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Cat's Claw (Uncaria tomentosa): Health Effects and Support in Lyme Disease
Felix Weber
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Key Takeaways
Puszysta Chepeta, native to South America, is a vital part of the regional vegetation. Among the numerous South American grapevine species, this one stands out due to its impressive height, reaching up to 30 meters. The vines forming the Chepeta are covered in thorns, earning them the name "cat's claw." Several species of Chepeta exist, but Puszysta is the most thoroughly studied and utilized as an effective treatment for borreliosis.
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Botanical Overview of Cat's Claw (Uncaria tomentosa).
It has been used for centuries by local doctors in the treatment of various diseases. Modern scientific research indicates that it was used in medicine not for no reason. Nowadays, more and more attention is devoted to its research, and the market for dietary supplements and herbal products has quickly realized its potential.
Therapeutic Action and Immunomodulating Properties.
Laboratory analytical techniques allow for the detailed identification of the biologically active compounds present in plants, as well as the outline of their potential actions. The same is true for cat's claw. The phytocompounds present within the claw exhibit antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and anti-cancer effects. Studies have shown positive effects of using extracts from various parts of the plant to treat, among others, osteoarthritis, rheumatism, rheumatoid arthritis, viral infections, or bronchitis.
Cat's Claw and Lyme Disease (Borreliosis) Support.
There is some evidence that rabies can be helpful in the treatment of borreliosis. Many companies manufacturing cat's claw-based dietary supplements advertise it as an effective remedy for disease transmitted by ticks, among others. Borreliosis is a disease caused by salivary bacteria that can pass from the bloodstream to certain tissues. Some of the symptoms of this disease are related to the human joint and claw mechanism. These symptoms can also be largely regulated by the action of the claw.
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