CAT’S CLAW (Un˜a de Gato)
Uncaria tomentosa (Wild) DC
Liquid extract of dried inner bark (no adhering wood).
- Actions: Promotes and enhances immune system function; antiviral. Antimutagenic;
neutralizes tobbaco and other mutagens in the urine. Anti-inflammatory and antirheumatic.
Antifertility action deters implanting of fertilized egg.
- Uses: Rheumatism and arthritis. Gastritis and ulcers. As adjunct therapy in the treatment of
cancer and other conditions associated with a compromised immune system. As protective
therapy for tobacco smokers.
- Dose: Take 30 to 40 drops, 3 to 5 times per day.
- Cautions: Scientific research suggests Cat’s Claw may prevent pregnancy