Nature's Immunomodulator (Tinospora cordifolia)
Guduchi is an important part of the ayurvedic category of Rasayanas, or rejuvenative tonics. Human studies conducted on Guduchi's immune-boosting ability show it to be linked to enhancing the function of protective cells called macrophages. The following herbal description is referenced from Himalaya Herbal Healthcare of India. Please note that this information is provided for those seeking to understand how this herbal formula is used in India. In the United States, this product is sold as a dietary supplement, has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. "Tinospora cordifolia is a large, climbing shrub. Its principle constituents are tinosporine, tinosporide, tinosporaside, cordifolide, cordifol, heptacosanol, clerodane furano diterpene, diterpenoid furanolactone tinosporidine, columbin and �-sitosterol. The stem is used in dyspepsia, fevers and urinary diseases. The plant is used to improve the immune system and the body's resistance to infections. It is also an effective immunostimulant. The active principles and juice of the fresh plant possess a number of pharmacological activities. It is bitter, stomachic, antiperiodic, aphrodisiac. It is useful in chronic diarrhea, to remove urinary stones (Calculi), as a diuretic, CNS depressant, hypoglycemic, antibacterial, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, antiallergic, analgesic, hepatoprotective and reduces blood urea. Guduchi helps increase the effectiveness of protective white blood cells and builds up the body's own defense mechanism (immune system). It is used Hepatitis, Arthritis, as an adjuvant in Chemotherapy and an Immunomodulator." Also known as: Gulancha, Amrutha, Gilroy, Gurcha Usage Take 1 or 2 capsules twice daily with meals. Packaging 60 250mg Vegetarian capsules
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