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Product: Cat's Claw (Uncaria tomentosa)
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| Basic Information: Known as the “Amazonian miracle of herbal medicine,” cat's claw is a medicinal climbing plant, native to the virgin Peruvian jungles. It is used in America and Europe as part of the complementary treatment for diseases such as cancer or HIV, as well as other diseases that attack the immune system. This plant is part of our natural pharmaceutical and the tribes of the Amazon venerate it as if it were a doctor without a uniform. It should be noted that its production and commercialization offer indigenous communities a stop to the deforestation of forests, as well as economic benefits. | |
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Origin: Peru
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Region: San Martín, Junín, Madre de Dios.
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Seasonality:
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Certifications: USDA Organic, RTPO Perú, Kosher
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Available presentations: Dehydrated whole, powder.
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Suggested Industrial Applications: Food industry: prepared products, nutrition and fitness, dietary supplements, beverages.
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Uses: Food ingredient, culinary spice.
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| Properties: The glycosides present in cat's claw have anti-inflammatory properties. Its components bring relief for arthritis, gout, and other related problems. The alkaloids present in this herb are believed to be very beneficial for memory. | |
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Main Functionality:
Cat's claw is a powerful inhibitor of tumor necrosis production.
It is also believed to eliminate the viruses and bacteria that cause common diseases.
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| Secondary Functionality: It is a powerful anti-inflammatory. It has antimutagenic properties, making it suitable for strengthening the immune system. It is recommended for the preventive treatment of oncological and immunodeficient processes. It has analgesic, antidiabetic, anti-arthritic, and antiallergic properties. It is a detoxifier and is indicated for cases of acne, colitis, gastritis, ulcers. | |
Nutritional Table:
| Components / Components | Per 100g / Per 100g |
| Calories / Calories | 360.6 kcal |
| Water / Water | - |
| Carbohydrates / Carbohydrates | 84.7 g |
| Proteins / Proteins | 3.2 g |
| Total fat / Total fat | 1 g |
| Fiber / Fiber | - |
| Ash / Ash | - |
| Calcium / Calcium | - |
| Phosphorus / Phosphorus | - |
| Iron / Iron | - |
| Thiamine / Thiamine | - |
| Riboflavin / Riboflavin | - |
| Niacin / Niacin | - |
| Ascorbic acid / Ascorbic acid | - |