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Extract of Bilberry Fruit, Vaccinium Myrtillus, in ethanol and purified water
The leaves and the fruits of the Bilberry contain blood sugar lowering compounds (glucoquinones) and chromium and are rich in vitamin C and bioflavonoid antioxidants, contributing to better blood sugar control in diabetes, better vision, and improved circulation.
Further research studies indicate that a compound in bilberries, anthocyanosides, appear to promote blood vessel strength which could have protective properties against forms of retinal damage in people with diabetes.
The following benefits have been observed from research studies into bilberries, bilberry extract or anthocyanosides:
- Strengthens blood vessels
- Improves circulation
- Help to stop diarrhoea
- Prevent cell damage
- Could help in treating retinopathy
- May help lower blood glucose levels
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Warning: Herbal extracts may interact with other therapeutic substances and as a general rule are not recommended for use by children, in pregnancy and lactation, and if you are on certain prescription medications.
Disclaimer: The statements provided on this website are based on the recorded traditional use of herbs in general and should not be viewed as therapeutic claims for the herbal teas, extracts, and blends on offer. We provide this information for educational purpose to our customers and fans of herbal and natural medicine because we believe it is important to stay connected to our roots and maintain and spread the human knowledge accumulated over centuries of traditional healing. Our herbal blends are custom made in accordance with your needs and not tested for efficacy or listed on the register of therapeutic goods.
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