Can people with diabetes drink celery seed steeped in boiling water?

I have had diabetes for several years and have consistently followed my doctor’s treatment plan and taken prescribed medications. Could you please advise what lifestyle and dietary measures are particularly effective for lowering blood glucose? Additionally, is it safe for people with diabetes to drink celery seed steeped in hot water?

Can people with diabetes drink celery seed steeped in hot water?

Yes, people with diabetes may consume celery seed steeped in hot water. Celery seed possesses numerous well-documented medicinal properties. Notably, its active compounds for lowering blood pressure and reducing blood lipid levels are approximately 50 times more concentrated than those found in celery stalks. Regular consumption over time can effectively reduce both blood pressure and serum lipids; long-term use is reportedly superior to many other traditional herbal remedies and carries no known adverse effects. Moreover, celery seed demonstrates marked efficacy in managing rheumatic fever, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and hyperuricemia. To prepare, simply place celery seeds in a cup and pour boiling water over them, then steep and drink.

Celery seed powder is a food product derived from ground, processed celery seeds. Its nutritional value exceeds that of whole celery, as it represents a highly concentrated extract. The hypotensive compounds in celery seed powder are over 50 times more potent than those in celery itself—thus, its overall nutritional profile and antihypertensive efficacy surpass those of celery. Short-term use helps lower blood pressure and blood lipid levels without side effects; long-term use may even contribute to longevity.

Individuals with diabetes should avoid sugar and sugary foods, limit intake of high-fat and high-cholesterol foods, consume adequate dietary fiber, and adopt a pattern of smaller, more frequent meals.