Specification :

Banaba Leaf Extract-Corosolic Acid
Brief Introduction
Synonyms--- Banabý ( for Philippines) , Giant Crape-myrtle, Queený s Crape-myrtle, Pride of India
Corosolic acid
Chemical Name: 2-alpha-Hydroxyursolic acid; ( 2a, 3b) -2, 3-Dihydroxy-urs-12-en-28-oic acid
Molecular Formula: C30H48O4
Mol. Wt.: 472.70
Molecular Structure:

Banaba, Lagerstroemia speciosa ( Giant Crape-myrtle, Queen' s Crape-myrtle, Banabý Plant for Philippines, or Pride of India) is a species of Lagerstroemia native to tropical southern Asia. It is grown in South East Asia, China, India and the Philippines. It is also widely cultivated as an ornamental plant in tropical and subtropical areas. It is a small to medium-sized tree growing to 20 m tall, with smooth, flaky bark. The leaves are deciduous, oval to elliptic, 8-15 cm long and 3-7 cm broad, with an acute apex. The flowers are produced in erect panicles 20-40 cm long, each flower with six white to purple petals 2-3.5 cm long.

Benefits

Anti-diabetic Property ( Treating type 2 diabetes by reducing glucose levels)
Weight Loss
Anti-oxidant
Beneficial Kidney effects

Mechanisms of action

Unknown.

Safety, Adverse effects and unknowns

There has been no toxicity reported with Corosolic Acid, but there are still tests being done to confirm this.
Those who are pregnant or nursing should avoid products with Corosolic Acid.
Those who have the medical condition hypoglycemia should not take products containing this ingredient.
Those who are taking any diabetes medication should avoid any products containing this ingredient.

Dosage

ý The typical dose is 500-1200mg per day ( usually in 2-3 doses throughout the day) .
ý Consult physicians for different condition specifics.

Banaba Leaf Extract Features and Benefits:

with many advantages as list in the following, produced as our patent-pending process and know-how technology from Lagerstroemia speciosa leaves.
ý Produced with pure water only
ý High concentration: over 10%
ý NO solvent - residual free
ý Pesticide-free
ý Brown-Yellow to Yellow in appearance
ý High anti-bacteria, and longer shelf life
Product Specifications:
1% , 2% , 3% 10% Corosolic Acid HPLC

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