meshashringi

The leaves of Meshashringi or "ram's horn" when chewed, destroys the tongue's ability to appreciate the taste of sugar and all saccharine substances. Gymnema sylvestre, the Latin name for the herb, is a woody climber. The leaf extracts contain gymnemic acid, which are known to inhibit hyperglycemia or increased blood sugar levels.

Action:

• The principle constituent of Meshashringi is gymnemic acid, which has antidiabetic properties. It reduces excessive blood sugar.
  
• Meshashringi has a regenerative effect on pancreatic beta cells and is insulinotropic (that which stimulates or affects the production and activity of insulin).
  
• Meshashringi helps decrease sugar cravings. It temporarily eliminates the taste buds' desire for sugar and helps neutralize excessive blood sugar.

Indications:

As an adjuvant in diabetes mellitus.

Dosage*

One capsule, twice a day, before meals.