Gypenosides: The Cancer Cure from Gynostemma pentaphyllum

Gypenosides

Gypenosides: The Cancer Cure from Gynostemma pentaphyllum

The therapeutic health effects of the major constituent of the Chinese medicinal herb Gynostemma pentaphyllum is highly recognized in modern alternative medicine but due to lack of actual human-subject studies to fully observe how the compound Gypenosides work, its use in the medical field has not yet been approved. Many studies conducted all over the world have shown potential uses of Gypenosides in the prevention of cancer cell growth through apoptosis-associated patterns. It has been shown, however, to cause potential DNA damage among healthy cells which may affect functional processes in the human body. Gypenosides is said to be the possible future cure for various forms of cancers but healthy doses to effect cancer treatment are still being established through health studies.

What is Gypenosides?

Gypenosides are classified as triterpenoid saponins. It is derived from the various parts of the herbal medicine Gynostemma pentaphyllum. Many practitioners of alternative medicine say that the health effects of Gynostemma pentaphyllum are possibly associated with its Gypenosides content. Since it is only discovered in the recent decades, not a lot is known about Gypenosides and its effects in the human body. Extensive researches on Gypenosides include discovering its uses in cancer cell growth and development control as well as in promoting organ system health. Although not yet fully established, some experts also say that Gypenosides works as an adaptogen which is quite beneficial among adults who are exposed to high levels of stress in a daily basis.

Health uses of Gypenosides in the modern setting

Many diseases in the modern era are said to be prevented and possibly treated with Gypenosides supplementation. Some of the benefits of using Gypenosides include the following:

  1. It may treat cardiovascular conditions

Heart ailments which include atherosclerosis and increased blood pressure are said to be treated effectively following long-term use of supplements containing Gypenosides. Experts say that Gypenosides has certain effects in promoting blood vessel relaxation or vasodilation which in turn results to reduction in blood pressure. Gypenosides also helps lower cholesterol levels to prevent atherosclerosis and its dangerous effects.

  1. It may help cure some liver diseases

The plant source of Gypenosides is believed to cure liver diseases which are not associated with the use of excessive alcohol. Some experts believe that this health benefit is brought about by Gypenosides, although some say that it is due to a combination of the compounds found in Gynostemma pentaphyllum.

  1. It may help cure hyperlipidemia

Hyperlipidemia is a condition associated with excessive lipid levels in the human body which interferes with normal bodily functions. Gypenosides helps cure hyperlipidemia through certain unknown patterns.

Conclusion

More health studies are currently being conducted to establish health benefits of using Gypenosides. So far, experts say that it can be used safety within recommended doses.

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