Gynostemma pentaphyllum Review

Gynostemma pentaphyllum is a cimbing vine that belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family (cucumber or gourd) family that is indigenous to the southern parts of China, Korea and Japan, and northern Vietnam. It has been widely used as an herbal medicine known to have powerful antioxidant and adaptogenic properties that also increases longevity. Researches have proved that Gynostemma pentaphyllum have several pharmacological and health benefits. This includes being an effective agent in reducing hypertension and keeping our blood pressure in the normal range. This is because Gynostemma pentaphyllum stimulates the release of Nitric Oxide in isolated heart cells. Moreover, when combined with other herbs, Gynostemma pentaphyllum has beneficial effects in our caardiovascular system by increasing stroke volume, coronary flow, and cardiac output while reducing heart rate without affecting arterial pressure. In addition to that, Gynostemma has been shown to lower Low Density cholesterol, serum cholesterol and triglycerides while raising High Density Cholesterols thus, benefiting patients with hyperlipidemia. Aside from the health benefits mentioned earlier, Gynostemma promises to have potential benefits for the treatment of Diabetes as well as in protecting our livers. However, further researches and clinical studies should still be conducted regarding this matter.
It is also known as Southern Ginseng, Jiao Gu-lan, Giao-Co-Lam Tea, jiaogulan.
Gynostemma pentaphyllum
Also Known
Southern Ginseng, Jiao Gu-lan, Giao-Co-Lam Tea, jiaogulan
Description
Gynostemma pentaphyllum is a cimbing vine that belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family (cucumber or gourd) family that is indigenous to the southern parts of China, Korea and Japan, and northern Vietnam. It has been widely used as an herbal medicine known to have powerful antioxidant and adaptogenic properties that also increases longevity. Researches have proved that Gynostemma pentaphyllum have several pharmacological and health benefits. This includes being an effective agent in reducing hypertension and keeping our blood pressure in the normal range. This is because Gynostemma pentaphyllum stimulates the release of Nitric Oxide in isolated heart cells. Moreover, when combined with other herbs, Gynostemma pentaphyllum has beneficial effects in our caardiovascular system by increasing stroke volume, coronary flow, and cardiac output while reducing heart rate without affecting arterial pressure. In addition to that, Gynostemma has been shown to lower Low Density cholesterol, serum cholesterol and triglycerides while raising High Density Cholesterols thus, benefiting patients with hyperlipidemia. Aside from the health benefits mentioned earlier, Gynostemma promises to have potential benefits for the treatment of Diabetes as well as in protecting our livers. However, further researches and clinical studies should still be conducted regarding this matter.
Typical Dose
According to scientific research, Gynostemma may be taken at 10 mg three times a day for the treatment of high cholesterol.
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Benefits and Effectiveness
- Insulin Sensitivity - Increased [1]
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Wiki Last Updated: 2016-02-15
^1 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20213586
^1 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16708768
Gynostemma pentaphyllum Dosage
According to scientific research, Gynostemma may be taken at 10 mg three times a day for the treatment of high cholesterol.
Side Effects
Gynostemma pentaphyllum is generally safe to use however, it may cause some side effects such as severe nausea and increased bowel movements.
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