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Jiaogulan and Cholesterol

"Cholesterol is a soft, fat-like, waxy substance found in the bloodstream and in all your body's cells. It's normal to have cholesterol. But too high a level of cholesterol in the blood is a major risk for coronary heart disease, which leads to heart attack. It's also a risk factor for stroke.

There are two kinds that you need to know about. Low-density lipoprotein, or LDL, is known as the "bad" cholesterol. Too much LDL cholesterol can clog your arteries, increasing your risk of heart attack and stroke. High-density lipoprotein, or HDL, is known as the "good" cholesterol. "  - The American Heart Association
There is a growing body of research on the effects of Jiaogulan on cholesterol. We present some of these results below.

 

The science behind Jiaogulan

More research is needed. Jiaogulan is an herbal supplement not a medicine treatment or cure. However it may be a helpful supplement for your cholesterol management.

Reduced Total Cholesterol!

Kimura Y., Okuda H., Arichi S., Takemoto T. Effects of crude saponins of Gynostemma Pentaphyllum on lipid metabolism. Shoyakugaku Zasshi 1983

In this study at Ehime University in Japan, researchers fed rats a diet high in fat and sugar. They gave the test group saponins derived from Jiaogulan. The rats that received the extract from Jiaogulan had lower tri-glycerides, lipid peroxide and total cholesterol.

86.7% Effectiveness!

Yu, C., et al. Therapeutic effects of tablet gypenosides on 32 patients with hyperlipaemia. Hu Bei Zhong Yi Za Zhi. China. 1993
 

Dr. Yu and his team studied the effects of gypenosides (the active ingredients in Jiaogulan) on 30 patients with hyperproteinemia. They found Jiaogulan to have an effectiveness averaging 87.6 % in lowering the LDL in these patients.

 Our Jiaogulan tea is grown under strict organic quality control standards in the highlands of Thailand. We dry the tea in loose leaf form at the farm and we ship fresh to the US each month to maintain maximum potency. Unlike many herbals, Jiaogulan tastes great hot or cold. We were awarded the prize for best tasting tea in Thailand by the Thai Agriculture Ministry.
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  Disclaimer: This discussion is for informational purposes only. The Immortalitea Company™ is not responsible for the accuracy of the medical benefits discussed. The medical conditions discussed above are serious medical conditions. You should consult your physician regarding the proper treatment of these conditions. Discuss with your physician any reactions to or potential drug interactions with our products. These claims have not been evaluated by the USA Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease.
 

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