Melon Juice Proves Good For Type 2 Diabetes
Finally, a reason to take bitter melon juice for sweet results especially for the type 2 diabetes patients and also for those with the risk of the same disease. A team of researchers from China, have invented that melon juice contains some bioactive components that can activate enzyme AMPK, a protein well known for regulating fuel metabolism and enabling glucose uptake. By isolating the compounds believed to be therapeutic, doctors can treat the disease effectively, says Professor David James, Director of the Diabetes and Obesity Program in Garven. Exercise,researchers say, is a good way to prevent type 2 diabetes, and melon juice can preform the the role of exercise very well. Researchers also suggest melon juice as it is free from any side effects.
Researchers have elucidated the molecular structures of melon juice, to decipher the action at the molecular level. They have expressed hope for a better results.The researchers however, are working on other Chinese medicines too.
Source: Science Daily
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