Diabetes affects how the body processes glucose, uses energy, and maintains stable blood sugar. Ayurveda looks at diabetes as a metabolic imbalance that can be influenced by weak digestion, sluggish metabolism, excess heaviness in the body, known in Ayurveda as Kapha, and ama, the sticky residue of incomplete digestion.
The Raj’s approach to diabetes focuses on supporting steadier blood sugar patterns by strengthening digestion and helping reduce the metabolic heaviness that can interfere with healthy energy regulation. Your program may emphasize balancing meals, daily routines that support more stable energy, therapies that help clear accumulated ama, and guidance to support digestion, elimination, and metabolic strength.
In this context, Panchakarma is used to support a lighter, clearer metabolic state. By helping reduce ama and the heaviness associated with Kapha imbalance, the program supports healthier digestion, steadier energy after meals, and a more balanced foundation for glucose metabolism.
True healing begins when the body is given the space and guidance to reset. At The Raj, our personalized Panchakarma programs work at the root cause, helping restore balance, vitality, and lasting wellbeing through Ayurveda’s time-honored healing practices.
From Treating Diabetes to Becoming the Patient
After nearly twenty years in medical practice, Dr. Michael Borger was diagnosed with Type II diabetes and extremely high blood sugar after years of increasing weight.
“As a physician, I have treated hundreds of patients with diabetes. But when I became the patient, I found out that, like everyone else, I reacted emotionally. I was scared.”
Dr. Borger knew from experience that diet, medicine, and exercise could only help so much. “For me, it was not enough to significantly lower my blood sugar.” He booked a three-day evaluation and treatment program at The Raj.
Seven months later, he reported losing 60 pounds, no longer taking the Glucophage prescribed at diagnosis, and having normal laboratory studies, including short- and long-term measures of blood sugar.
“I can’t remember the last time I looked or felt so good. The help that I received at The Raj made it possible for me to regain my health. For this I will always be grateful.”
Dr. Michael Borger
Physician · Nappanee, Indiana
Fasting Blood Sugar Dropped 93 Points During a 21-Day Program
A 55-year-old man came to The Raj for a 21-day Maharishi Ayurveda program for Type II diabetes. At admission, he was taking medication to manage the condition, but his blood sugar remained poorly controlled.
During the month before his stay, his daily fasting blood sugar averaged 212. During the 21-day program, his diabetes medication was tapered to approximately half of his original dose.
Despite the reduction in medication, his fasting blood sugar averaged 118.7 over the final 12 days of treatment, a 93-point decrease from admission. His weight also decreased from 147 to 144 pounds.
Five months after the program, his hemoglobin A1C, a measure of longer-term blood sugar control, was 7.4, compared with 8.4 just before admission. His medication remained at half of his pre-admission dose.
55-year-old male guest
21-Day Maharishi Ayurveda Program
The Raj’s Ayurvedic approach focuses on supporting overall metabolic health by addressing underlying imbalances through personalized consultations, nutrition, lifestyle guidance, Ayurvedic therapies, and wellness practices tailored to the individual.
Ayurveda recognizes that dosha imbalances may influence metabolism, digestion, energy levels, and overall health. Understanding these imbalances helps guide personalized recommendations and treatment plans.
Diet plays a central role in Ayurveda. Personalized nutritional recommendations are often used to support digestion, metabolism, energy balance, and overall wellness.
Ayurveda views diabetes as the result of underlying imbalances that may affect metabolism, digestion, lifestyle habits, and overall body function. Treatment focuses on identifying and addressing these contributing factors.
Ayurveda offers a personalized approach that may help support healthy lifestyle habits, metabolic wellness, energy levels, and overall well-being as part of a comprehensive health plan.
Panchakarma is Ayurveda’s traditional cleansing and rejuvenation program designed to help restore balance, support healthy body function, and promote overall well-being.
Individual results vary, but many guests report improvements in energy, overall wellness, healthier lifestyle habits, and greater confidence in managing their health through personalized Ayurvedic recommendations.
