Gymnema sylvestre, commonly known as Gymnema, gurmar, Australian cowplant and Periploca of the wo...
Gymnema sylvestre, commonly known as Gymnema, gurmar, Australian cowplant and Periploca of the woods, is an evergreen climbing plant in the family Apocynaceae and is native to India but is also found in Africa and Australia.
Parts Used: Leaf
Certified Organic
Country of Origin: India
Uses and Benefits:
- Blood sugar balance
- Healthy cholesterol levels
- Weight management
- Heart health
- Inflammation
Gymnema is the source of:
- Tannins
- Saponins
- Gymnemic acid
- Tartaric acid
- Glucose
- Betaine
- Calcium oxalate
Traditional Uses:
In Ayurvedic Medicine, Gymnema leaves have been used to promote heart health. Indian folk healers have also traditionally utilized the leaves to reduce inflammation. Moreover, it has been believed to have a positive effect on weight loss.
Modern Studies:
The results of the scientific studies verify the traditional use of the Gymnema as herbal remedy to reduce inflammation, due to tannins and saponins inside. It is also reported that Gymnema leaves have a positive effect on blood sugar balance and cholesterol levels. In addition, it is used as part of remedies for weight management.
Fun Fact
Gurmar is the Hindi name of Gymnema sylvestre and it means "sugar destroyer".
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