{"product_id":"gymnema-sylvestre","title":"Gymnema sylvestre","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGymnema sylvestre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGymnema sylvestre is a climbing plant native to India with a long history of use in Ayurvedic herbal traditions. It is especially popular in herbal blends designed to support healthy metabolism and balanced wellness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditionally Used For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Supporting healthy glucose metabolism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Supporting metabolic wellness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Healthy appetite and craving support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Digestive wellness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Traditional Ayurvedic wellness blends\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarthy, slightly bitter and mildly astringent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use in Tea:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 teaspoon of dried gymnema leaf per 8 ounces of hot water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Steep for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5–10 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, strain and enjoy. Because of its naturally bitter flavor, gymnema is often easier to enjoy when blended with other herbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs Well With:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCinnamon, ginger, green tea, tulsi, hibiscus, fenugreek, peppermint and spearmint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlending Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a balanced metabolic wellness tea, try combining gymnema with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecinnamon, ginger and tulsi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Peppermint or spearmint can also help soften its naturally bitter flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInteresting Herbal Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGymnema is traditionally known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egurmar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a name often translated as “sugar destroyer.” Compounds in the leaf can temporarily affect the perception of sweetness, which is one reason the herb has such an interesting history in traditional wellness practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaution:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGymnema may affect blood glucose levels and may increase the effects of diabetes medications. Anyone taking insulin or blood-sugar-lowering medications should consult a healthcare professional before use. Avoid during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless directed by a qualified healthcare professional. Long-term safety has not been well established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Delights By The Pound","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56197116625201,"sku":null,"price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/2813\/5985\/files\/88-organic-gymnema-leaf.jpg?v=1788967546","url":"https:\/\/shop.delightsbythepound.com\/products\/gymnema-sylvestre","provider":"Delights By The Pound","version":"1.0","type":"link"}