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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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Agaricus Sun Supreme™
Liquid extracts are formulated according to numerous studies as noted in bibliography of this document. Agaricus Sun Supreme was first discovered in the Brazilian rainforest and has caught the attention of researchers around the world. Widely used in Japan as one of the top supplements. Said to contain a unique beta 1-6 linkage with more beta glucans than any of the medicinal mushrooms tested so far, showing significant immune stimulating properties. (see studies) A great adjunctive to alliopathic therapies. According to one study:
“The antitumor effect of extracts obtained from the fruit body of Agaricus blazei Murill was examined in a double-grafted tumor system”
Antitumor effect of a peptide-glucan preparation extracted from Agaricus blazei in a double-grafted tumor system in mice.
Biotherapy. 1998;11(4):259-65.
Ebina T, Fujimiya Y. Division of Immunology, Miyagi Cancer Center Research Institute, Natori, Miyagi, Japan.
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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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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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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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Caijua
A relative in the cucumber family, Caijua grows in tropical regions of the mid-Andes mountains. The dried fruiting bodies are used in Peru to control cholesterol and help reduce weight gain. It stimulates liver and bile production. Helps reduce and prevent cellulite and fatty deposits. Has antioxidant properties3.
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Carqueja
This three to six foot perennial herb is used to treat liver ailments, gallstones, diabetes, allergies and gout. It is also believed to be a digestive aid-treating intestinal gas and bloating-a blood cleanser and fever reducer. Also used to kill viruses, lower blood sugar, reduce pain and inflammation and expel intestinal worms.
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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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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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Chu Chu Huasi
One of the top amazon traditional botanicals, it is particularly famous throughout the western Amazon Basin where it is semi cultivated near villages, or wildcrafted. Well noted as a liquid extract with fast-acting general analgesic, anti-inflammatory and muscle relaxing properties. Often called “Trembling Back” this great tree yields a powerful bark. Considered a fine, all purpose anti-inflammatory and anti-rheumatic, it also shows some minor antitumoral and anticancer properties in trials. One study suggest use for patients with skin cancer (3), another (5) demonstrated cytotoxicity against lung carcinonoma. The best known of all jungle remedies for its ability to relax muscles quickly (46) (10-20).
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Clavo Huasca
A stunning jungle vine that clambers high into the forest canopy. Large sections of the vine have a distinctive markings with the mild fragrance of clove, hence the name “Clavo Huasca, or clove vine.” It is far and wide one of the more famous botanical vines in the upper Amazon often being cultivated near village huts. Destined to become well-known in North America someday because of its excellent antipyretic compounds and the mischevious reputation often employed in women’s love potions. It is often refered to as “rompe Calozones” or “ break your underwear.” Sections of the vine bear a distinctive maltese cross when severed from the mother plants. It regrows readily in the humid tropics. The bark of this great vine is highly regarded in the Amazon region as a remedy for impotence, weak erections, and as an aphrodisiac for men and women. It is relied on for its analgesic properties in fevers, aches and arthritis. It is also used as a stomach and digestive aid.
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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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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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Huito Lung Max™
Huito Lung Max™ — (dried fruit) — (Huito, pronounced “Wee-Toe”)
Genipa americana (Rubiaceae) – The liquid extracts are famous throughout the Amazon during times of congestion, bronchitis or spastic cough. A subcanopy tree in warm areas of the Amazon, Huito’s fruit serves as edible food and as medicine (Duke). It is useful in the treatment of bronchitis, female genital inflammation, respiratory diseases, diarrhea and ulcers.
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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.
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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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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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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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Muña
From the temperate zones of South America, this medium-sized herbaceous plant is an excellent carminative (dispels gas accumulation in the stomach) and general aid to the digestive system (stomach acid, indigestion, bacterial diarrhea, parasites). It also serves as a bronchial dilator and expectorant.
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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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Pasuchaca
Studies have shown this perennial Andean plant to possess hypoglycemic properties.1 An astringent, is also aids in gastritis, gingivitis, and gastric lesions. Can cause a drop in blood sugar levels.
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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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Qat Tea
Used by the Tappipiscu and Qechua tribes. Stimulating Amazon tea, used to enhance energy and metabolism. Provides long lasting energy and alertness. Said to increase sexual potency. Also used to enhance dreams. Can lower blood sugar level due to presence of guanadine in the tea, showing it may be beneficial for diabetics (1). Small amounts can be highly stimulating for most people.
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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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Suma
Native to Central and South America, Suma is a large ground vine the natives have long used to promote robust health as well as a general tonic. They called the vine Para Toda, which means “for all things”. Even though Suma has an ancient reputation of wide use, there has been few scientific studies to test its effectiveness. What is known about Suma is that it has a substance called an adaptogen, which means it helps people to adapt to stress and fight infection.
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Tayuya
Used as a mild analgesic and anti-inflammatory for neuralgia, sciatica, headaches, gout, epilepsy and rheumatism (1,p56). It is employed to clear liver and spleen obstructions, treat ulcers, reverse dyspepsia (pain or discomfort of the upper abdominal area), relieve irritable bowel syndrome, and improve sluggish digestion1. It acts as a blood purifier and detoxifier and helps with eczema, acne, herpes and other skin problems1. Tayuya also helps relieve emotional fatigue and depression.
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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.
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ValX™
Endemic species native to the Andes Mountains. Promotes drowsiness followed by vivid dreaming in some people. Has a somewhat pleasant, fruity aroma. Do not use in excess or long term.
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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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