Introduction
With
Gynostemma you can
rejuvenate &
rebalance the body
and the mind !
Gynostemma
Pentaphyllum
(botanical name), or
Jiaogulan (Chinese
name), is a five
leafed adaptogenic
herb. It has the
unique ability of
restoring
homeostatis (balance
and equilibrium) to
all five body
systems. The body
systems are the
cardiovascular,
digestive, immune,
nervous and
reproductive system.
"Ginseng at a tea
price"
The chemical
constituents
responsible for the
adaptogenic
characteristic of
Gynostemma are
saponins. Gynostemma
contains the widest
range of saponins
from all the plants
in nature. There are
more than 75
different saponins
in Gynostemma
Pentaphyllum which
is nearly four times
the number of
saponins found in
Ginseng.
Weight control
Gynostemma has
developed a large
following in Asia in
weight control
programs. It has a
double direction
efficacy regarding
body weight. It will
help reduce weight
in overweight people
and help slim people
and athletes to gain
weight. It helps
adjust blood sugar
levels and reduce
blood fat (hyperlipidemia)
which are vital
steps in attaining
healthy metabolic
function. Gynostemma
helps maintain
healthy bowels. It
acts as a cleanser
in the stomach and
intestines,
eliminating the body
of toxins and waste.
Antioxidant
As an antioxidant,
gynostemma boosts
the immune system by
increasing the
number and activity
level of white blood
cells. It
strengthens the
digestive system by
assisting in liver
function. It helps
relieve stress by
soothing and
relaxing the central
nervous system. It
is calming when one
is overexcited and
stimulating when one
is depressed.
Studies have shown
that Gynostemma is
useful in a number
of neurological
conditions,
including
depression, anxiety
& stress.
Anti diabetic effect
Studies
using
Gynostemma to treat diabetic
patients (type II) showed a
prompt improvement
of glycemia and
insulin sensitivity
thereby providing a
basis for an
effective and safe
approach to treat
this illness.
Anti
cancer
Studies into the
anti cancer activity
of Gynostemma have
shown a significant
inhibition rate on a
broad cross section
of cancer cells.
Intensive studies
are being conducted
into both its anti
cancer activity and
its potential as an
immune protection /
prophylactic agent
for HIV infected
patients. There is
research indicating
that Gynostemma may
prevent cells from
becoming cancerous
in the first place
and may disrupt cell
division in existing
cancer cells.
The
locals call it
'Miracle Tea'
Gynostemma contains
many amino acids,
vitamins and
minerals that are
healthy to the human
body, including
calcium, iron,
magnesium,
phosphorus,
potassium, selenium,
zinc and more. The
locals who cultivate
& consume Gynostemma
call it 'miracle
tea'
Tea
for Emperors & Kings
The first emperor of
the Qin Dynasty, Qin
Shi Huang who
conquered all the
independent states
in China and
established the
first Chinese empire
had to endure long
hours of work during
which he enjoyed
drinking a very
special tea. He ordered this special
tea to be prepared
for him from a herb
authorised only for
the use of the
Emperor. The herb
was, and still is, Gynostemma
Pentaphyllum.
