Corosolic Acid from Banaba Leaf Extract

July 31, 2021

Banaba leaf comes from a tree found in Southeast Asia. Traditionally, it was used as a natural remedy for blood sugar, kidney and liver health In India and Philippines.

Nowadays, scientists are focusing on finding a natural way to bring blood sugar levels back to normal in patients who suffer from chronically high blood sugar. In this process, Banaba leaf has caught their eye.

Corosolic acid is the main natural source in Banaba leaf which has a positive effect on blood sugar levels. It imitates the function of insulin by aiding the metabolism of glucose.

Early research shows that taking a particular Banaba extract for 2 weeks lowers blood sugar by 10% in people with type 2 diabetes.

JPL has developed analytical methodolgy using HPLC to quantify this important molecule accurately and precisely in your natural products.

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