Lapacho - 250g
Product characteristics
Plant parts: granulated tree bark
Contensts: bark
Country of origin: Brazil
Classification: Tabebuya alborrosea
Weight: 250g
Preparation proposal: Boil 8-12 g of Lapacho in 1 liter of water for about 5-6 minutes. Leave to rest for another 15 to 20 minutes. Drink decoction.
Description
LAPACHO - bark - 250g
Plant description Lapacho is the name of the tree. Its dried bark is used for teas. Originates in South America and the Andes. |
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Effect The active ingredients in Lapacho are lapachol and beta-lapachone - antibiotic agents which are found suitable in treatment of a number of diseases: rheumatism, atherosclerosis, asthma, bronchitis, inflammation of the colon, bladder and prostate, varicose veins, skin diseases and hard to heal wounds, anemia, weakened immune system and lymphatic system, liver insufficiency, cancer, diabetes, metabolic disruption, viral diseases, gastric ulcers. It is credited with improving digestion. It has medical uses such as control of parasites. It cleanses the body of toxins, stimulates the digestive tract, especially the intestines, liver, gall bladder and sweat glands. It is attributed to be analgesic, sedative, hypotensive and diuretic. Lapacho brew is regarded as a rich source of iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium and copper. Side effects and indications: It is not recommended to use Lapacho in case of pregnancy and lactation. |