Evidence supporting the use of: Salacia
For the body system: Pancreas Head

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Salacia is a genus of plants traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine, particularly for managing diabetes and metabolic disorders. Scientific interest in Salacia (notably Salacia reticulata and Salacia oblonga) has focused on its ability to modulate glucose metabolism, which is directly relevant to pancreatic function, especially insulin secretion and glucose homeostasis. Several in vitro and animal studies, as well as a few small clinical trials, have demonstrated that Salacia extracts can inhibit key enzymes involved in carbohydrate digestion, such as α-glucosidase and α-amylase. This leads to reduced postprandial blood glucose spikes, thereby decreasing the insulin demand on pancreatic beta cells. Some evidence also suggests Salacia may have protective effects on pancreatic tissue through antioxidant mechanisms, though this has been less extensively studied in humans. While traditional use supports its application in blood sugar management, the scientific data—though promising—are still limited in scale and quality, and larger, well-designed human trials are needed to confirm efficacy and mechanism. The current evidence justifies a moderate rating (3/5) for its support of pancreatic health, particularly in the context of glucose regulation.

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