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Message: <blockquote data-quote="xyzzy" data-source="post: 300114" data-attributes="member: 40343">Studies of Gymnema, of which there are many, appear to show it works in three ways. First it allows more insulin to be released from the pancreas but interestingly its atomic structure is such that it can block the receptors in the gut that would normally absorb glucose. Finally it does something to the receptors in your tongue so that sweet things taste less sweet and therefore reduces sugar craving. I've found it is an effective appetite suppressant. There are also studies to show it can lower cholesterol as well but more research is needed to confirm. It is not a magic pill and although I've found it to be very effective at controlling spikes it is certainly no better than Metformin. Also a word of caution you should always take it with food or there is a small but none the less real chance that it can cause a hypo if taken in sufficient quantity. You can buy nine hundred 400mg tabs for around £14 + shipping from Puritans Pride. As it ships from the States you might get asked to pay a bit of import duty if customs deem it necessary.For those who like to see the official science look here. <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2170951/" target="_blank">http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2170951/</a>of which the important stuff is below. Gymnemic Acid is the active ingredient found within Gymnema leaves and is effectively what you end up taking if you take Gymnema tablets.</blockquote>

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