Scientific studies of Gymnema leaf Extract has shown presence of triterpene saponins like Gymnemic acids in majority. The ability of gymnemic acids is to delay the glucose absorption in the blood. The atomic arrangement of gymnemic acid molecules is similar to that of glucose molecules. These molecules fill the receptor locations on the taste buds thereby preventing its activation by sugar molecules present in the food thereby curbing the sugar craving. Similarly Gymnemic acid molecules also fill the receptor location in the absorptive external layers of the intestine thereby preventing the sugar molecules absorption by the intestine which results in low blood sugar level. When Gymnema leaf extract is administered to a diabetic patient there is stimulation of the pancreas functions to improve sugar metabolism. Other uses for Gymnema leaf extract are its ability to act as a laxative diuretic and cough suppressant.