Wellness

• GABA: Gamma amino butyric acid

• Can lower blood pressure

• Can increase blood circulation

• Can strengthen blood vessel membranes

GABA is a neurotransmitter that blocks impulses between nerve cells in the brain. Low levels of GABA may be linked to:

• Anxiety or mood disorders
• Epilepsy
• Chronic pain

People take GABA as a supplement to try to:

• Improve mood
• Relieve anxiety
• Improve sleep
• Help with premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
• Treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

They may also take GABA to try to:

• Relieve pain or discomfort from injuries
• Increase tolerance to exercise
• Lower blood pressure
• Burn fat
• Increase the growth of lean muscle mass

Limited studies have shown a possible link between GABA and lowered blood pressure. But research on GABA supplements is lacking. Researchers haven't confirmed whether or not it works for the many reasons people take it.

• 33.5% of American adults have high-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol.

• Kuwa is effective in suppressing the buildup of cholesterol-rich plaque in our arteries.

• 1 gram of kuwa taken 3 times daily for 4 weeks reduced total cholesterol by 12%, reduced LDL (“bad”) cholesterol by 23%, and increased HDL (“good”) cholesterol by 18%.

Scientists have pinpointed several biologically active compounds Kuwa Leaf Extract (Morus Alba) that is effective in suppressing the progression of atherosclerosis, the buildup of cholesterol-rich plaque in our arteries. It does this by inhibiting the oxidation of LDL-cholesterol which is a major factor in the development of atherosclerotic plaque. This health benefit proves to be most significant in supporting a healthy heart, which has become one of the leading health conditions in the world, falling under the umbrella of diabetes related health conditions.

In a small study of people with type 2 diabetes, 1 gram of Kuwa taken 3 times daily for 4 weeks, reduced total cholesterol by 12%, and LDL (“bad”) cholesterol by 23%, and increased HDL (“good”) cholesterol by 18%.

• Americans’ use of sugar has increased 8.6 times since 1915

• 26% of American adults are pre-diabetic.

• 31% of American adults experience high blood pressure as compared to 5% in 1900.

• High sugar intake can lead to gout, joint pain, and other arthritis symptoms

• Powdered Kuwa leaves seem to lower blood sugar in people who have type 2 diabetes.

One of the most unique qualities of the Kuwa Leaf is that it contains a natural compound called 1-deoxynojirimycin (1DNJ) that inhibits carbohydrates, starches, and sucrose absorption in the intestinal track resulting, blood sugar control. By preventing large amounts of monosaccharide from entering into the blood circulation, Kuwa Leaves helps to address conditions associated with diabetes.

Powdered Kuwa leaves seem to lower blood sugar in people who have type 2 diabetes. In one test result, taking 1 gram of the powdered leaf three times a day for 4 weeks decreased fasting blood sugar levels by 27%, the normally prescribed diabetes medicine, glyburide at 5mg daily, decreased the level only by 8%.