Gymnema
The leaves of Meshashringi or "ram's horn" when chewed, destroys the tongue's ability to appreciate the taste of sugar and all saccharine substances.
- The leaf extracts contain gymnemic acid, which are known to inhibit hyperglycemia or increased blood sugar levels.
Action:
- The principle constituent of Meshashringi is gymnemic acid, which has antidiabetic properties.
- It reduces excessive blood sugar.
- Meshashringi has a regenerative effect on pancreatic beta cells and is insulinotropic (that which stimulates or affects the production and activity of insulin).
- Meshashringi helps decrease sugar cravings.
- It temporarily eliminates the taste buds' desire for sugar and helps neutralize excessive blood sugar
Fees Payable
Per person
* No refunds on cancellation less than 30 days from hike date, substitutions accepted at R 60 per person admin fee
ACTVYT OFFERS
NORMAL HIKES:
- Fruits, an energy bar, water, refresher drinks and finishing medals. The hike will be guided by a certified fitness coach with an Advanced First Aid level. (There are also water points along the trail).
BRAAI HIKES:
- Fruits, an energy bar, water, refresher drinks, picnic braai and finishing medals. The hike will be guided by a certified fitness coach with an Advanced First Aid level. (There are also water points along the trail).
TWO DAY HIKES:
- The package INCLUDES: Lunch packs (including sandwiches, fruits, energy bar, water and refresher drinks) and finishing medals. The hike will be guided by a certified fitness coach with an Advanced First Aid level. (There are also water points along the trail).
- But it EXCLUDES: Accommodation, transport, hiking equipment and carrying your hiking gear during the hike (Porter services).