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Historical or traditional herbal use:Gymnema
The leaves of Gymnema sylvestre have been used for centuries in the traditional Indian System of Ayurvedic medicine. Gymnema has been used in India for the treatment of diabetes for over 2,000 years. The leaves were also used for stomach ailments, constipation, water retention, and liver disease.
The term "destroyer of sugar" is traditionally used for Gymnema because chewing the leaves will abolish the taste of sweetness.
Gymnema sylvestre has been used for thousands of years and has proven over time to be a non-toxic remedy. It is used for many conditions including diabetes, digestion, urinary tract problems, obesity, hypoglycemia, allergies, anemia, cholesterol and hyperactivity.
The leaves are also noted for lowering serum cholesterol and triglycerides. While studies have shown that a water-soluble acidic fraction of the leaves provides hypoglycemic actions, the specific constituent responsible for this action has not been clearly identified. Some researchers have suggested gymnemic acid as one possible candidate. However, further research is needed to clearly determine which constituent is responsible for this effect. Gurmarin, another constituent of the leaves, and gymnemic acid have been shown to block the ability in humans to taste sweets.
Research has confirmed that the active ingredient, gymnemic acid, blocks the taste of sugar as well as blocking sugar's absorption by the body.
A study published in 1986 suggests that the extract of gymnema can significantly increase liver and pancreatic function. This is promising for diabetes, obesity, hypoglycemia, allergies, anemia and osteoporosis.
Some of the most promising studies have shown that gymnema reduces blood sugar levels after the consumption of the extract. This may help to reduce the amount of insulin needed by diabetics.
Stabilizes blood sugar levels:
Is an herb that reduces blood sugar levels after sugar consumption.
Can block absorption of up to 50% of dietary sugar calories.
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