Mulberry Leaf Extract
Botanical Source: Morus alba L.
Specification: 1-deoxynojirimycin (DNJ) 0.4%-10% by HPLC
CAS No.: 19130-96-2
Function: Dispersing wind-heat, clearing heat from the liver and improving eyesight.
Reducing blood glucose and blood pressure;
Scavenging free radical activities;
Adjusting immune activities;
Reducing biochemical cholesterol and blood fat.
Description
Mulberry is a fast growing deciduous woody perennial plant. There are 16 kinds of this plant all over the world, distributing in the North Temperate Zone, the Asian tropics, the African tropics and the American area. 11 kinds of them grow in China, distributing in most areas of the country, major in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, the southern areas for raising silkworms.
Mulberry leaf is considered as a nice herb in the ancient China for anti-inflammation, anti-aging and maintaining health. Mulberry leaf is rich in amino acids, vitamin C and antioxidants. The most valuable components are Rutoside and DNJ, The lastest research has shown Rutoside and DNJ are effective in regulating blood fat, balancing blood pressure, reducing blood glucose, and boosting metabolism, so they are widely used as raw materials for curing diabetes.
Application:
Pharmacological studies show that DNJ in mulberry leaf, by controlling the activity of double sugar decomposable enzyme, can inhibit small intestine absorption of double sugar and lower peak level of blood sugar after meal. It is especially useful for those suffering from high blood sugar because of fat and after meal.
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