Uňa de Gato (Vilcacora) - 100g
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Country of Origin Peru
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Type of Tea Herbal Tea
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Total Price: 7.00 € (including VAT)
Uña de Gato (Lat. Uncaria tomentosa) also known as Vilcacora or Cat's Claw (is a climbing plant native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. This herb gets its name from the curved spines on the stems that resemble cat's claws. Uña de Gato is known for its medicinal properties and has been used for centuries in traditional Amazonian medicine.
Its bark and root are the most commonly used. It contains alkaloids, polyphenols, flavonoids, triterpenes and other bioactive compounds.
In traditional medicine, it is used as an adjunct treatment for inflammatory diseases, arthritis and arthritis, stomach ulcers, inflammation of the colon and disruption of the bacterial flora of the colon, chronic inflammation of the respiratory tract, high blood pressure, cancer, and to boost immunity.
Dosage: Use 5 - 10 grams of the herb per 1 litre of water.
Warning: Not recommended for pregnant and lactating women as it may affect hormonal balance and the uterus.
May stimulate the immune system, which can be problematic for people with autoimmune diseases.
It also has mild anticoagulant effects, so people taking blood thinners should consult a doctor.
Tea Preparation for Single Infusion
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Tea Quantity 5 - 10 g
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Water Quantity 1 l
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Water Temperature 100 °C
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Brewing Time Povaríme 20 - 25 minút
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Number of Infusions 1
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Tea Characteristic bez kofeínu
Uña de Gato is considered one of the most powerful medicinal herbs for supporting immunity and anti-inflammation.
The use of the herb Uña de Gato in traditional indigenous medicine:
- Strengthening immunity:
- It has immunomodulatory properties that promote proper immune system function.
- It helps the body fight infections (bacterial, viral and fungal).
- Anti-inflammatory effects:
- Effectively reduces inflammation, which is useful in chronic inflammatory diseases such as arthritis, rheumatism or inflammatory bowel disease.
- Antioxidant properties:
- Fights free radicals in the body, protecting cells from damage and promoting overall health.
- Digestive system support:
- Helps with stomach and intestinal problems, including ulcers, inflammatory bowel disease or irritable bowel syndrome.
- Aid in cancer prevention:
- Some studies suggest that it may have anticarcinogenic potential due to its alkaloid content, which promotes apoptosis (programmed cell death of cancer cells).
- Detoxification of the body:
- Promotes blood purification and liver detoxification.
It is not a substitute for a healthy diet or professional treatment. For health problems in the first instance, see your doctor and consult your condition with specialists.