Jiaogulan is also known as fairy herb and southern ginseng.
The plantssaponins(organic chemicals) are thought to be responsible for some of its effects.
That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says.
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No supplement is intended to treat, cure, or prevent disease.
Much of the research evidence supporting jiaogulan is limited to lab studies in mice and other animals.
Small clinical trials and most human research on using jiaogulan has been ondiabetes,obesity, andstress.
With obesity, the research suggests some differences between people assigned male or female at birth.
BMI is a dated, flawed measure.
It does not take into account factors such asbody composition, ethnicity, sex, race, and age.
What Are the Side Effects of Jiaogulan?
Your healthcare provider may recommend trying jiaogulan if you have diabetes, anxiety, or another condition.
However, consuming an herb like jiaogulan may have side effects that can be mild or severe.
What Happens if I Take Too Much Jiaogulan?
If they build up too much, it can lead to toxicity.
Diabetes Treatment
Jiaogulan may lower blood sugar.
Keep away from children and animals.
Discard after one year or as directed by the manufacturer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Research has shown that body composition changes with jiaogulan are modest.
In a 16-week trial, people taking jiaogulan lost less than 2 pounds (1 kilogram).
Its not known if jiaogulan is safe for long-term use.
Ginseng is a generic name for plant species in the genusPanax.
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