The short version
Banaba is a flowering tree that grows across Southeast Asia and the Philippines. Its large leaves are dried and used in teas and supplements.
A traditional leaf
People in the region have brewed banaba leaf for generations. Modern formulas add an extract of the leaf to capsules, drinks and gummies.
Why it is in Gelacept
The brand says banaba leaf is traditionally used in wellness formulations focused on metabolic balance.* It works as a teammate for berberine HCL and cinnamon bark in the glucose-and-metabolism part of the formula.
How to read the label
Look for banaba leaf in the ingredient list. The exact amount is printed in the supplement facts on your bottle.
Keep reading
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