Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of
Matricaria Chamomilla and
Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis
Against Diabetes Mellitus
Zaema Yasin1, Moazzam Rafiq Khan1, *, Muhammad
Asim Shabbir1* and Beenish Israr2
1National
Institute of Food Science and Technology, University of Agriculture,
Faisalabad, Pakistan. 2Institute of Home Sciences,
University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan
Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disease and a major global health concern,
characterized by consistently elevated blood glucose levels. Although various
treatments are available, they come with certain limitations and side effects.
Consequently, herbal alternatives have gained interest for their potential
effectiveness in managing diabetes. Chamomile and hibiscus are two herbs known
for their health benefits. The study aimed to examine the effects of these herbs
both individually, and in combination, on blood glucose levels. Four varieties
of value-added peach drinks were developed by incorporating ethanolic extracts
of both herbs. In vivo, the
administration of chamomile and hibiscus extracts-based drinks was carried out.
The study was divided into six groups:
G0 (Negative control),
G1 (Positive control),
G2 (Chamomile added peach
drink), G3 (Hibiscus
added peach drink), G4 (Chamomile and Hibiscus added peach
drink), and G5 (Hyperglycemic rats+ metformin). It was observed that
the treatments had a significant impact on all biomarkers by bringing them to
normal range, particularly in the combined chamomile and hibiscus treated group.
There was an increase in serum insulin and HDL levels along with a decrease in
FBG, RBG, and other lipid profile markers such as LDL, TC, and, TG. Normal
levels of liver and kidney biomarkers are used as indicators for assessing the
safety of chamomile and hibiscus-based drinks. The results of the current study
suggest that both chamomile and hibiscus have antidiabetic properties, and their
combination had superior outcomes, comparable to the standard drug (metformin).
Therefore, these herbs could serve as healthier and more accessible
alternatives for managing diabetes, particularly in regions where conventional
medicine may not be readily available.
To Cite This Article:
Yasin Z, Khan MR, Shabbir MA and Israr B, 2025. Exploring the Therapeutic
Potential of Matricaria Chamomilla
and Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Against
Diabetes Mellitus. Pak Vet J. http://dx.doi.org/10.29261/pakvetj/2025.146