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Catalog \ Medical Conditions \ Antibacterials
Antibacterials are simply botanicals that inhibit growth or reproduction of bacteria. Some antibacterials directly kill bacteria. While there are many bacteria that are critical for normal function of the body such as those in the small intestine, which are essential for proper digestion, there are many more pathogenic bacteria. These pathogenic bacteria can enter the body in many different ways (via the mouth, nose, skin) and ultimately can cause infections leading to potentially serious health problems. Antibacterials can be used internally or externally and it is often important to be sure the botanical comes in contact with the infection. Therefore, it is critical to apply a botanical directly to the site of infection. Some common bacterial infections are sinus infections, lung infections, bladder infections, boils, and any pus filled infection. Some antibacterials have an affinity for certain parts of the body such as the lungs, bladder, intestines, etc. 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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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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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.
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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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Bronchio PL™
This proprietary blend of herbs works as an expectorant and bronchodilator. Helps clear the lungs of mucus and opens the airways.
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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.
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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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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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Gen-Respri™
Gen-Respri™ — (tonic) — This compound gives your immune system extra support during bronchial infection. It has antiviral and antibacterial properties to fight infectious diseases. 1,2,3,4,5,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,19,20,21,22,23 The broad-spectrum herbs used in Gen-Respri™ open up sinuses and relax airways, reduce phlegm, relieves cough, and are often used to treat asthma and bronchitis.8,9,16,18,24,25,26.
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Golden Tahuari™
The bark of this wide ranging tree is used in the treatment of urinary, hepatic and respiratory disorders, fevers, infections, gastric ulcers, gastritis, eczema and rheumatism. More recently, it has gained popularity around the world in treating different types of cancer, probably due to its moderate antineoplasic activity.
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Graviola
Liquid extracts cited in the numerous studies indicated selective cytotoxicities against several cancer cell lines*. The phytochemicals are derived from the leaf of this popular tropical fruit tree. Studies below point to its reputation and popular use by herbalists. Historical ethnobotanical use is said to be sedative and anti-spasmodic. Sometimes used to treat, cleanse and support the liver, treat catarrh, and considered anthelmintic, antidiuretic, anti-asthmatic and digestive. (References below).
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Guaco
One of our favorite and most trusted winter herbs. The leaves of this rangy bush are used to treat the respiratory system. They help loosen phlegm and relax muscles in the bronchial tract. Its actions are bronchiodilator, antiasthmatic, expectorant, febrifuge, diuretic, tonic, pectoral, emollient, depurative, and wound healing (28, p.160). Reliable, fast acting and destined to become a favorite of practitioners.
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Jatoba
A giant canopy tree growing to 90 feet, Azucar Huayo, or Jatoba, is a toning and energising bark. It also finds use as an antibacterial, antifungal, antiinflammatory, expectorant, antiyeast and hepatoprotector (liver tonic). It is loaded with nearly 40 phytochemicals, making it useful for many more conditions throughout South America as well as a general tonic.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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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