Gymnema

What Are The Uses Of Gymnema?

Native to Africa and India, Gymnema is a woody shrub that is a climber. The leaves of the Gymnema shrub is used to make medicines. Gymnema contains chemicals that:

• Help to reduce the sugar absorption from the intestine.
• Increases the amount of insulin.
• Increases the growth of pancreatic cells.

Gymnema is usually used for:

• Weight loss, diabetes
• As a diuretic (increases the production of urine)
• A cough, metabolic syndrome, malaria
• As a laxative (softening the stools)
• Boosting digestion
• Snake bites

What Are The Side Effects Of Gymnema?

None.

What Are The Contraindications Of Gymnema?

It is a good idea to inform your doctor if you are planning to take Gymnema and are:

• Pregnant, breastfeeding
• Suffer from diabetes
• You are about to undergo a surgery