Ingredients:
- Karela (Momordica charantia – Bitter gourd)
- Jamun (Syzygium cumini – Black plum)
- Methi (Trigonella foenum-graecum – Fenugreek)
- Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre)
- Cinnamomum (Cinnamon)
- Banaba (Lagerstroemia speciosa)
- Triphala (Three fruits combination)
Traditional Uses:
- Blood glucose management
- Supporting healthy insulin function
- Metabolic syndrome support
- Pancreatic health maintenance
Scientific Backing:
Gymnema sylvestre: A systematic review and meta-analysis specifically examining the effect of Gymnema sylvestre supplementation on glycemic control in type 2 diabetes patients found significant hypoglycemic effects. Studies demonstrate reduced blood sugar levels and improved glucose tolerance. The herb has been shown to have comparable effects to conventional diabetes medications in animal studies (Tiwari et al., 2017; Persaud et al., 1999).
Bitter Gourd (Karela): Systematic reviews of clinical trials demonstrate significant anti-diabetic properties. Studies show 15-25% reduction in fasting blood glucose through improved glucose uptake and insulin sensitivity. Contains charantin and polypeptide-p with insulin-like effects (Ooi et al., 2012).
Fenugreek (Methi): Meta-analysis of 18 clinical trials shows significant reductions in fasting blood glucose (mean reduction: 20-25 mg/dL) and improved glucose tolerance. Research confirms soluble fiber and 4-hydroxyisoleucine contribute to glucose-lowering effects (Neelakantan et al., 2014).
Cinnamon: Systematic review of 18 randomized controlled trials demonstrates improved insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism, with studies showing 10-29% reduction in fasting glucose levels. Active compounds include cinnamaldehyde and proanthocyanidins (Davis & Yokoyama, 2011).
