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Natural Gymnema sylvestre extract powder

2016-04-15

What is Gymnema sylvestre extract powder? Gymnema sylvestre is an herb native to the tropical forests of southern and central India and Sri Lanka. Common names include gymnema, the active ingredient is Gymnemic Acid.

Gymnemic Acid has been shown to reduce blood sugar levels when used for an extended period of time. Additionally, Gymnema sylvestre extract powder reduces the taste of sugar when it is placed in the mouth, thus some use it to fight sugar cravings. From extract of the leaves were isolated glycosides known as Gymnemic acids, which exhibit anti-sweet activity. This effect, however, is short-lived, lasting a mere fifteen minutes.

Gymnema sylvestre extract is currently being used in an all natural medication for diabetes with other ingredients such as cinnamon, chromium, zinc, biotin, banaba, huckleberry and bitter melon. Extracts of Gymnema is not only claimed to curb sweet tooth but also for treatment of as varied problems as hyperglycemia, obesity, high cholesterol levels, anemia and digestion.