There are many women â and even some GPs â who regard heart disease as a manâs problem. But according to newly published figures, in the UK there are 710,000 women aged 16 to 44 living with cardiac illness, compared with 570,000 men of the same age.
For other uses, see Gymkhana (disambiguation). Gymkhana is an equestrian event consisting of speed pattern racing and timed games for riders on horses. These events often emphasize children's participation and may be organized by a recognized Pony Club or a 4-H club.
The leaves are used to make medicine. Gymnema has a long history of use in Indiaâs Ayurvedic medicine. The Hindi name, gurmar, means destroyer of sugar.. Today, gymnema is used for diabetes, metabolic syndrome, weight loss, and cough. Weight loss. 2  Early research suggests that taking a specific combination of gymnema extract, hydroxycitric acid, and niacin-bound chromium by mouth for 8 weeks might reduce body weight in people who are overweight or obese.