While a virus is technically not a living organism, we have placed them under the antimicrobial category for your convenience. Antivirals are simply botanicals that inhibit growth or reproduction of a virus. A viral infection can enter the body in many different ways (via the mouth, nose, skin) and ultimately can cause infections leading to potentially serious health problems. Further, a viral infection can lead to secondary infections, i.e. bacterial. An example of this is an ear infection. Ear infections caused by virus are approximately 80% of cases, however secondary bacterial infections are common if the infection continues for an extended period of time. Antivirals are generally used internally. Some common viral infections are ear infections, influenza, HIV, and warts. Be sure when choosing a botanical to read the information available to be sure you are making the best choice available to you.

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Sort by: Product Price Default See details Avenca Avenca is an evergreen fern that grows throughout the world in moist forests. It lowers blood sugar levels,1 and also has antibacterial and antiviral properties.2 3 In Peru, local people use it as a diuretic, expectorant, to calm coughs, to promote perspiration, and to treat urinary disorders, colds, rheumatism, heartburn, sour stomach, gallstones and jaundice. Also used throughout the world for dandruff, alopecia (hair loss) and menstrual difficulties. Priced from: $9.99 See details Catuaba Along with Muira Puama, Catuaba is one of the most famed male potency tonics in Brazil. The liquid extracts and infusions of the bark of this small tree are well noted to promote sexual abilities, but difficult to find clinical documentation of this. Many references report that It is used for impotence, agitation, nervousness, poor memory, insomnia, hypochondria. It is most often quoted in literature, said to increase libido in men and women, but is traditionally found to be more effective on men4. Should not be used to excess. Famous Brazilian-made libido tonics. Long used by the Tuipi tribes of Brazilian Amazon and now exported world wide for use, the medium sized tree has moved from the jungle now into onto a world wide stage. Priced from: $9.99 See details Chá de Bugre Cha’ de Bugre is well know on the beaches of Brazil as a weight loss aid. It decreases appetite, reduces cellulite, and acts as a diuretic. It is also considered a cardiotonic1 that stimulates circulation. It is a useful antiviral, especially when tested against herpes virus,2 which showed to reduce virus penetration by 99 percent. Scientists also discovered it to have toxic activity against cancer cells, (demonstrating 40 percent inhibition).3 It is also used to relieve coughs, regulate renal function, and, traditionally, is applied externally to heal wounds.4 Laboratory analysis found Cha de Bugre to contain caffeine, potassium, allantoin and allantoic acid. Allantoic Acid is reported to help reduce body fat in people who are overweight and in combination with allantoic acid may explain it’s impact on cellulite. The berries of Cha de Bugre contain caffeine. Priced from: $9.99 See details Chanca Piedra It’s name, “Stone Breaker”, tells of its use in the treatment of urolithiasis. (breaking up kidney stones). This is partly due to its diuretic action, which also promotes positive urinary function. It is also know as an anti-hepatotoxic and antispasmodic “showed inhibiting for the replication of the hepatitis B virus, a slow-acting pathogen linked to liver cancer that is now carried by some 300 to 500 million people worldwide” (see studies). Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia, where a massive search of the world’s herbal literature was initiated for plants used against jaundice (acute hepatitis) and other liver diseases. Phyllanthus turned up as one of the most promising for follow-up. The hope for Phyllanthus is to provide an abundantly available nontoxic alternative not only to treat the disease, but ideally to render carriers sero-negative for the virus so they won’t pass it on to others. Combined with vaccines, Phyllanthus, or perhaps other herbs combined, might make a significant contribution to the eradication of viral hepatitis (see studies). Priced from: $9.99 See details Iporuru A shrubby tree found in the floodplains of the Amazon, it spends the rainy season under water. Tinctures of bark and leaf are used for rheumatis arthritis, colds and muscle pain. The plant is also useful for treating coughs and diarrhea. It is also popular in Peru as an aphrodisiac and to treat male impotence. Famous aphrodisiacs in Peru contain Iporuru leaf. The root and bark are used to treat rheumatism. Priced from: $9.99 See details Mucura Also called Anamu, Mucura is a wild, weedy plant that smells like garlic when crushed. It is used widely for many purposes. In South America it has recently been used for its anti-cancerous properties. It is found toxic against brain and hepatic cancer,1 leukemia and lymphoma cells2 and prevents tumors.3 It is used to fight free radicals and enhance immunity.4 It also kills bacteria5 and fungi,6 making it useful against Candida. It has been clinically documented to have hypoclycemic actions.2 Mucura is used for respiratory, gastrointestinal and nervous conditions. It is antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory7 and anti-rheumatic.8 It is used for fevers and children’s colds, dysentery, migraine headaches, skin diseases, and insect bites. Priced from: $9.99 See details Pau D’Arco Recent studies have focused on the lapachol molecule found in Tabebuia and its cancer mitigating effects. Pau D’Arco has been used in herbal medicine around the world. In South American herbal medicine, it is considered to be astringent, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, and laxative; it is used to treat ulcers, syphilis, urinary tract infections, gastrointestinal problems, candida and yeast infections, cancer, diabetes, prostatitis, constipation, and allergies. It is used in Brazilian herbal medicine for cancer, leukemia, ulcers, diabetes, rheumatism, arthritis, dysentery, stomatitis, and boils. Priced from: $9.99 See details Sangre de Grado Sangre de Grado — (Latex resin) Croton lechleri — This resin is ripe with taspine compounds. A popular ulcer and stomach treatment. Also used in creams as a treatment for wounds, rashes, fungus, insect bites. Has natural anti-inflammatory action and is a general pain reducer. Sangre de Grado (also known as “Sangre de Drago” or Dragon’s Blood) A dark, red latex collected mainly from trees on the eastern slope of the tropical Andes, “Sangre de Drago” is believed effective as a vulnerary (wound healer), anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer agent. The latex also appears to have strong anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. Sangre de Drago is a storehouse of phytochemicals and abundant research has verified its effectiveness as a powerful remedy. Priced from: $9.99 See details Uña de Gato A sixty foot jungle vine found throughout South America, “Cat’s Claw”, named for the curved spines found on young branches, is used in the Peruvian Amazon to treat arthritis, diabetes, and inflammatory disorders3. Recently, Uña de Gato has become popular around the world in the treatment of cancer and immune system related diseases1, 2 Renowned anti-inflammatory, our liquid extracts can be felt in five minutes. Priced from: $9.99 See details Vassourinha (NP)™ One of our favorite Amazon herbs! This plant finds traditional use in treating upper respiratory ailments, biliary colic, congestion and menstrual disorders. It also acts as an analgesic for swelling, aches and pains and an antispasmodic2. Research has shown it to be an effective anticancer and antitumoral4. It is also used to treat fevers and mucus build up. Kills viruses, germs, fungi and bacteria. Strengthens the heart and lowers blood pressure. A great general tonic loved by many. 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