Recently, researchers have identified Gymnema Sylvestre, commonly known as Gurmar, among several medicinal plants on Brahmayoni Hill in Gaya, Bihar.
ABOUT GYMNEMA SYLVESTRE (GURMAR):
- Its unique properties include its ability to reduce blood sugar levels, attributed to Gymnemic acid, which blocks intestinal sugar absorption.
- It also helps in Lipid Metabolism, Flavonoids. It combines with Metformin (the first-line diabetes drug).
- It has already been utilised in developing the anti-diabetic drug BGR-34.
- BGR-34 combines Gurmar with other potent phyto-ingredients like Daruharidra, Giloy, Vijaysar, Manjishtha, and Fenugreek. Together, they form a formidable team against diabetes.