Gymnema Sylvestre Gurmar Herbal Tea

Gymnema Sylvestris "Gurmar" Herbal Tea

The Gymnema sylvestris "Gurnar" is a plant native to Asia, Australia and Africa and widely used in Ayurvedic alternative medicine. 

Ingredients: 100% Gymnema "Gurmar" leaves (Gymnema sylvestris).

Curiosities:

This plant is mainly known for helping to treat diabetes due to the gymnemic acids in its composition. It is also used in folk medicine to help treat asthma, eye problems and inflammation. In addition, some recent studies suggest that formulations of gymnemic acid may be useful against obesity.

In Hindi culture, the plant is known as ‘gurmar’, which means ‘sugar destroyer’.

What  Gymnema sylvestris is Used for

Reducing blood sugar - Gymnema has a hypoglycaemic action that can help reduce the absorption of sugar in the intestines and consequently reduce blood sugar levels. 

Diabetes control - Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties can help regenerate endocrine cells in the pancreas, stimulating insulin production.

Helps with weight loss: By reducing sugar absorption, Gymnema can be an ally in weight loss when combined with healthy habits.

Lowers cholesterol - Gymnema's antioxidant and hypolipidemic action can help lower levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, as well as increasing good cholesterol (HDL).

Water temperature: 100º

Infusion time: 5 to 10 minutes.

Recommended quantity: 1 tablespoon of Gymnema leaves in a litre of water (1L).

Dosage: up to 3 cups a day.

Preparation:

1. Pour 1 dessertspoon of Gymnema leaves into 1 litre of boiled water.
2. Leave to stand for 10 minutes.
3. Strain and drink the tea warm throughout the day.

Warnings: Consumption of Gymnema should be avoided by pregnant women, infants or anyone with a hypersensitivity to its chemical components without prior medical advice.

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• Please note that this information does not replace the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a health professional.
• Before starting to use any medicinal plant, please consult a doctor, herbalist, naturopath, pharmacist or any other qualified specialist to ensure its safety and efficacy.

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