H&N Herbs' Glucose Metabolism formula comprises of Bitter Melon, Fenugreek (Trigonella foenumgraecum), gymnema, and Panax Ginseng to help regulate blood glucose levels. FenuLife™ is an odorless fenugreek extract. Fenugreek seeds are rich as galactomannan, which are soluble fibers. Research showed that galactomannan in Fenugreek decreased its hypoglycemic index of foods consumed Bitter melon (momordica charantia Linn.), commonly known as Karela, has been reported to have anti-diabetic activity. In a recent clinical study, Bitter melon was shown to significantly reduce both fasting and post-prandial serum glucose levels in non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus patients. Panax Ginseng is traditionally considered a tonic and is often used as a cure-all or panacea. A number of studies in humans have confirmed ginseng' glucose-lowering ability. In a recent randomized placebo controlled study, published in the American Medical Association journal: Archives of Internal Medicine (2000; 160:1013), Panax Ginseng taken with or 40 minutes before an oral glucose challenge reduced post-prandial glycemia in type II diabetes. Gymnema sylvestre is a tropical plant of the milkweed family native to India. The leaf is the primary part used in medicinal purposes. Gymnema sylvestre has been used traditionally for stomach problems, constipation, and control Type II diabetes. Ayurvedic doctors in India noticed that chewing Gymnema sylvestre leaves suppressed the taste of sugar. *The FDA has not evaluated these statements. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. |