AKA: Gurmar, gurmarbooti Parts Used: leaves Active Compounds: Gymnemic acid, Glucose, Parabin
Background: Gymnema has been used since the 1920's to help fight blood sugar rises for diabetics. Gymnema is known to help raise the level of insulin in the blood. Insulin helps the body to control sugar, thereby lowering blood sugar.
There's some evidence that gymnema also helps to curb sugar cravings. It also makes it difficult to taste sweetness after one chews the leaves. This makes it desirable for people who are looking to lower their sugar intake.
It is thought that gymnema works so well because gymnema molecules very closely resemble sugar molecules. They may help to block some of the receptors that sugar would normally bind to.
Applications: Controlling Blood Sugar
Gymnema is primarily used by people with diabetes to help lower blood sugar.
Blood Sugar: Gymnema helps to raise the level of insulin in the blood and lower blood sugar levels.
Appetite control: Gymnema helps to reduce the cravings for sugar that many people have.
Description: Gymnema is a tall, woody plant that is native to India. It typically grows in rainforest regions of the country.
Dosage:
As a tea, infuse 2-4 grams of leaves with one cup water.
Gymnema can be taken in capsule form as well. Follow the instructions on the manufacturer's label.
Safety: It's important to monitor blood sugar while taking gymnema. Gymnema should not be taken as a substitute for prescription drugs for diabetes. Pregnant and nursing women should not take gymnema unless supervised by a physician. Consult your health care provider before beginning use of any herb.
For educational purposes only This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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