Controlling sugar is a difficult task for diabetic patients. Sometimes fasting sugar increases and sometimes the sugar level after fasting. If you are also troubled by rising blood sugar levels, then a simple spice 'fennel' present in the kitchen can prove beneficial for you.

Chewing just one teaspoon of fennel before sleeping at night can help in keeping the sugar level balanced and also provides many other health benefits.

Benefits of chewing fennel in diabetes before sleeping:

• Helpful in controlling sugar: For diabetic patients, chewing fennel before sleeping can help in controlling sugar. Fennel has antioxidant properties which are helpful in sugar metabolism. Apart from this, its phytochemicals help in increasing the production of insulin which helps in controlling blood sugar. In this way it helps in reducing sugar.

• Prevents the problem of constipation in diabetes: Chewing fennel in diabetes prevents the problem of constipation. Actually, constipation in diabetes increases sugar. In such a situation, fennel increases the metabolic rate of the stomach and accelerates the bowel movement. It works to add bulk to the stool, which makes bowel movement easier and provides relief from constipation.

• Prevents diabetic retinopathy: A handful of fennel seeds can do wonders for your eyes. It contains Vitamin A which is an essential vitamin for the eyes. Fennel seed extract also protects against glaucoma. Chewing fennel in diabetes helps in reducing the risk of retinopathy problem. So, for all these reasons you should eat and chew fennel in diabetes.

Disclaimer: (The tips suggested in this article are for general information only. Before starting any health-related fitness program or making any changes in your diet or taking any measures related to any disease, please consult your doctor.