Terminalia arjuna (Arjuna) bark
Terminalia arjuna, commonly known as arjuna, are tall, dense trees with long, conical leaves and white flowers. The bark flakes off itself during the months of April and May. This bark extraction has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for over 1200 years, it is recognized as an ancient cardiovascular medicine. The stem bark’s major plant chemical constituents are tannins, glycosides, flavonoids, triterpenoids and trace minerals. Various extracts of arjuna stem bark have been shown to be beneficial in therapeutic uses. Arjuna stem bark has been clinically trialed as a potential cardioprotective substance. This plant contains diuretic properties and has minerals such as calcium and this has been shown to contribute to increasing the force of the cardiac muscle to increase and improve blood flow.
Technical insights:
- Country of origin: India
- Part used: White bark
- Solvent for extraction: Ethanol extract ratio 8:1
- Brown powder with a characteristic odor and astringent taste
Ingredient Benefits
Improves blood flow
Arjuna stem bark is well studied and has been shown to have exciting potential for supporting healthy blood pressure. This extract helps to open and relax the blood vessels to help keep blood flow at normal range.
Supports the function of the heart muscle
A well-functioning heart muscle allows its capacity to pump blood more efficiently. By increasing cardiac capacity, it can improve circulation and reduce symptoms of angina as well as the frequency of attacks.
Can be used to balance cholesterol levels
There is a scientific basis for the use of arjuna bark in lowering cholesterol. This is due to Arjunolic acid (AA) which is a triterpenoid saponin isolated from Terminalia arjuna bark, this component is associated with many cardioprotective properties. Arjunolic acid has liver protective properties, and this organ has a key role in regulating healthy cholesterol levels. By supporting the liver there is a connection to healthy cholesterol control in the body.
Arjuna has a positive effect on heat shock proteins (HSPs). Heat shock proteins are found in plants, animals and humans and are important in preventing degradation of proteins in the body and protecting cells, such as heart cells. Arjuna can help HSPs protect the heart from several stresses. Constituents of the arjuna stem bark have also been shown to prevent the decrease in levels of superoxide dismutase (SOD). SOD is the body’s natural defense against oxidative stress in the body.
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