CATS CLAW
Product No. P0317
Also known as Uncaria tomentosa.
Cat's Claw is a vine found in the rainforests of Peru. The vine gets its name from the small thorns at the base of the leaves, which looks like a cat's claw. These claws enable the vine to climb to heights of up to 30 metres.
It has been gaining popularity world wide as an effective multi-purpose nutritional supplement.
The active substances in Cat's Claw are alkaloids, tannins and several other phytochemicals.
Some of the alkaloids have been shown to boost the immune system. The major alkaloid rhynchophylline has anti-hypertensive effects and may reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack by lowering blood pressure, increasing circulation, reducing heart rate and controlling
cholesterol. In addition to this herb's immunologic properties, some research indicates
that Uncaria tomentosa has antiviral, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-tumour properties.
There has been much research and documentation completed on Cat's Claw from the mid-1970's to
present, showing it may have positive effects on, and can boost
the body's immune system. With recent fear of HIV, studies on cat's claw have started to move
quickly.
Cat's Claw has long been used as a homeopathic treatment for intestinal ailments. Uses include
gastric ulcers and tumors, parasites, colitis, gastritis, diverticulitis and
leaky bowel syndrome. By stimulating the immune system, it can also improve response to viral
and respiratory infections. European clinical studies have used the extract from the bark in
combination with AZT in the treatment of AIDS. It is also used in the treatment and prevention
of arthritis and rheumatism, as well as diabetes, PMS, chronic fatigue syndrome, lupus, and
prostrate conditions.
Other constituents contribute anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anticancer properties. Many
treatments combine the herb with different plants and natural products to increase the
absorption and bioavailability.
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