Key Features:

• A premier adaptogenic herb from Southern China

• Superb Qi tonic and adaptogenic herb

• Rich in gypenosides, saponins that support a balanced immune system

• Supports adaptability under stressful circumstances and radical change

• Supports healthy aging

• Grown on the remote and pristine Great Immortal Peak deep in the Wuyi Mountains

• A highly concentrated pure-yield extract of premium gynostemma

• No chemicals have ever been used on this mountain plantation

• Fields are fertilized by wild pigs, monkeys and leopards

• Irrigated with mountain spring water and monsoon rainwater

• Highly concentrated herbal tincture

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Ingredients:
Organically Grown Gynostemma pentaphyllum leaf extract

Other Ingredients:
Water, Grain Alcohol (30% by volume)

Dosage:
3–12 droppers per day as desired or as directed by your health care practitioner

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Traditional Function:
Tonifies Qi, clears heat, drains toxic heat, regulates metabolism. Enters the Lung and Heart meridians. Slightly bitter flavor. Cold temperature.

Who can use it?
Adults

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Product Description:
Gynostemma pentaphyllum leaf is a quintessential adaptogenic herb. Gynostemma leaf is known in Asia as the “Miracle Leaf” and shares a remarkably similar chemical profile with Ginseng. The delicate bright green leaf of this vine-like tropical plant is regarded as one of Asia’s premier healthy-aging herbs. Gynostemma is an adaptogen and antioxidant.

It supports the adaptive response of a human being and helps us handle stress more efficiently. It supports the healthy activity of the immune system. It is traditionally used to help support and maintain normal healthy respiratory, cardiovascular, digestive and liver functions. The primary active constituents of Gynostemma leaf are known as gypenosides. Cumulative studies on Gynostemma since 1976 show that Gynostemma leaf extract contains over 150 naturally occurring gypenosides. These all contribute to Gynostemma’s profound adaptogenic capacity.

This highly concentrated extract is made from the purest, highest grade Gynostemma leaf, grown near the top of Great Immortal Peak, a remote pristine mountain in Southern China, without the use of any chemicals or modern equipment. It is grown totally on mountain spring water and natural precipitation. Most of the Gynostemma sold in the United States is grown at low altitude as an adjunctive farm product, usually around corn fields. The water in these farms is not nearly as pure as the fresh mountain spring water that feeds the Great Immortal Peak Gynostemma plot. Also, the common low lying fields are fumigated and unnaturally fertilized. Dragon Herbs’ Gynostemma is grown in a completely clean, naturally fertile environment. Most manufacturers leave the stems in the Gynostemma before extracting, resulting in a less potent extract. Dragon Herbs uses hand-selected leaves only. Gynostemma leaf extract is one of the great dietary supplements in the world.

Ingredients:
Organically Grown Gynostemma pentaphyllum leaf extract

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History:

In 1972, a group of Japanese researchers reported that Gynostemma tea was being consumed as a daily “longevity tea” by large numbers of southern Chinese people. It was revered in the regions where it grows as “magical grass” because of its many reputed health benefits.

This led the Japanese researchers to study the constituents and pharmacology of Gynostemma. The researchers discovered that the chemical constituents responsible for the adaptogenic characteristics of Gynostemma are 180+ different saponins called Gypenosides. Gypenosides are structurally and functionally very similar to Ginsenosides, which are the active constituents of Ginseng root (Panax ginseng). In fact, many of them ARE ginsenosides, just in another plant that’s not Ginseng. This is the broadest known range of saponins in any one plant in nature. Ginseng, for example, has about 100 saponins (Ginsenosides). The Gypenosides are so similar to the ginsenosides of Ginseng that in China, Gynostemma is called “Ginseng at Tea Price.”

Noted Benefits:

• Strong anti-fatigue effect albeit caffeine free

• Supports healthy aging (exhibits antioxidant activity)

• Calming when overexcited; invigorating when fatigued

• Widely known for its “spirit-lifting” effect

• Supports the body’s systemic dual-direction immune response

• Accelerates metabolism

• Helps maintain healthy blood sugar and blood fat levels

• Traditionally used in weight management programs

• May support healthy bowel movements

• A soothing tea alternative to green tea for sensitive stomachs

• Traditionally supports respiratory, hepatic, and cardiovascular function

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Sourcing:
This highly concentrated extract is made from the purest, highest grade Gynostemma leaf, grown near the top of Great Immortal Peak, a remote pristine mountain in Southern China. No chemicals or modern equipment are used. The field is nourished by natural precipitation and spring water. Most manufacturers use lowland Gynostemma grown near cornfields and extract both stems and leaves. Dragon Herbs uses only hand-selected leaves for maximum potency.

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Extraction Method:
Dragon Herbs tinctures (Dragon Drops) are alcohol-and-water extracts of the highest quality tonic herbs. These tinctures undergo two rounds of low-temperature water extraction and one round of alcohol extraction. All phases are combined and condensed to reduce volume by up to 95%. Essential oils evaporated during extraction are captured and reintroduced.

Unlike simple herb infusions, this process ensures both water-soluble and alcohol-soluble compounds are included. Dragon Drops are concentrated, full-spectrum true tinctures—not simple alcohol infusions.  

Note:  These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.  Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet and healthy lifestyle.  Do not exceed the stated dose.  Keep out of reach of children.  Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any supplement.  Store out of direct sunlight in a cool, dry place.