Dahlia for Diabetes? New Research Shows Promising Benefits

Do dahlia blossoms offer a potential for plant-based diabetes control? According to a 2023 study, the answer is yes!

Dahlia flower blooms have long been coveted in gardens across the globe for their array of colors and complex petal shapes and forms. Yet, recent research has uncovered a hidden potential within these blossoms—a discovery that could revolutionize blood sugar management for millions.

Scientists at the University of Otago in New Zealand recently published an exciting study that demonstrates dahlia flower extract may have antidiabetic properties by improving insulin function in the brain. This finding offers hope for people grappling with diabetes and prediabetes,offering the potential of a natural alternative to conventional interventions.

Central to this breakthrough is butein, a molecule found in dahlia petals that is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties. Researchers investigated whether controlling inflammation with butein might influence blood sugar levels.

In 2015, researchers conducted preclinical trials that demonstrated the efficacy of a dahlia extract containing butein, isoliquiritigenin, and sulfuretin. These compounds exhibited the ability to reduce brain inflammation  - and improve blood sugar regulation -  in mice.

According to Alexander Tups, a study author, "This specifically blocked brain inflammation and improved blood sugar regulation in preclinical trials."

Encouraged by these initial findings, researchers proceeded to conduct a randomized controlled cross-over clinical trial on 13 participants with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. The results? Dahlia extract considerably improved blood sugar regulation.

Beyond its potential in blood sugar management, the dahlia extract shows promise in improving brain function, offering potential therapeutic benefits for conditions such as chronic fatigue syndrome.

Organic dahlia petals and tubers offer a wealth of medicinal properties, from their antibiotic effects to their nutrient-rich composition, including vitamin B6, potassium, riboflavin, manganese, and copper.

Here at LeeHouse, we've been fascinated by the potential health benefits of Dahlia for several years. The publication of this study only confirmed what we'd witnessed anecdotally and been hearing from our customers. Our small-batch dahlia extract is sourced from locally farmed organic dahlias and extracted using traditional herbalist techniques that capture all of the botanical nutrients of this remarkable flower.

As the scientific community continues to explore the potential of the healing power of dahlias, we are excited for the opportunity to share natural, affordable wellness support.