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Indigenous people of the Amazon rainforest have been using
the bark of chuchuhuasi medicinally for centuries; its name means "trembling
back" which describes its long history of use for back pain.* This rainforest
tree goes by several botanical names including Maytenus krukovii, M.
ebenifolia, M. laevis, M. chuchuhuasca and M. macrocarpa. Raintree
Nutrition's Chuchuhuasi Concentrated Extract uses new and proprietary extraction
methods to concentrate and preserve the active ingredients found in this amazing
rainforest plant. It is rich in active and beneficial phytochemicals which occur
naturally in this plant. The extraction methods used provides the equivalent of
approximately 500 mgs of chuchuhuasi bark per milliliter of extract—resulting in
a highly potent concentrated extract.
Traditional Uses:* as a pain-reliever, muscle
relaxant, and an anti-inflammatory for arthritis, rheumatism, and back pain; as
an aphrodisiac for loss of libido (male and female); to cool and balance adrenal
function; to tone, balance, and strengthen female hormonal systems and for
menstrual disorders, libido loss, menstrual pain and cramps; as a general tonic
(tones, balances, strengthens overall body functions) and mild immune stimulant
Ingredients: Chuchuhuasi bark (Maytenus krukovii)
extracted in distilled water and 40% ethanol.
Suggested Use: Take 60 drops (2 ml) 2-3 times daily,
or as directed by a healthcare professional.
Contraindications: None reported.
Drug Interactions: None reported.
Family:
Celastraceae
Genus: Maytenus
Species: krukovii
Synonyms: Maytenus ebenifolia, M. laevis, M. macrocarpa, M.
multiflora, M. terapotensis, Celastrus macrocarpus, Haenkea macrocarpa, H.
multiflora
Common Names: Chuchuhuasi, chucchu huashu, chuchuasi, chuchasha,
chuchuhuasha
Parts Used: Bark, root, leaves
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CHUCHUHUASI
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HERBAL PROPERTIES AND ACTIONS
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reduces inflammation
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kills cancer cells
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Bark |
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relieves pain
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prevents tumors
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Decoction: 1 cup 2-3 times daily |
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relaxes muscles
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stimulates digestion
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Tincture: 3-5 ml 2-3 times daily |
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enhances immunity
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increases libido
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supports adrenals
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