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Achiote
Throughout the Amazon rainforest, indigenous tribes have traditionally used achiote seeds (also called Annato) as a body paint and fabric dye1. The rainforest tribes have used the whole plant as medicine for centuries. Today, achiote leaves are used to treat liver and urinary conditions, heartburn, digestive problems, prostate problems, internal inflammation, arterial hypertension, high cholesterol, cystitis, obesity, renal insufficiency, and to eliminate uric acid. The leaves are anti-bacterial and used in treating skin infections, burns, scars, venereal disease and other types of infections2 3. It is also used as an antipyretic and astringent.
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Amor Rico™
A multi branched, perennial herb with purple flowers, Amor Rico is a versatile remedy. Indigenous tribes and herbalists throughout the world use Amor Rico for many conditions. In Peruvian herbal medicine it is used as a blood cleanser and to detoxify the body of environmental toxins and chemicals1 2. It also finds use in treatment of back pain and muscle spasms3. Its use in treating bronchial asthma has also been proven highly effective5 6.
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Asmachilca
Hailing from the western slopes of the Andes and the inter-Andean valleys, Asmachilca Eupatorium has been used for its medicinal properties for many decades.1 It is known as a hepatic stimulant and diuretic. Its leaves are used to treat bronchial asthma, asthma attacks, and works as an expectorant.
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Boldo
Boldo is a famed herb in the Andes mountains of Chile and Peru. It is considered a strong bitter tonic and has become known as a digestive tonic for “gastro intestinal disorders” a hepatoprotective herbs adapted itself to many cleansing tonics digestive and “liver” formulas. Frequently used as a tea, we have adapted the full spectrum extractives of boldo to mimic the liquid extracts used in various studies.
Boldine- the main alkaloid of P. boldus-appears to be implicated in this hepatoprotective activity” (see studies). The recent demonstration that boldine is an effective antioxidant in both biological and non-biological systems has opened up the perspective of a broad range of uses in medicine and industry.
An attractive, drought-resistant shrub form the coastal Andes of Chile and Peru. The round leaves are very fragrant and have a long history for use as a natural botanical. Boldo is related to cinnamon and Bay trees, but employed for its principle bitter oils and alkaloids. Boldine has antioxidants which are captured by our full spectrum extraction process.
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Bolsa Mullaca
Herbaceous plant known for its fruit called tomatillo, the leaves are employed as anti-inflammatory and diuretic (3, p45; 8, p43), as disinfectant (3), for asthma and malaria (3).
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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.
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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).
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Cola de Caballo
This ancient plant is a family by itself (Equisetaceae). A diuretic (1), astringent and remineralizer, Cola de Caballo is used to tone the urinary tract and prostate gland, helps dissolve kidney stones and heal internal and external wounds, including any passive bleeding. Cola de Caballo also helps strengthen connective tissue and is used to treat osteoporosis. Ethnobotanical: A flowerless, bushy ground cover distinguished by branched, jointed, hollow and striated stems with scale-like leaves. Contains high amounts of silicon in a bioavailable form (3).
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Copaiba
Many species of this genus, from bushes to trees contain the valuable oleoresin, which is extracted from incisions made in the base of the tree. It “exhibited moderate cytotoxic activity against four cancer cell lines,” (University of Bio Organics, Spain). For inflammation, it is applied directly to the site (3, p81; 8, p21). A decoction of the bark for baths is made in Venezuela for rheumatism (2, p224). Copaiba oil is mixed with honey and swallowed for throat ailments (3, p81; 2, p224), for stomach ulcers (2, p224;3, p81), sinusitis (2, p224; 8, p21), inflammation of kidneys and cystitis (2, p224), for urinary incontinence, as a diuretic and laxative. There is also reference to it as antirheumatic, expectorant and contraceptive (2, p224).
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Manayupa
This low growing herb acts as a bronchial dialator, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, blood and kidney purifier and emmenagogue (stimulates onset of menstruation). It is also believed to help eliminate toxins in the body from food and medication sources.
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Paico
The most common medicinal use of the leaf is anthelmintic (destructive to worms) and antiparasitic (6, 9). Paico leaf is also considered effective in treating skin and kidney diseases, stomach aches, hemorrhoids, high blood pressure, inflammations, and asthma. Recent studies show it to be effective against many different cancerous tumor cells (10). In homes, people hang branches in the house to repel insects and use the leaf to season soups.
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Pata de Vaca
Pata de Vaca– (leaf) – Bauhinia fortificata – This medium sized plant is best known to treat hyperglycemia. In Brazil it has been used to balance blood sugar levels in diabetics for over 60 years.1 It is a diuretic that combats polyuria (frequent urination) in diabetics and normalizes the frequency of urination. It is taken after meals to balance blood sugar levels. Used as a blood cleanser, it has antibacterial, antifungal and anticandida properties.2 It has is also been used for snake bites and skin problems.
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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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