This Ayurvedic herb lowers triglyceride and cholesterol levels and prevents oxidation of LDL. One study reported it works as well as clofibrate, a common prescription drug used to reduce platelet aggregation.
The dose used in these trials was 1500 mg of extract per day however 75 mg per day is a common dose used. 58- 63
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