Can an herb have magical powers?

Well, no. But gyneostemma has such powerful effects on our body that it may as well be magic.

On today's episode of the Health Quest podcast, Dr. Sal is talking about this miracle herb and the many benefits it offers.

Gynostemma is an herb that has long been used in Southeast Asia for its medicinal properties. Rich in antioxidants, it has been shown to improve resistance to DNA damage, support heart health, and provide cardiovascular support. It contributes to overall well-being by reducing anxiety and stress, and it can also help in metabolic disorders such as type 2 diabetes and obesity.

This powerful herb works through two key mechanisms, AMPK and PTP1b, which play roles in regulating glucose, fat, and energy metabolism in the body. When combined with a healthy diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes, this herb has the potential to positively impact your health and well-being.

Key takeaways:

1. Gyneostemma pentaphyllum, an herb used in folk medicine, has shown to contain valuable constituents similar to ginseng and rich in antioxidants. It is known to contribute to heart health, improve resistance to DNA damage, and provide cardiovascular support.

2. Gyneostemma pentaphyllum works to improve metabolic disorders such as obesity and type 2 diabetes through two main mechanisms - AMPK (AMP Kinase) and PTP1B (protein Tyronase phosphatase 1b). These mechanisms help in increasing energy expenditure, improving insulin sensitivity, and enhancing glucose tolerance.

3. The podcast emphasizes the importance of making dietary changes, including restricted calorie intake, elimination of refined sugars and carbohydrates, and implementing exercise, in combination with the use of gyneostemma for improved health outcomes.

4. Dr. Sal shares his personal recommendation of taking 500 milligrams of gyneostemma extract per day by adding it to his daily coffee intake. The studies showed that individuals who were obese and had type 2 diabetes benefited from taking 3 to 6 grams (3000 to 6000 milligrams) of gyneostemma per day.

5. The episode underscores the importance of healthy dietary habits, including lean proteins, healthy fats, high fiber carbohydrates from vegetables and low glycemic fruits, in conjunction with the use of gyneostemma to improve fat metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and overall health.

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