• Strongly supports healthy blood sugar levels and insulin sensitivity
• Helps support heart health and healthy blood pressure
• Provides anti-inflammatory support throughout the body
• Offers antioxidant protection and cellular wellness
• Provides anticancer support with activity against several cancer cell lines
• Supports digestive comfort and reduces bloating
• Helps protect DNA from oxidative stress
• Supports antimicrobial and antifungal defense
• Supports general metabolic wellness and mild weight management
 
 
Syzygium polyanthum, known as Daun Salam or Indonesian Bay Leaf, is a well-known traditional herb used throughout Indonesia for metabolic balance, cardiovascular support, digestive harmony, and general daily wellness. The leaves contain flavonoids, tannins, essential oils, alkaloids, and polyphenols that contribute to their metabolic, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects.
Research shows that Daun Salam can support blood sugar control, help maintain healthy blood pressure, reduce inflammation, protect cells from oxidative damage, assist digestive stability, and provide measurable anticancer activity against multiple cancer cell lines.
 
 
Top Health Benefits
(Listed in order of strongest documented effects — strongest first)
 
1. Blood Sugar Support
Helps regulate glucose levels and support healthy insulin sensitivity.
 
2. Heart Health & Blood Pressure Support
Traditionally used to support healthy blood pressure and circulatory balance.
 
3. Anti-Inflammatory Support
Helps reduce inflammation throughout the body.
 
4. Antioxidant Protection
Rich in polyphenols that help defend cells from oxidative stress.
 
5. Anticancer Support
Shows cytotoxic activity against:
Breast cancer (MCF-7)
Liver cancer (HepG2)
Colon cancer (HT-29)
Cervical cancer (HeLa)
 
6. Digestive Support
Helps reduce bloating, digestive heat, and mild discomfort.
 
7. DNA Protection
Polyphenols help protect DNA from oxidative damage.
 
8. Antimicrobial & Antifungal Support
Effective against several bacteria and fungi in laboratory studies.
 
9. Metabolic Wellness & Mild Weight Support
May help support healthy metabolism and mild weight balance.
 
10. General Wellness
Used traditionally for daily vitality and internal balance.
 
 
Recommended Daily Dosage (Capsule Form)
1–2 capsules daily (400–800 mg)
taken with meals.
 
Important:
Helps lower blood sugar and blood pressure — monitor carefully if using medications.
Avoid during pregnancy.
Safe in moderate daily amounts.