Gymnema
Gymnema sylvestre
An Ayurvedic 'sugar destroyer' leaf that blunts sweet taste and has preliminary blood-sugar evidence.
Traditional use (ayurveda): An Ayurvedic 'sugar destroyer' leaf that blunts sweet taste and has preliminary blood-sugar evidence.
An Ayurvedic 'sugar destroyer' leaf that blunts sweet taste and has preliminary blood-sugar evidence.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- An Ayurvedic 'sugar destroyer' leaf that blunts sweet taste and has preliminary blood-sugar evidence.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Can cause low blood sugar (additive with diabetes meds) — monitor closely.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Can cause low blood sugar (additive with diabetes meds) — monitor closely.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
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