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A. Russian scientist N. V. Lazarev coined the term adaptogen in 1947 to describe herbs that have "a normalizing action on various bodily functions regardless of the direction of the pathological condition." In other words, an adaptogen is an herb that helps the body self - regulate. If something is out of balance, either too much of something or too little of something, an adaptogen helps the body return to the ideal state. Q. What are Jiaogulan's Benefits? A. As per DrugDigest.Org, Jiaogulan may have a direct strengthening effect on the heart, possibly causing the heart to beat more powerfully. It may also have a number of secondary cardiovascular effects, such as reducing the stickiness of blood components called platelets. Created in the bone marrow, platelets circulate in the blood. In a process called "platelet aggregation", they stick to injured tissue, beginning the blood clotting process and promoting wound healing. Jiaogulans potential reduction in platelet aggregation may help to reduce the build up of plaques in blood vessels. Plaques are accumulations of fats and blood cells that may lead to heart attacks or strokes if blood flow becomes restricted. In addition, Jiaogulan Tea has been shown in laboratory studies to widen blood vessels--an effect that may both lower blood pressure and reduce the workload on the heart. Some evidence suggests that Jiaogulan Tea also contains chemicals that may lower cholesterol levels in the blood. All of these potential cardiovascular effects need more human studies to prove or disprove them. Q. Is Regenerations Jiaogulan Tea Organic? A. Yes!, Regenerations Jiaogulan Tea is cultivated Organically meaning no chemicals or pesticides are used along the entire harvesting process. Q. Can I prepare
Jiaogulan as an Ice Tea? Q. Does Regenerations Jiaogulan Tea contain Antioxidants? A. Yes, The antioxidant effects of Jiaogulan may also protect the liver from some of the damage caused by certain drugs or chemicals or by chronic alcohol abuse. In animal studies, Jiaogulan has interfered with the development of liver fibrosis--the formation of scar-like fibers in the liver. Because the non-functioning fibers crowd out active liver tissue, liver function decreases gradually as the amount of fibrous tissue increases. Q. What Drug interactions should I watch out for? A. As per http://www.DrugDigest.com Jiaogulan has been shown to
increase the time blood needs to clot. When it is taken with antiplatelet or
anticoagulant drugs, the effect of the drug may be increased, resulting in
uncontrolled bleeding. Antiplatelets include clopidogrel and Ticlid
Anticoagulants include heparin and warfarin Because it can affect immune
system function, gynostemma may interfere with the effects of drugs used to
suppress the immune system after organ transplants or in other conditions.
Taking gynostemma is not recommended for patients who take drugs such as:
azathioprine (Imuran) ,CellCept, cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune), Prograf,
Rapamune, & Zenapax. Gynostemma may reduce the ability of blood to
clot after an injury. Aspirin may also decrease clotting, so gynostemma
should not be taken at the same time as aspirin. Q. How should I brew Jiaogulan Tea? A. Jiaogulan is a delicate tea. Be careful not to over brew. Keep the temperature between 140º F and 160º F and keep the brewing to no more than 2-3 minutes for best results. Q. How can I keep the loose leaf Jiaogulan Fresh? A. If stored in a sealed container your Jiaogulan will keep for up to 1 year but connoisseurs will notice a difference in taste. Best taste and health benefits are within 3-6 months of the package being opened.
Q. Is
the Jiaogulan Tea available in tea bags? A. Yes, Regeneration will be offering Jiaogulan Tea in capsules in early 2010 via our website. Please stay tuned with our latest products by joining our email list. |
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