Gymnema Sylvestre
1. Reduces Sugar Cravings by Making Sweet Foods Taste Less Appealing
Gymnemic acids in Gymnema sylvestre can block the sugar receptors on your tongue, decreasing your ability to taste sweetness. This can lead to reduced sugar cravings.
2. Helps Lower Blood Sugar Levels
Gymnema sylvestre has anti-diabetic properties and may lower your blood sugar levels after a meal.
3. May Contribute to Favorable Insulin Levels by Increasing Insulin Production
Gymnema sylvestre appears to contribute to favorable insulin levels by increasing insulin production and regenerating insulin-secreting islet cells. Both can help lower blood sugar levels.
4. Improves Cholesterol and Triglyceride Levels, Reducing Heart Disease Risk
Research supports that Gymnema can play a role in lowering “bad” LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels, which can decrease your risk of heart disease.
5. May Aid Weight Loss
Gymnema sylvestre may play a role in weight loss and prevent weight gain. It may promote reduced calorie intake.
6. Helps Reduce Inflammation Due to Its Tannin and Saponin Content
The tannins and saponins in Gymnema have anti-inflammatory properties that help fight inflammation.