Sirukurinjan (Gymnema sylvestre) is a well known and well researched herb in the Ayurvedic system of medicine, regarded as one of the herbs with potent anti diabetic properties. Sirukurinjan is a woody, climbing plant indigenous to the tropical forests of central and southern India.Sirukurinjan has shown positive effects on blood sugar homeostasis, controls sugar cravings, and promotes regeneration of pancreas. Researchers believe Sirukurinjan may help regulate blood sugar by preventing the intestines from absorbing sugar and stimulating the pancreas to release insulin.