Gymnema Leaf

Gymnema Sylvestre

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ORIGIN OF BULGARIA
Botanical Name: Gymnema Sylvestre
Other Names: Gurmar, Meshashringi, Sugar Destroyer, Madhunashini, Australian Cowplant

Gymnema sylvestre is a perennial woody climbing vine native to India and Southeast Asia. It belongs to the Apocynaceae (dogbane) family and is one of the aromatic plants that has been used in the Ayurvedic tradition for centuries. In Sanskrit, it is known as “Gurmar,” a name that means “sugar destroyer.” The most commonly used part of the plant is its leaves, which are typically sold in dried form. Its taste is mildly bitter and herbal.

Usage: Add 2 teaspoons of the herb to 500 ml of boiling water and let it steep for 15 minutes. Then strain.

Traditional Use

Gymnema sylvestre is a climbing plant of India, known in Hindi as gurmar, "sugar destroyer", because chewing the leaf briefly makes sweet foods taste less sweet. It is traditionally used in Ayurveda:

• To support healthy blood sugar levels as part of a balanced diet
• To help curb sugar cravings
• To support healthy digestion and a healthy metabolism

Harvest & Character

Cut dried leaves with a bitter, slightly astringent taste.

Please note: Consult your doctor first if you take medication that affects blood sugar. Not for pregnancy or breastfeeding.

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