Gymnostemma

Description

Gynostemma (G. pentaphyllum), known as jiaogulan in Asian herbal medicine, is an herbal tonic and adaptogen that has earned the nickname, “the Herb of Immortality.”  It especially supports the pancreas, metabolism, blood circulation and the immune system.

Gynostemma strengthens a depleted immune system while reducing histamine and clearing allergic inflammation.

It also stabilizes blood sugar, increases insulin sensitivity, lowers cholesterol and thereby aids in weight loss and diabetes prevention.

Ingredients:

Gynostemma pentaphyllum, distilled water, and certified organic cane alcohol.

Recommended Dose: 

1-3 ml / 2x / day in 2 oz water.

Synergistic Combinations Include:
– For added immune system support, take with Astragalus Immune Shine, available as a tincture, brew tea or granules..

 

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Sources:

Huang WC, Kuo ML, Li ML, Yang RC, Liou CJ, Shen JJ. Gynostemma pentaphyllum decreases allergic reactions in a murine asthmatic model. Am J Chin Med. 2008;36(3):579-92. doi: 10.1142/S0192415X08005990. PMID: 18543390.

Shang X, Chao Y, Zhang Y, Lu C, Xu C, Niu W. Immunomodulatory and Antioxidant Effects of Polysaccharides from Gynostemma pentaphyllum Makino in Immunosuppressed Mice. Molecules. 2016 Aug 19;21(8):1085. doi: 10.3390/molecules21081085. PMID: 27548135; PMCID: PMC6273250.