I was unfamiliar with the concept of Ayurveda, but I believe that I have been exposed to its basic principles throughout my life because all of the conditions I have experienced are related to my environment. Malaria, a cold, and a fever are examples of this. Ayurveda makes the connection between our mind, body, and spirituality in terms of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. I understand the principles of Ayurveda in terms of the body and the environment, but I’m still confused about the link between our spirituality. I agree with Descartes's theory of dualism, which states that the mind can exist without the body and vice versa. That is why I do not believe our physical selves are linked to our spiritual selves. From a religious standpoint, it makes sense to me that there is a separation between the mind and the body that is not required for one another's existence. For a healthy spiritual life, Christians are urged to keep their bodies and souls separate. The Ayurvedic principle, on the other hand, is useful for studying chronic diseases such as diabetes.

Diabetes develops when the body accumulates an abnormally high level of glucose over time. It causes an imbalance in the body, particularly in the blood glucose content. There are two types: type I, which is caused by genetics and manifests itself at a young age, and type II, which manifests itself gradually and is mostly caused by environmental factors. I have noticed that type 2 diabetes fits perfectly with the Ayurvedic hypothesis because it is caused by a body imbalance and is influenced by the environment. 

From the metabolic pathways of diabetes 2, we can see that it affects multiple organs, such as the digestive organs, the muscles, and the brain. Type 2 diabetes causes an impairment of phagocytosis, which could lead to an incapacity for healing and fighting infection and can cause amputation after injuries. For example, insulin resistance causes positive feedback in the small intestine, increasing glucose absorption, which increases the amount of glucose in the bloodstream.

I was surprised to learn that Diabetes also affects the brain; it increases the sensibility of the hormone ghrelin produced by the brain, which increases appetite. Studies found a correlation between insulin resistance and a high ghrelin level, and they were looking at the inverse reaction to see if a lower effect of ghrelin would decrease insulin resistance. Hyperglycemia, on the other hand, raises the risk of stroke and cerebrovascular disease due to the formation of plaque on the arteries by LDL cholesterol, which rises due to the high level of glucose. Recent research into the effects of diabetes on cognition has shown that it can cause gray matter atrophy. Which is 

Diabetes is a common disease in developed countries. So it can be associated with the eating lifestyle and physical inactivity of populations. I’ve seen the hereditary predisposition to diabetes in my family, from my grandfather to my uncles. Diabetes is a condition that requires long-term treatments that have to be followed throughout life. To live with diabetes, an individual must adjust his glucose intake, exercise regularly, and avoid alcohol consumption. Due to my family history of diabetes, I see how difficult it is to live with diabetes 

We see that most conditions that are deadly involve the environment. For example, cerebrovascular diseases and diabetes are conditions where the risks can be lowered by the environment. Exercise is crucial for maintaining health and can reduce the symptoms of diabetes

Diabetes is also costly. The treatments for diabetes are costly to make, especially because they require synthesized hormones. This cost affects the government budget, which leaves less funds for other health issues such as cancer. Moreover, diabetes decreases the living conditions of patients, especially in underdeveloped countries where treatments are costly for the average population. Diabetes can lead to obesity, which is stigmatized in Western countries. Recent studies have also correlated diabetes with mental health. As mentioned before, high blood glucose increases activity in the brain, which can lead to the release of a higher level of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and create an imbalance of neurotransmitters over time.

Diabetes is a result of an imbalance in blood glucose levels. According to Ayurveda, this imbalance affects both the environment and the body. Therefore, ayurveda could be used as a treatment for ayurveda. Dietetic recommendations such as the Mediterranean diet, herbal prescriptions, and physical activity are all part of Ayurveda practice.

These principles of Ayurveda could help reduce the cost of diabetes for the government and patients. Because diabetes is a chronic disease, the symptoms can only be managed with regular treatments; thus, I believe Ayurveda is a good long-term treatment. Herbal treatments and a healthy diet have been shown in studies to lower the glycemic index of type 2 diabetes patients. 

Nonetheless, ayurvedic treatment for diabetes has limitations. In severe cases, such as type 1 diabetes, the patient requires insulin treatment; Ayeruuda can help, but medications are required. Furthermore, in my opinion, the aspect of the soul known as Purusha has nothing to do with diabetes. Diabetes is caused by environmental factors that affect our bodies' physiological functions. The only link between the mind and diabetes might be the stigma that diabetic patients face, which may affect their mental health and prevent them from treating their condition. This argument deals with emotions due to stigmatization. The soul is more than emotions produced by our brain in response to the environment. It is the innermost aspect of humans.