RainTree Nutrition Pedra Hume Caa Bulk Powder - 1 lb

Purchase a one pound package of Raintree's sustainably harvested pure pedra hume caá (Myrcia salicifolia) leaf powder - rich in active and beneficial phytochemicals that occur naturally in this plant. Phytochemical analysis of pedra hume caá reveals a high content of flavonoids, flavonols, and flavanones. In 1998, Japanese researchers reported the discovery of several novel and biologically active phytochemicals. These new flavanone glucosides were named myrciacitrins I and II; the new acetophenone glucosides were named myrciaphenones A and B.* This plant has been milled into a fine powder which is suitable to stuff into capsules or to prepare your own teas, tinctures or extracts. Raintree's pedra hume caá has been sustainably wild-harvested in the Amazon rainforest (without any pesticides or fertilizers).

Traditional Uses: for diabetes; as a preventative to diabetic neuropathy and macular degeneration; for hypertension and as a heart tonic (tones, balances, strengthens the heart); for enteritis, diarrhea and dysentery; as an astringent to stop bleeding and hemorrhages

Ingredients: 100% pure pedra hume caá (Myrcia salicifolia) leaves. No binders, fillers or additives are used. This product is non-irradiated and non-fumigated. It is a wild harvested product—grown naturally in the Brazilian Amazon without any pesticides or fertilizers.

Suggested Use: This plant is best prepared as an infusion (tea). Use one teaspoon of powder for each cup of water. Pour boiling water over herb in cup and allow to steep 10 minutes. Strain tea (or allow settled powder to remain in the bottom of cup) and drink warm. It is traditionally taken in 1 cup amounts, 2-3 times daily.

Contraindications: Pedra hume caá has been documented to lower blood sugar levels in animal and human studies. It is contraindicated in those with hypoglycemia. Diabetics who wish to use this plant should monitor their blood sugar levels carefully as medications may need adjustments.

Drug Interactions: Will potentiate antidiabetic medications and insulin drugs. May potentiate antihypertensive medications.