Volume : 12, Issue : 10, October – 2025

Title:

JAMUN A ANTI-DIABETIC HERBAL DRUG

Authors :

Vaishnavi P .Shinde*, Aditya Unhale, Dr.Swati P. Deshmukh

Abstract :

Jamun, scientifically known as Syzygium cumini, belongs to the family Myrtaceae. It is also referred to as Black Jamun. It is used in the treatment of type-II diabetes. Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by abnormally high blood glucose levels. Type-II diabetes is a condition that affects how the body processes blood sugar (glucose). Different parts of the jamun fruit, such as its seeds and roots, are utilized to treat type-II diabetes. The bioactive components present in these parts are rich in carbohydrates, protein, and other nutrients. These components exhibit various therapeutic effects including antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, cardioprotective, antiallergic, hepatoprotective, antiulcerogenic, antidiarrheal, and anti-hyperlipidemic properties. This review article emphasizes the anti-diabetic (type-II) activity of the jamun fruit. The extraction of jamun can be carried out using various methods. Among all its properties, the anti- diabetic effects are the most promising, and the seeds contain Jambosin. Therefore, in the current era, there is a need for scientific exploration to utilize this plant in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
Key words-Jamosine,anti-ulcer,anti-diabetic,Bio-active,Extraction

Cite This Article:

Please cite this article in press Vaishnavi Prakash Shinde et al., Jamun A Anti-Diabetic Herbal Drug, Indo Am. J. P. Sci, 2025; 12(10).

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