Posted by Jakeman on July 24, 2006, at 18:19:55
In reply to Re: Chinese med question-Is Gynostemma a miracle herb? » Jakeman, posted by laima on July 24, 2006, at 16:12:25
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> Hmm. Previous claims of "miracle cures" and "miracle herbs" have tended to be overblown, false, or plain out dangerous. Some are great of course- I just mean, I'd be a teeny skeptical or cautious of anyone pushing a "miracle" panacea.
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> The "cocaine miracle", the "ephedra miracle"-are two that come to mind...
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> > The local compounding pharmacy is pushing Gynostemma tea. Supposedly helps with losing wieght, reducing cholesterol, strengthing the liver, among other things.
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> > warm regards, Jake
>Good point, I agree. But there are several studies out there that back up some of the claims. It's been described as an adaptagen, with similarities to ginseng and rhodiola.
warm regards, Jake
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