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JIAOGULAN
What is JIAOGULAN?
• Accelerates metabolism for dieters*
Jiaogulan, also known as Gynostemma andSouthern Ginseng, is a remarkable herb • Contains anti-cancer activity and immune
popularly believed to be a major anti-aging, protection*
longevity tonic and a virtual “cure-all.” Theultimate greatness of Jiaogulan lies in its broad • Brings balance to the body under stressful
spectrum adaptogenic quality. It has the abilityto bring balance to the body under a wide range circumstances*
of stressful circumstances. The chemicalconstituents responsible for the adaptogenic • Helpful for mental and neurological
characteristics of Jiaogulan are saponins called conditions*
gypenosides. Jiaogulan contains more thaneighty different gypenosides, the broadest • Reduces fatigue, increases vigor*
range of saponins in one plant in nature. * What are the benefits?
• Improves digestion*
Studies indicate that Jiaogulan has a regulating,adaptogenic influence on the central nervous • Helps to adjust blood sugar and reduce
system. It is calming when one is overexcited blood fat*
and stimulating when one is depressed. It is anantioxidant, immune modulating, anti- • Lowers LDL and increases HDL
inflammatory, anti-aging agent; it improvesdigestion, strengthens the mind, improves cholesterol*
sexual functions, calms nerves, eases pain,adjusts blood sugar and reduces blood fat. As a • Enhances cardiovascular function
diet herb, it helps by accelerating the body’smetabolism. It will help reduce weight in • Powerful antioxidant and adaptogenic
overweight people, and can help athletes, activity
bodybuilders or excessively slim people gainweight. It has been shown to lower LDL andincrease HDL cholesterol and is effective in Supporting Research:
treating liver damage and hepatitis. Recent Arichi S, et al. “Saponins of Gynostemma pentaphyllum as neoplasm inhibitors.” Jpn. Kokai TokkyoKoho. Jpn. 1985; 60(105):627 research has indicated that Jiaogulan has both Bergner P. The Healing Power of Ginseng. Prima Publishing. 1996; 107 Duan Y, et al. “Anti-inflammatory and Immune functions of jiaogulan.” Zhong Cheng Yao. Chinese; protection/prophylactic agent for HIV infected 1990; 12(5):45Hou J. et al. “Effects of Gynostemma pentaphyllum makino on the immunological function of cancer individuals. The direct effects of gypenosides patients.” Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine (K9K); 1991; 11(1): 47-52 Li Lin, et al. “Protective effect of gypenosides against oxidative stress in phagocytes, vascular liver, lungs, skin and uterus was studied and endothelial cells and liver microsomes.” Cancer Biotherapy. 1993; 8(3): 263-272Liu J, et al. “Effects of a gypenosides-containing tonic on the serum SOD activity and MDA content in the results showed that these saponins inhibited middle-aged and aged persons.” Journal of Guiyang Medical College; 1994; 19(1): 17 the proliferation and growth of cancer cells.
Song WM, et al. “Comparison of the adaptogenic effect of jiaogulan and ginseng.” Zhong Cao Yao.
Chinese. 1992; 23(3): 136 Studies also confirmed Jiaogulan increased the Teeguarden R. “Cultivating Essence,” Sante Fe Sun, August, 1996 white blood cell count of patients receiving Wallace EC. “Adaptogenic Herbs: Nature’s Solution to Stress.” Nutrition Science News. May, 1998; chemotherapy and radiation, improving their 3(5): 244, 246, 248, 250Zhou S, et al. “Pharmacological study on the adaptogenic function of jiaogulan and jiaogulan coumpound.” Zhong Cao Yao. Chinese; 1990; 21(7): 313 Supplement Recommendation:
* This information has not been evaluated by the FDA. It is not intended to For the most effective benefits, look for a diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
product that has been naturally extracted andgrown or wild crafted without the use ofchemical fertilizers, pesticides or preservatives;preferably in a vegetarian capsule. Be sure it isa standardized true spectrum herbal supplementwithout fillers, binders or common allergens.

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