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Gymnema sylvestre is known in India as the "Destroyer of Sugar." The gymnemic acids in the herb alter the perception of the sweet taste so that sugar cravings are reduced . . . but only for about fifteen minutes. However, when taken consistently for a long time, good results have been observed with both type I and type II diabetes. It is also often recommended for people who are overweight since the leaves inhibit glucose absorption in the intestines.* There are many theories as to the mechanisms whereby this (and other) herbs work, but one of the more appealing gymnema beliefs is that the leaves gradually restore and rebuild the pancreas.
*Reference: Shimizu K, Iino A, Nakajima J, et al. Suppression of glucose absorption by some fractions extracted from Gymnema sylvestre leaves. J Vet Med Sci 1997;59:245–51.
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Amla Extract, 2 oz.
Amla is a tropical gooseberry and one of the most important herbs in Ayurvedic medicine. It is the main ingredient in many formulas including the two best-selling formulations in history: the rejuvenative jam Chyawanprash and the cleansing formula Triphala. Amla is a superb antioxidant. It is also radioprotective, antitumoral, and analgesic. It is cardioprotective, hepatoprotective, and immune enhancing. Our amalaki is extracted from wildcrafted plants.
Amla is very sour but it contains all but the salty taste. It is rich in a form of vitamin C that is not destroyed by cooking. Perhaps of all the Ayurvedic herbs, it has the best reputation for keeping us healthy and vibrant. Though it supports all the tissues, it is often given special attention for its benefit to the muscles and flexibility. It supports the liver and vision as well as the uterus. It is also considered a support for the memory and neurofunctioning in general.
30 drops in a small amount of water, 2 to 3 times daily, or as directed by your health care provider. Shake well before using.
Ingredients: organically grown Emblica officinalis fruit extract, 1:4, in Distilled Water, Organic Alcohol, and Vegetable Glycerin. |
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Sacred Medicine Sanctuary,
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Bibhitaki Extract, 2 oz.
Bibhitaki is a tropical fruit found throughout India. It is about the size of a large walnut and is primarily astringent in taste. Bibhitaki is one of the three fruits in the famous triphala formula and is the preferred herb for regulating kapha. This means it is used when there are kapha accumulations in the lungs, ears, sinuses, throat, liver, and urinary tract. It is astringent and therefore absorbs the excess moisture of kapha. It has some lesser known value for treating tropical conditions such as diarrhea, pulmonary eosinophilia, and allergic reactions, very likely parasitic in origin. It is also one of the herbs used in oral health, but it usually the shell that is made as a decoction and then used as an oral rinse.
Ingredients: Terminalia bellirica Fruit, distilled water, organic alcohol, and vegetable glycein. |
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Sacred Medicine Sanctuary,
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Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil, organic, 5 ml.
Cinnamon is often used as a bactericide or for lowering blood sugar. It is also antifungal and antimicrobial. It is irritating and should not be used on skin; however, it can be used to purify air and reduce risks from airborne pathogens. It can also be used as a flavoring or to relieve abdominal bloating and flatulence. It combines exceptionally well with orange essential oil.
Ingredients: Steam distilled of certified organic Cinnamomum zeylanicum bark. |
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Bioethika Oils,
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Fenugreek Extract, 2 oz.
Fenugreek is used in Ayurvedic medicine to lower blood sugar and reduce cholesterol. It works by delaying absorption of glucose because of balanced chemical structure. In Western herbal medicine, it has been used to promote breast development, lactation, and libido; reduce PMS and menopausal symptoms; regulate blood sugar; and aid thinking. It is high in antioxidants and is used to retard aging. It is nutritive and used for convalescing patients as well as those suffering from anorexia.
60 drops 3 to 5 times daily or as directed by your health care provider. Shake well before using.
Ingredients: extract of organically grown Trigonella foenum-graecum seeds in Distilled Water, Organic Alcohol, and Vegetable Glycerin. |
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Sacred Medicine Sanctuary,
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Gymnema Extract, 2 oz.
Gymnema is is also known as gurmar, the destroyer of sugar. It is hypothesized that its work begins by blocking sugar receptors on the tongue. The action lasts about two hours and helps to reduce sugar cravings. It has been used for 1500 years to support proper pancreatic function and hold blood sugar in a normal range by delaying absorption of sugar. Recent research suggests that it aids regeneration of the pancreas in a manner that allows the pancreas to produce more insulin.
More importantly in terms of oral toxicity is that animal studies reported in PLoS One in 2013 showed that gymnema not only proved effective in the treatment of Candida albicans but prevented the development of hyphal forms in both C. albicans and Aspergillus sp.
15 drops 3 to 5 times daily, or as directed by your health care provider. Shake well before using.
Ingredients: Organically grown Gymnema sylvestre leaves in Distilled Water and Organic Alcohol. |
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Sacred Medicine Sanctuary,
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Gymnema, 60 vegetarian capsules
The Ayurvedic name for gymnema is Meshashringi but is also known as gurmar, the destroyer of sugar. It has been used for 1500 years to support proper pancreatic function and hold blood sugar in a normal range by delaying absorption of sugar.
Suggested Use: one capsule 2-3 times per day after meals.
Ingredients: Gymnema sylvestre leaf extract in vegetarian capsules with rice four and silicon dioxide. |
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Avesta,
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Neem Extract, 2 oz.
Neem is regarded as a potent detoxifier. It has antimicrobial and antifungal effects as well as blood sugar lowering properties. It is also antiparasitic, clearing both the larva and ova.
15 drops 2 times a day or as directed by your health care provider. Shake well before using.
Ingredients: 1.5 extract of organically grown Azadirachta indica leaf in Distilled Water, Organic Alcohol, and Vegetable Glycerin. |
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Sacred Medicine Sanctuary,
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Shardunika Powder, Gymnema, 8 oz.
Gymnema leaf powder is used to aid the functioning of the pancreas and support normal blood glucose levels. It also reduces cravings for sweets by dulling the taste buds to the sense of the sweet taste. By supporting the pancreas, normal insulin production can be gradually restored.
Ingredients: Certified Organic Gymnema sylvestre leaf powder. |
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Banyan Botanicals,
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Sugar Fight, 120 capsules
Sugar Fight supplies the nutrients the pancreas needs in order to be healthy.
Ingredients: standardized extract of Gymnema sylvestre (Shardunikha), Azdirachta Indica (Neem), Swertia chirata (Chiraita), Eugenia jambolana (Jambul), Enicostemma littorale (Mamejavo), Pterocarpus marsupium (Indian Kino), Tinospora cordifolia (Guduchi), Curcuma longa (Turmeric), Emblica officinalis (Amalaki), Cassia auriculata (Cassia). |
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Vadik Herbs,
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