TAPPING INTO BOTANICAL HEALTH: EXPLORING THE ANTIDIABETIC PROPERTIES OF SANSEVIERIA LIBERICA AND ITS ANTIHYPERGLYCEMIC AND ANTIOXIDANT EFFECTS

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus, characterized by hyperglycemia resulting from impaired insulin production or action, poses a significant global health burden. With an escalating prevalence projected to reach 629 million individuals by 2045, there is a pressing need for effective and affordable management strategies. This paper explores the potential of medicinal plants, traditionally used in ethnomedicine for diabetes management, as alternative therapeutic agents. Drawing upon insights from Maritim et al. (2003), Adebajo et al. (2013a,b), ADA (2014), and IDF (2017), the study underscores the limitations and challenges associated with conventional treatments, including high costs and adverse effects. Consequently, there has been growing interest in investigating the therapeutic properties of medicinal plants as potential adjuncts or alternatives to existing pharmacotherapies. Through a comprehensive review of literature, this research evaluates the efficacy and safety profiles of various medicinal plants utilized in ethnomedicine for diabetes management. By elucidating the mechanisms of action and bioactive compounds present in these plants, this study aims to provide insights into their potential role in glycemic control and diabetes prevention. Furthermore, the paper highlights the importance of integrating traditional knowledge with scientific evidence to inform evidence-based practice and drug discovery efforts in diabetes management.