Jamun Honey

As children, we have all eaten Jamuns and we have relished its taste. But, did you know Jamun is extremely beneficial for diabetics? In 2011 a study conducted in Mangalore, Karnataka, revealed that consuming Jamun seed powder reduces fasting blood sugar levels.

But how is Jamun beneficial for diabetics? Let’s find out.

Jamun seeds contain jambosine and jamboline. These substances slow down the process of converting starch into sugar. Thus, the possibility of sudden shooting up of blood sugar levels is lesser when the starch in the food get metabolized.

Type 2 diabetics have low levels of insulin to affect blood glucose. This can be due to the fast degradation of the insulin that is produced. Jamun seeds ensure that enough insulin is present by either increasing its secretion or preventing its quicker degradation.

Our article ‘Honey and Diabetes: Can You Eat Honey If You Have Diabetes?’

on our blog, reveals the medicinal value of honey especially for diabetics. Now that we know that both Jamun and honey are beneficial for diabetic patients it won’t be surprising to know that Jamun honey is extremely useful for diabetics.