Cat’s Claw
(Uncaria tomentosa) Reported good effects are mainly anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-arthritis, immune modulatory for rheumatism and also some anti-carcinogenic activity.
Cat’s Claw is an excellent immune stimulant and anti-inflammatory medicinal plant without side-effects.
Can be boiled in water and is drunk as an infusion.
Chuchuhuasi. (Maytenus macrocarpa)
The traditional usage indicates anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritics properties to fight against them. Is recommended to prevent the colds and bronchitis. Is a muscle relaxant and analgesic.
Helps to combat hepatic and inflammatory problems. Studies support its analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidants, anti-tumor and immune stimulants properties. Is used as a general tonic and boiled a small piece of the bark so is got the infusion. Also used as medicinal supplements.
