Gymnema sylvestre (leaf)
Ayurvedic diabetes leaf — "Meshashringi" (sugar destroyer). Chew fresh leaf and sugar becomes tasteless for 1-2 hours. For Type 2 diabetes, sugar cravings, and metabolic syndrome. May support beta cell regeneration. Traditional Ayurvedic practice: chew before meals.
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Diabetes meds (SIGNIFICANT), insulin.
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Blood sugar effects — discontinue before surgery.
Hypoglycemia, headache, nausea. Altered taste.
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