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Effects of Ladies’ Finger Water with Calorie Restriction on Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Author(s) Dr. Sowmya M, Dr. Sowjanya M, Dr. Poorinma.D, Dr. Vinay P, Dr. Sandesh M
Country India
Abstract BACKGROUND
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder1 characterized by elevated hyperglycemia, insulin resistance, and relative insulin deficiency2 which can lead to various health complications if left untreated. Dietary fibre plays a crucial role in the management and prevention of diabetes. 6, 7, 8 Ladies' fingers, also known as okra, are a widely cultivated vegetable that has been used in traditional medicine for its potential health benefits, including its effects on blood glucose regulation. This study aims to investigate the effect of ladies’ finger water on diabetes mellitus, specifically focusing on its impact on blood glucose levels and glycated haemoglobin A1c (HbA1C), a marker of long-term glucose control.
METHODOLOGY
A randomised controlled trial was conducted on 30 subjects aged 30-50 years over 3 months, with participants randomly assigned to 2 groups (15 per group) to evaluate the antidiabetic effects of ladies’ finger water. The intervention group received ladies’ finger water four times daily along with a calorie-restricted diet, while the control group followed only a calorie-restricted diet. Glycemic parameters, including glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c), fasting blood sugar (FBS), post-prandial blood sugar (PPBS), body weight, and body mass index (BMI), were assessed before and after the intervention period.
RESULTS After three months, the intervention group showed a greater reduction in HbA1c, FBS, and PPBS compared with the control group. Both groups exhibited reductions in weight and BMI; however, the decrease was more pronounced in the intervention group.
Conclusion: The study suggests that ladies’ finger water, when combined with a calorie-restricted diet, may help improve glycemic control in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus and may serve as a supportive dietary intervention in diabetes management and phenolic acids. Ladies' finger water with a calorie-restricted diet is more effective than just a calorie-restricted diet on HbA1C and blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetes mellitus subjects.
Keywords HbA1C (Glycated haemoglobin A1C), FBS (Fasting Blood Sugar), PPBS (Post Prandial Blood Sugar) and BMI (Body mass index).
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 8, Issue 5, September-October 2026
Published On 2026-09-20
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i05.88170
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