patient.

Doum juice preparation for diabetic patients

Doum juice has many benefits, as it is used to treat many daily problems. To get Doum juice, you must follow a set of steps:

• Doum is soaked in an amount of water for more than six hours, with stirring from time to time.
• It is preferable to put the soaked dom in the refrigerator, away from high temperatures.
• The infusion is heated over a fire for sterilization, taking into account that it does not reach a boil, so that it does not taste bitter.
• The soaked doum is cooled, filtered from the dregs, and then sweetened as desired. It must be eaten fresh, as it is highly perishable.